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So after all the studying I have been doing, (I'm trying to put in 5-8 hrs each day, except on class days), I found out this am my overall grade in paramedic school is 74% NOT PASSING AT THIS TIME. Oh my god. I am shocked and so upset. I have been putting my heart and soul into studying (at least I thought I have)-only to find out I have one of the lowest grades in the class. It is only halfway through first term, so I am hopeful and optimistic that I can bring this up (need a C- to pass), but I absolutely cannot believe this. I am a good student generally, and did fairly well in my pre-reqs. I have few distractions in my life, except today, when I try to read it doesn't sink in because all I can think is FAILURE. I'm not out of the class yet, and am planning on donating my entire life to it to stay in. Some people have mentioned that maybe I'm Overstudying, and therefore not giving the material a chance to really sink in. Can anybody give me advice on this? Does anybody feel optimistic about this situation, or am I sunk already? I really need some outside help on this one, but am ashamed to tell my friends or family, and I have put so much pressure on myself to do well that now I'm doubting all my abilities. I don't want to consider a different career-I want this so much, to be a paramedic and now I'm scared to death that that is not even possible anymore. Thanks for letting me vent, that seems kind of helpful to me at this point.
 
It's time for a deep breath and to evaluate your stengths and weaknesses. What are you being graded on? What areas are you doing really well at, and what needs improvement? Then you can work on needs improvement, and keep on doing what you're doing well at.

As a teacher I can tell you that some of my best students are my C students, but they just don't do well with some of my assignments.

If you truly dedicate yourself to the paramedic program then you'll be fine. A few years from now you can look back at this and smile. Until then you'll have to work your *** off :)
 
Have you met one on one with your instructor and discussed your concerns and review of your tests, etc... ? Until, you have, you do not know where you truthfully stand.

Numbers is irrelevant, I can design a test where everyone may make a 95% or an average of 40%.. it all goes back upon the instructor and the objective based and standards they have placed.

Again, don't do anything irrational or mind settling until you have discussed with your instructor. He may be able to point out your weaknesses and strengths... as well as some study habits, that he/she has identified. Knowing a student is really concerned does make an instructor take notice...
as well, they may suggest a tutor or may send you for a learning assessment to make professional recommendations to be able to increase your testing abilities.

Good luck, and let us know how things turn out....

R/r 911
 
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It's true, talk with your teachers at least that is a starting point. I know when we want something so bad, we tend to be even harder on ourselves. Hang in there and we will all be rooting for you :) !!
 
You stated you are just in your first term...hang in there!!!
Try not to get too stressed, this can turn into kind of a self fulfilling prophecy. Like others said, talk to your instructor. Find out which areas are giving you trouble, maybe he/she has some suggestions for you. Make sure you are giving yourself a chance to relax in addition to studying- exercise, go out to eat or whatever- everyone needs balance. Good luck:)
 
you have a 74% and you said you need a C to pass. isn't 74% a C?
 
No, in my program 74% is a D. Have to pass w/ an 80% (which is a C-) Ahhhh!!
 
In North Carolina anything under 70% is failing, while in Michigan it's a C. Imagine my surprise when I handed out grade reports for the first time. Oops!
 
gotcha. thought it was kinda standard everywhere.:huh:

in ga.

70%-79%-C
80%-89%-B
90%-100%-A
 
Grade levels are all dependent on the school system. As well, some schools require that the student pass each test and may not average grades. I know, I require at least a minimal C level on each test.

Not mastering or "passing" a test is not acceptable. Which part of the EMT curriculum does one feel that they can fail at?

R/r 911
 
You say that you are putting in 5-8 hrs studying for paramedic class on non-class days?? I don't know about most people, but I would consider that more than excessive... Are you sure you are putting in good hours? Its more important to study well for 1hr than to stare/"read" a book for 5. You might want to consider setting up a (new)place to study with few distractions.

As islandgal said, don't label yourself a certain way. Consider what is the best way for you to remember/learn things. I hope you arent trying to understand/memorize all aspects of a chapter, while missing the big picture, a lot of EMS is understand the big picture.

Just wondering, what things do you do to prepare for an upcoming test?
 
at least you're not addicted to crack like this loser on the tv show intervention I'm watching right now is...
 
just calm down and take a deep breath, its gonna be okay. i just finished my medic and i completely understand what ur goin through. i went through the same thing, but keep it in your heart if u have it there the rest will come with time.
 
personally i dont know how anyone can honestly study that long. but then i'm horrible at studying. also remember that research suggest that you really only "soak up" information for about 30 min when studying. so evey half an hour or forty five mins take a 15 min break. burn off some energy like running in place or something. then when you go back to the books you can really focus again. also i just recently passed my medic exam and more than all of my text books combine the thing that helped me most was practice exams i bought. I went to Barnes and Noble and I got 2 different study guides. One was a brady book that was supposed to follow the text book and the other was Barrons. all they have in them is practice tests and in certain different areas like airway. they really test what you actually know and lets you know your weaknesses. thats all i studied and i passed the first time i took the national. good luck and keep your head up. you can do it!
 
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