Helps student organize daily responsibilities (classes, job, study,
social) by half hour or hour blocks
Helps student evaluate whether time is being used efficiently
Helps students realize amount of used vs. unused time
Weekly schedule
Helps students get a broader look at required tasks for the week.
Helps students plan ahead for tasks and assignments based on available
time
Helps students who have weekly changes in work schedules
Monthly/Quarterly schedule
Helps students see clustering of activities, assignments, tests
Helps students see where there is ample time to work on assignments
Helps students arrange flexible tasks so as to complete assignments
How do I start?
Choose most appropriate type of schedule (daily, weekly, monthly/quarterly)
Decide if a combination of schedules is appropriate (e.g. a daily
and monthly schedule)
Get a calendar with the schedule format you choose
Write in all the fixed tasks (class schedule, work schedule); you
may use different colors for different tasks (green for work, blue for
class, red for assignments and tests)
Write in flexible but necessary tasks (meals, drive time, sleep)
How do I schedule study time?
Schedule at least two hours of study time for every hour in class
Note deadlines
Break large tasks into smaller, easier to attain goals (for a research
paper, schedule time brainstorming/rough draft, research, rewrite, type,
proofread, tutor review, etc.)
Schedule subject study time in manageable chunks with breaks (study
for 20 minutes and take a 10-minute break)
Always take a short break when changing subjects or assignments (read
a book, do laundry, eat); this helps with retention of material.
Rotate through subjects (math from 4-4:30, English from 4:30-5, etc.)
and rotate through again as needed
Focus on an attainable goal in each study period (in one session,
read and review vocabulary for Chapter 4; in a later session, do problems
for Chapter 4); this will help you accomplish more and feel less frustrated.
Use a timer to stay focused
Don’t procrastinate
Schedule fun time as rewards after study and work
Benefits
Less stress
More focused study time
More retention of material
More likely to finish assignments ahead of time instead of procrastinating
More time to do what you want without cramming or rushing
