Effective Time Management Strategies for Students
Managing your time effectively is an important part of studying. A common mistake most students make is that they try to create overly restrictive timetables which don't work and that makes them feel guilty. It would also be a mistake to tell yourself that schedules don't work for you. You should plan according to your capabilities and goals. Try to be realistic and honest with yourself. You can also try some of these strategies:
Think about when your brain works best - morning, night or the mid-afternoon. Plan your study schedule accordingly. If you are going to read a difficult article for the first time, don't start it at 10pm unless you are a natural owl. In low times, do something less demanding such as organising notes or revising.
Prioritise: Make a list of what you have to do and list it in order of importance. Schedule the important stuff first. Take breaks. Don't study for more than 50 minutes at a stretch. Use the other 10 minutes to do leisurely things or have a snack.
Avoid getting stuck. If you can't figure something out, skip it and get help later. Setting milestones can help you manage your time better. Rewards can be small like treating yourself to an ice cream. Bigger goals can have bigger rewards.
Say ‘no' to distractions during exam time.
Keep these techniques in mind and you would be able to manage your time effectively. Good luck!
Author: Jitendra Nagpal (HT Horizons)
Date: 25th March, 2011
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