time management hacks
A tool that can help you keep track of assignments and deadlines
What is a Planner / Agenda?
Something that should you do if you miss part of the lecture while taking notes
What is ... Asking a peer or teacher after class to fill in the blank?
This happens when you try to study with your phone nearby
What is ... Get distracted easily
What’s the ideal amount of time to study before taking a short break?
45-50 minutes
What should you do before starting a test?
Read the instructions carefully, along with the questions.
Three things you can do the night before to prepare for a productive study session?
What is Set goals, gather materials, and plan your schedule?
A note-taking style uses bullet points and main ideas
Outline method
Why is cramming the night before a test ineffective?
It leads to stress and doesn’t allow for long-term retention.
What should you do if a subject feels overwhelming?
Break it into smaller, manageable chunks
if you’re stuck on a question, what’s the best strategy?
Skip it and come back to it at the end
A technique involves working for 25 minutes followed by a 5-minute break
What is the pomodoro technique?
The method of dividing your paper into sections for cues, notes, and summaries
What is the Cornell Note-Taking System?
What’s the risk of studying in a cluttered or noisy environment?
Reduced focus and productivity
What type of environment is best for studying?
A quiet, well-lit space that is free from distractions
What should you do if there’s time left after finishing your test?
Review answers to check for mistakes
The first step to take when you have multiple tasks to complete
What is prioritize tasks by importance and deadlines?
Summarizing your notes important after class is important because?
What is ... It helps reinforce learning and identify key concepts.
Where should you avoid studying?
YOUR BED.
What is the benefit of studying at the same time every day?
Creates a HEALTHY habit, helps train your brain for better focus
How can you reduce test anxiety before a big exam?
Prepare in advance (Studying, etc), practice deep breathing, and get enough sleep!
The term time-blocking means...
What is scheduling specific blocks of time for different activities
The benefit of using diagrams or charts in your notes
What is ... Visual aids help clarify and organize information
the term for focusing on one task instead of multitasking
What is .. Monotasking?
How can creating flashcards help with studying?
They encourage active recall and repetition.
What is the term for eliminating obviously incorrect answers to improve the chances of selecting the correct one?
The process of elimination