TIME MANAGEMENT

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Sometimes it seems that you have an insurmountable mountain of studying to do and just not enough time to do it.

Everyone has had that feeling at some point or another, but it’s rarely the case.

Studying is all about efficiency.

You might have 300 or 3,000 pages to study, but it’s always possible.

Some people give up and accept that they will fail the test, but the truly persistent ones, the ones that have learned simple tricks to the trade, are better off for it.

Not only do they make good grades on tests, they learn how to manage their time for when the real work comes along.

There are a few tricks you can use for whatever task that might fall in your lap.

Knowing how to learn teaches you how to utilize them efficiently.

Here are some helpful tips on how to optimize your study time!

5 Steps on How to Optimize Your Study Time:

1. Prepare Beforehand

Many people think that prep work counts as studying, which it does, to a certain extent.

Taking notes, making flashcards, and catching up on lesson plans should be routine things you do before you start studying, though.

In an ideal world, you should have everything prepared for when you sit down and start reviewing information.

Sure, this is easier said than done, but if you get into the routine of making the necessary preparations, you will almost certainly be successful.

Take notes in class, review the day’s lessons when you get home, and prepare through the semester – not just right before the big test or exam.


2. Take advantage of downtime

The best students know how to take advantage of their study time.

Whether it is on the bus, on the way to class, or waiting at the dentist’s office, there is always a way to cram in a few minutes of studying.

Take your notes everywhere you go, even if it is just a flashcard or a PDF on your phone.

It will come in handy at some point.

By taking advantage of the time where you would typically be waiting or staring at the wall, you will need less time to cram.

And you will be more likely to retain the information, as it builds up in your long-term memory with repetitive studying.

3. Take notes while studying

You won’t retain much if you stare at a page all day long.

Even if you’re studying a 3,000 page textbook, take as many notes as you can.

Sure, it might take a little bit longer, but by taking notes of what you read, you are transferring the material you learn from your short-term memory to your long-term memory.

Research shows that people who take notes by hand are more likely to remember what they learned and do better on tests than those who type their notes.

Furthermore, it will take less time when you go to review information, as you will already have consolidated it on paper.

4. Sleep

You won’t get far if you don’t sleep.

The stereotype of staying up all night to cram for that big exam works less often than people think.

While they are studying all night, they retain almost nothing, and some of the time, they might end up doing something counterproductive, like checking Facebook or Twitter.

Your brain cannot function without sleep, contrary to what many people think.

As you sleep, your brain consolidates short-term memory to long-term memory.

So, you’re more likely to remember what you learn if you get some sleep after learning than if you stayed up all night trying to commit everything to memory.

Furthermore, it only works at full capacity for around 45 minutes, so if you don’t take sufficient breaks, you might as well be studying for 70 percent of the time.

Take breaks, relax, and sleep a reasonable amount.

Regular breaks in between short but intense periods of studying actually help you consolidate what you learned better.

You will feel better during the test, and will likely be able to relay the information you learned more concisely.

5. Pay Attention to What You Eat

Many college students think they can get by on coffee and a bag of chips, but that simply does not do the trick.

Artificial sugar, fats, and salts are all connected to poorer memory and brain health, along with a bunch of other health issues.

A soda or some candy might give you a temporary sugar rush, but then leave you feeling sluggish afterward.

Fast foods, on the other hand, slow down your brain – you feel lazy and unproductive after a meal of deep-fried goodies.

What is the best time for studying?

THE DAY STUDIER

For students who have more energy earlier in the day, studying in the morning may work best, when the brain is better able to focus.

Students who study during the day benefit from a refreshed and energized mind after a good night’s sleep. This energy makes it easier to focus on what is being learned, and absorb the information more effectively.

Benefits of studying during the day:

• The brain is refreshed from a good sleep and can absorb more information
• Natural light good for your eyes and keeps you alert
• Doesn’t disrupt sleep schedule
• Easier to create a study group with classmates

THE NIGHT STUDIER

For students who have more energy later in the day, evening or nighttime can be a more effective time to study. With fewer distractions and peace and quiet, studying at night can help improve a student’s concentration and focus.

If your student is an evening or night studier, it’s important to make sure he or she is still getting enough sleep each night. Kids need an average of 8-9 hours of sleep each night—if homework or studying is delaying bedtime, get into the habit of starting a bit earlier and sticking to a nightly schedule.

