ACT 101

Student Success

ACT 101

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Let's Do It! Tips for Getting Your Life In Order and Your Schoolwork Accomplished

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  1. Find a time management system that works for you. You may want to keep track of your assignments and responsibilities on a weekly or monthly basis.
  2. Every morning make a To Do list which highlights your most important projects and tasks. Review the list every evening and feel proud of your accomplishments.
  3. If a project seems overwhelming, break it down into small manageable pieces.
  4. Make use of small blocks of time.
  5. Post your goals and objectives. Review and update them on a monthly basis . This will help you stay on the right path.
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  6. Make a list of the distractions and interruptions which cause you the most difficulty. Next to each distraction or interruption, write a prevention or intervention strategy. Look over these on a regular basis and see if you need to revise your list.
  7. Be careful not to blame others for wasting your time. You are responsible for how you prioritize your work and activities and how you spend your time.
  8. Use outside resources to further enhance or better explain concepts which are difficult for you.
  9. Review your study techniques with a classmate, tutor or counselor. Make sure you are using your time wisely.
  10. Keep your priorities in mind. Do the most important projects first.
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  11. Concentrate on your successes; don't dwell on your failures.
  12. Use the ACT 101 tutorial staff or the Learning Assistance Lab for additional help and support.
  13. Form study groups with interested classmates whenever possible.
  14. Leave time for unexpected events and emergencies.
  15. Visit and/or speak with individuals working in your chosen field. This will help keep your motivation level high.
  16. Visualize yourself earning your degree.
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  17. Visualize yourself in the job of your dreams.
  18. Delegate tasks to others whenever it is reasonable.
  19. Find a quiet, comfortable place to study. Make sure it is available on a regular basis.
  20. Be sure to schedule some time to exercise, relax , and have fun!