Time Management and Organization Skills Workshop
Presented by the Learning Center and the Library!
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Time Management?!?!SI is a challenging academic environment!
Efficient use of time makes tasks (large and small!) more doable!
Working on it helps you learn about yourself and your study strengths!
Helps you stay on top of your assignments!
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Notebook organization?!Planning ahead and studying essential information daily helps build strong college work habits!
Keeping homework and notes in order makes success easily accessible!
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Your “scheduler” (or iPad)
USE A CALENDAR!!!!
Google calendar?
iCal?
Other apps!
Be thorough!
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Binder basicsHave a binder or section of a binder for each class (even though you have an iPad!)
Subdivide each class section with tabs like:
Homework
Tests
Notes/Handouts
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Create a personal study space!
Prep your space beforehand.
Bare minimum: clear/clutter free table and chair.
Essential additions: paper, pens/pencils, texts, index cards, iPad...
Above all, BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF! What is realistic for you right now?
Set manageable goals!
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Study routinesTURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONE FOR A BIT.
Pretend social networking doesn't exist for a while.
Take breaks every 40-60 mins (keep ‘em brief!).
Check in with yourself, what time of day do you study best? What helps you stay focused?
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Pre-Plan!
Outlines
Mind maps (Inspiration?)
Streams of consciousness smattered on a page...
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Creating a Daily Schedule
SI life is busy!
Classes, extra curriculars, friends, SLEEP!!
Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep a night!
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Resources
Study Space check list
Weekly and/or daily schedule
Learning Style Inventory
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