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20 Ideas
to Help Students Get Organized - Part
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- USE ONE CALENDAR. Use one calendar to plan all
of your school and personal activities, rather than two or more.
When you use more than one, you run the risk of scheduling conflicts
and missed appointments. This is very important. Heed the old
proverb, A man who wears two watches, never knows the correct
time.
- COLOR-CODE. You may consider color-coding similar
activities on your calendar. For example, highlight all upcoming
tests in yellow, study time in green and recreational activities in
pink.
- WRITE IT DOWN. When you learn of an upcoming test, event,
or anything you must prepare for or attend, immediately jot it in
your planner. Don’t wait for later, or you may forget about it.
- BREAK UP YOUR STUDY TIME. Determine how many study hours
you need, and schedule study time in your planner. For example, if
you need six hours of time to study for a test, you may break that
time up into six sessions, of one hour each. Choose the six days,
and make a Study Time notation in your calendar.
- SCHEDULE CONSISTENT STUDY TIMES. Set aside time every day
for study, and make it consistent. For example, set your study time
for each afternoon from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Whatever you do, avoid
last minute studying and cramming.
- BREAK IT UP. Break up big tasks, into smaller, bite-sized
jobs. For instance, if you have to study three chapters in your
history book, study one chapter at a time each day. If you have to
work on a project, break it down into three or four stages.
- EAT YOUR BROCCOLI FIRST. Imagine eating your broccoli
before your dessert. What would be left for you to look forward to?
Just the same, do your homework for your most difficult subjects
first. Then, everything else will be a breeze, and therefore, more
enjoyable.
- GET ASSISTANCE. If you don’t understand a lesson,
immediately ask for help. Don’t let it get to the point that
you’re totally confused. A sibling, friend, parent or teacher can
be a lifesaver.
- WHOOPS! If you find yourself getting off track, simply take
a deep breath and get back on track. It is better to get slightly
off the path, rather than giving up.
- REWARD YOURSELF. Designate enticing rewards for each goal
you set, such as a night at the movies, or a quiet, relaxing walk in
the park. As you achieve each of your goals, reap your rewards. This
will keep you motivated throughout the year.
May this school year be your best ever!
by Maria Gracia - Get Organized Now!
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