Time Management-Study Skills
- Devote time regularly to planning your activities.
- Use tools such as a master schedule which includes test dates, due dates for papers, presentations, etc.
- At least weekly, make a list of things to accomplish during the week.
- Use a daily to do list with a prioritized list of what you want to accomplish during the day.
- Try to minimize procrastination.
- Break large tasks into small ones, set dates for completion of small tasks, let go of perfectionistic standards, and reward yourself for task completion.
- Learn to challenge negative self-talk about your ability to handle a particular assignment. At the same time, recognize when you need to ask for help.
- Avoid overcommitment of your time. Learn to say no and delegate responsibilities.
- Plan enough time to study.
- Establish and maintain a regular study routine
- Set aside a special place to study that is solely devoted to that activity.
- Make use of small blocks of time to review material.
- Avoid cramming by spacing study periods over time.
- For each study session set specific goals, decide on a reasonable time limit, and take regular breaks.
- When preparing for tests, start preparation well in advance, know the type of test to be given, create written summaries of important material, and quiz yourself on what you believe will be covered on the test.
- Get enough rest the night before the test.
