Strategies on Using Time

Develop blocks of study time.

About 50 minutes? How long does it take for you to become restless?

Some learners need more frequent breaks for a variety of reasons.

More difficult material may also require more frequent breaks.

Schedule weekly reviews and updates.
Prioritize assignments.
When studying, get in the habit of beginning with the most difficult subject or task.
Find alternative study places
free from distractions to maximize concentration.
Got "dead time"?
Think of using time walking, riding, etc. for studying "bits".
Review studies and examples just before class.
Review lecture material immediately after class.
Forgetting is greatest within 24 hours without review.
Schedule time for critical course events.
Papers, presentations, tests, etc.
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Effective Aids:

"To Do" List
Write down things you have to do, then decide what to do at the moment, what to schedule for later, what to get someone else to do, and what to put off for a later time period.
Daily/weekly planner
Write down appointments, classes, and meetings on a chronological log book or chart. If you are more visual, sketch out your schedule. First thing in the morning, check what's ahead for the day always go to sleep knowing you're prepared for tomorrow.
Long Term Planner
Use a monthly chart so that you can plan ahead. Long term planners will also serve as a reminder to constructively plan time for yourself.

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