U-100 How to Study PART II 11-9-13

HOW TO STUDY PART II

Agenda

I.GroupsII.ProcrastinationIII.Time

Management

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GROUPS

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Study Groups

Know your “Strengths” Time management The Group Dynamic

Differences in Learning Time Personality/Characters Goals

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Benefits of Study Groups

Learn new study habits or techniques from members

Compare notes with other students Teaching or explaining will increase

knowledge about subject material Appeal to Auditory Learners MORE FUN!!!

Simmons, M. How Can I Study More Effectively. [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved from http://www.slideshare.net/mgsimmons/how-to-study-effectively

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Characteristics of Successful Study Group

Each group member contributes Group members actively listen without

interrupting each other Members always show each other respect Members should feel comfortable with

constructive criticism Group stay on task Agenda is set with assignments for next

meeting Positive attitude

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Possible Pitfalls of Study Group Don’t Let Study deviate too fall

from agenda

DON’T BECOME SOCIAL GROUP Don’t let one one or two

members control group Be careful with Negativity

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8 DEADLY COLLEGE SIN: PROCRASTINATION

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When Do You Procrastinate?

Do you procrastinate about specific kinds of tasks? Can you identify the situations in which you tend to procrastinate the most?

Do you procrastinate at the beginning of a task, in the middle of the task, or close to the end or completion of the task? Why do you think this occurs?

Do you start multiple tasks, jump from one task to another, and then make less important tasks seem more important or urgent? Why do you think you do this?

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Why Do You Procrastinate?

Lack of motivation Low self-confidence, low self-esteem,

or low self-efficacy Task too difficult or complex Inaccurate perception of time Overextended and overcommitted Unclear about the task or

expectation

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More Reasons Why People Procrastinate

False beliefs Fear of failure Perfectionism Self-control Thrill-seeking Task-related anxieties Unclear expectations Depression

Source: Szalavitz, Psychology Today, August 2003, pp. 50-54]

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Essential Strategies to Combat Procrastination

Use self-management skills and techniques.

Face your fear of failure.

See success. Identify a purpose or

create an interest. Make a contract

with yourself.

List your priorities.

Keep a journal. Set the scene for

success. Relax your

personal standards.

Be willing to change.

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1. What did you learn?2. Key Points3. What will you apply?4. Questions

SUMMARY

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TIME MANAGEMENT

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Overview of Time Management

Managing Boundaries

Scheduling

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Managing Boundaries

Asserting Boundaries Saying “NO” Self-control

Turning off Electronics Finding a place to focus

Library Personal/Friend’s House University Student Union Park

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Characteristics of an Effective Schedule

An effective weekly schedule: reflects a realistic life balance. includes time for specific goals you wish to

achieve. has strong patterns that can easily become

routine. reflects your individual learning styles,

preferences, and lifestyle. provides time for meals, exercise, and

adequate sleep.

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Four Types of Time Management Schedules

Term ScheduleWeekly ScheduleTask ScheduleDaily Schedule

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Four Types of Time Management Schedules— Term Schedule

Provides you with an overview of important due dates and special

events in the entire term.

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Four Types of Time Management Schedules -

Weekly Schedule

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Four Types of Time Management Schedules -

Daily Schedule

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Four Types of Time Management Schedules - Task Schedule

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1. What did you learn?2. Key Points3. What will you apply?4. Questions

SUMMARY