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Independent study is the cornerstone of success in UK Higher Education. Students have to learn how to manage themselves effectively in the face of so many conflicting demands. Here are some useful tips for you to consider.
The challenge for students is managing the time away from scheduled lectures and tutorials, particularly managing the time for independent research and reading. There are many books written on time management, but good time management can be summarised, as follows:
Here are two time management tools/posters you can print off.
Planning is important, but you also need to think about your attitude to time and time management. The following diagram illustrates the three big time management issues and their cause and effect.
Time Management Attitude
This Procrastination workbook explores the causes and effect of procrastination, and offers some practical solutions. Other useful resources:
For further reading and information, please download the ELS Time Management Booklet.
Reframe negative thinking for future success (Word)
Reflection log - example format (Word)
Effective openings - make an impact! (PDF)
Introductions - opening lines (PDF)
Take a Break (PDF)
Breathing Exercises (PDF)
How good is your work life balance (Word)
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