Study Habits

[Avoid piles of paper]

• Short term - Carry what you need, not everything

• Medium term - Keep current and latest topics close

• Longer term - Keep everything, in an ordered file

• Digital - Name documents clearly and make a BACK UP

[Google Classroom]

• Should exist for every subject

• Consider organising the classroom based on that used by your teacher

• Download key documents, keep your own copy

[Multi-tasking]

• Always reduces our performance

• When temped to multi-task - consider alternatives, such as taking a break

[Good habits]

• Try to time your study to more productive times (Early morning!)

• A clear start to work: a mindfulness minute to prepare to study

• Use SMART targets to create and measure success (short and long term)

• Do not mix work with relaxation - both are important but not together

• Make plans and keep to the plan

[Distractions]

• Any moving image attracts the eye, many videos (all adverts) are designed to get your attention - If you are not watching the video/screen then switch it off.

• Do not use videos for music unless you have completely turned the screen OFF.

• Any video in the background will have a negative impact on your performance.

[Distractions - Phones / Messaging apps]

• If active then they are a major distraction

• If they are inactive, but accessible they are still a distraction

• SWITCH THEM OFF AND LEAVE THEM ELSEWHERE WHILST STUDYING