Benefits of studying during the evening/night:

• More peace and quiet
• Fewer distractions
• A clearer mind for creative thinking
• Sleeping after studying can consolidate information and improve recall

There are possibly more reasons why each of these options could be the best time to study. It’s important to note however that ultimately it all depends on your individual preferences. Sadly, there really is no objective ‘best time to study‘! It all depends on your personality, what you’re studying, your resources, time management and your natural sleep cycle.

If you study at night, or are interested in starting, then read the tips below.

5 Tips for Night Time Studying:

If you know that you study better at night, follow these tips to get the most out of your preferred time of study:

1. Establish a Routine: If you decide to study at night, don’t do it sporadically, establish a study routine. This way your body will get used to it and you can get the best study performance possible. If you study for a few days and a few nights, your body will go crazy! Pick one and stick with it.

2. Rest: If you study at night, this does not mean you should be sleeping less. A well rested mind is key to successful study so make sure you don’t neglect your sleep by catching a few zzz’s during the day.

3. Lighting: It can happen to us all; you start studying during the evening and next thing you know it’s night time and you’re studying in the dark! Make sure this doesn’t become a common occurrence. If you’re a night studier, work in a properly lit room as it will improve your study.

4. Time Management: It’s easy to lose track of time when studying at night. This makes it even more important to create a study timetable outlining when you will take breaks. It’s recommended that you take a 5 to 10 minute break every 50 minutes when studying. Also make sure you keep hydrated!

5. Music: As mentioned above, one of the benefits of studying at night is the increase in your creativity levels. Many believe that their creativity becomes more pronounced at night. That is why many artists work through the night. A good idea to induce your creativity is to study while listening to music that inspires and motivates you.

How long should you study in one day?

There are 24 hours in a day. For a health body and mind, you need 8 hours of sleep. You're at school for about 7 hours a day. Therefore, basically you have about 9 hours to spend for yourself per day. So, you CAN study 9 hours a day. But SHOULD you?

Evaluate your attention span- how long can you concentrate? There's no point in studying if you can't concentrate- it's a waste of time. Instead you can take a break when you've lost concentration, and go back to studying with a fresh and absorbent mind. On an average , a person's attention span is about 40 minutes. So, you can spend 40 minutes on one subject, take a 15 minute break, and spend the next 40 minutes in another subject.

How to love studying?

Method 1

Choosing a Comfortable Environment

1 )  Pick a quiet area that will help you stay focused. 

It is usually best to study in a place that is relatively quiet so that you can focus. There are many great places where you can study, both at home and in public.

• Your bedroom can be a great place to study. Just make sure you have a desk in there. Studying on your bed may make you sleepy.
• If you don't have a desk in your room, try working at the kitchen table or at a computer desk somewhere in your home. Ask your family to keep their voices down.
• Try a public, school, or university library. These often have desks in quiet areas where you can just study. You might even be able to book a study room for a few hours.
• Some people study well with a little bit of ambient background noise. If you feel this might help, try studying at a cafe.

2) Keep your study area clean.

Clutter can be distracting and discouraging, which will not make studying enjoyable. Clean up your desk or other chosen study spot and arrange your study materials in a neat way. Make sure you have room to spread out your books and take advantage of the space.

3) Remove immediate distractions. 

To get the most out of your study time, make sure that there are no distractions that will bother you. Turn off the TV, radio, and computer and put away your phone, leisure reading material, and video games. You will be able to enjoy studying if you are able to engage with the material fully.

• If you are using a computer to study, try installing an app on your browser to filter out distracting websites while you work, such as FocusMe or Freedom.

4) Vary your study locations. 

Whenever possible, bring your study session to a new locale. Take your books or laptop to a relaxing setting like a café, park, or beach to work. The enjoyable surroundings will boost your mood and help to make studying feel less stale or routine.

• If you get easily distracted while you study, opt to visit a library or secluded field so that you can work without disruptions.

method 2

Making Things More Interesting

1) Use colorful study materials. 

Keep yourself engaged while you are studying by using bright, colorful school supplies to take notes and write down ideas. These may include pens and paper, note cards, stickers, highlighters, and Post-it notes. Adding color to the studying process will make it more fun and activate the creative part of your brain, which will help you retain things better.

2) Play background music while you study. 

Atmospheric music will make studying more enjoyable and stimulate your brain without distracting you. Try playing classical music or movie scores in the background while you study. Play music at a moderate volume and avoid anything loud or jarring, which will break your concentration.

3) Watch educational videos. 

