I am the type of person who hates feeling unprepared. Showing up to class and not having read the proper assignment or not being prepared with the proper homework is my biggest pet peeve. However, as my schedule started filling up and I had more responsibilities I started finding myself becoming more laid back with my work. I noticed how a couple of times I would show up for class without having read the textbook and an inability to participate in class discussion. I started possessing qualities that I once promised myself I never would.
Time Management is an acquired skill. This is something I learned through CLS-105. It doesn't just come to you over night. You must practice certain exercises overtime if you would like them to turn into a daily routine. My favorite is the Fritter Finder. I was able to evaluate where I was wasting the most time and then turn that into productive studying hours. It opened up a whole world of time for me. I would proceed to do my work in between classes instead of napping and ultimately finish my work earlier in the night.
Although I let myself fall slightly behind first semester, I am confident with these new strategies I will stay up to date with my work and ultimately become a more successful student.
I hate not being prepared also! The fritter finder is a really good way of organizing your time so that you actually find time and do work in between classes instead of saving it all for the night.
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