Studying from textbooks and class notes can be boring, so improve your learning by looking for educational videos on the same topics. Video can be an effective learning tool because it engages students and enhances understanding. Search for credible videos online by making sure that they:

• are made by an expert in the field of study (e.g. a health video featuring a licensed doctor).
• cite the third-party sources of the information being shared, either in the video or in the video description.
• are produced or approved by a reputable institution.

4) Draw pictures of your subjects and notes. 

Drawing can help you learn your material, and it may prevent you from getting bored while you study. Instead of reading or rewriting your notes, draw a picture to represent the information instead.

• For example, if you are studying biology, draw pictures of cells and organisms. Label these with their proper parts.
• If you're studying literature, make a comic of the main events of the novel or story.
• If you're studying business or public policy, maybe make a chart or graph depicting trends.

method 3

Studying with Other People

1) Find study partners with similar habits. 

Get to know people in your class and take the time to ask them about their study methods. Look for a potential study partner who likes to study around the same time of day as you do and who uses similar methods of learning. Ask them if they'd like to study with you sometime, which will make the process less isolating and boring.

• For instance, if you prefer to study in the library at night, seek a study partner who does the same.
• Ask fellow students about their study habits by saying something like, "I always need to set up in a library to study properly. What works for you?"
• Avoid studying with friends or classmates who will be a big distraction.

2) Quiz a partner as a way of studying. 

Discuss the study material with your partner to gain new perspectives on it and understand better. Quiz them on course content to test what they have absorbed, and have them do the same with you. You can turn this into a fun game by keeping points and answering questions as fast as you can.

• Ask questions as if you are conducting an oral exam and review the correct answers together afterwards

3) Start a study group. 

Assemble a group of study partners that share a common goal, such as studying for a big exam. Set up regular times to meet in a venue that will accommodate everyone, like a library study room. Make the most of the group dynamic by dividing up study tasks and working together to solve difficult issues.

• Studying with a group of people is a great way to tackle subjects that you don't understand or simply don't enjoy studying.
• The social aspect of group meetings will make studying enjoyable, and it is a good way to make new friends.

method 4

Giving Yourself Breaks and Rewards

1) Schedule regular breaks during study time. 

For every hour that you study, schedule ten minutes of time to relax. Breaks will reduce your stress levels and help you retain what you've studied. If you are studying with partners, study breaks will help to combat the feeling of isolation that studying sometimes creates.

• Use a watch or alarm to mark the time while you study.
• You can use your breaks for brief activities such as going to the bathroom, getting a snack, or calling a friend.

2) Take a short walk during breaks to prevent sleepiness. 

If you get sleepy while you study, movement can help wake you up. Instead of browsing the internet during your break, stand up from your desk. Stretch and run in place. Then take a short 5-minute walk around the room.

3) Treat yourself at certain intervals of studying. 

Before you start studying, decide on certain "check points" where you will reward yourself for your hard work. You can mark these accomplishments in intervals of time or by the quantity of study material covered. Decide on specific rewards ahead of time, whether they be edible treats, entertainment, or leisure activities.

• Choose a reward that won’t take too long to enjoy.
• For instance, you might reward yourself for every two hours of studying by watching a half hour sitcom episode.
• If you reward yourself with a snack, opt for something healthy and energy-boosting like fruits, vegetables, whole grain crackers, cheese, yogurt, and almonds.

4) Break your material down into smaller chunks to avoid burnout. 

Studying too much information at once can cause you to feel overwhelmed. Instead, separate your notes into smaller sections. Each time you master a section, you'll feel a sense of satisfaction!

• For example, instead of trying to memorize all of your equations, focus on 1 or 2 at a time. Add more only once you have mastered the previous ones.
• If you're studying history, break up your notes according to event, historical figure, or time period. For example, you might study 10 years at a time or focus on the consequences of 1 historical event.
• You can organize your breaks around these smaller chunks. This will help you rest a little more while you learn your material

5) Set larger achievement rewards. 

To encourage yourself to accomplish large study goals, plan large rewards for your hard work. For instance, if you study all weekend for a midterm exam and cover all the material, reward yourself with tickets to a concert on the next weekend. Having an exciting incentive in mind while you study will make the whole process more enjoyable.

What is procrastination ?

Procrastination is the action of delaying or postponing something.

How to face procrastination? Here is the video that you can watch for.

Advantage of being organized 

• keep on schedule and meet deadline 
• reduce stress - we in control 
• complete work without stress 
• build your confidence

I hope you guys can manage your own time for more efficient works!!

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