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An Essay about Study Skills
Introduction
In this assignment I am going to reflect on my development within the study skills module. Throughout the module I have learnt about many different forms of study skills and aids to be able study effectively. I feel that I do still have a lot to learn about them and how they will help with my future studies. Coming back into study after such a long break was very daunting for me, but once I settled in I knew I had all the tools needed to help with my studies I just had to improve upon them. I have chosen to write about three subjects that I feel have helped me the most, these are Motivation, Learning Styles and Time Management. I feel that the use of these skills have helped me the
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I can relate to this as I did spend a lot of time not wanting to start this essay due to my initial lack of interest in the subjects. I found myself putting off starting the essay due to not having a good knowledge of the different styles and skills. I do find it easier to stay motivated when the subject is interesting to me and has purpose to my own studies. After spending time researching into all the different learning styles I found that some of the different styles did in fact relate to myself, I could also put them into place in my work for the study skills module and that they would also help with my future studies. I have come to realise that study isn’t always going to be easy and that it wouldn’t always come naturally if it’s a subject I am finding difficult or not really enjoying. To keep myself motivated through difficult subjects I will need to ensure I keep my future goals in mind. My Main motivation throughout has always been keeping focused on what I want to achieve and my future goals. One of my goals is to complete the university certificate with good grades to enable me to be able to gain the required entry criteria to attend university on the Midwifery program. Another one of my goals is to gain knowledge on how to study at higher education level and completion of this course will help me with being able to complete assignments and learn new skills. When I first started this course I was worried I wouldn’t be able to
From my goals I have set I have learn to do my assignments all on time, I set my self a target which was during holiday time I will have one week of fun and the other week of doing assignment and it has heled me.
The narrator knew she was depressed because she had awakened everyday for a period of time feeling down, worrying about bills and the man in her life vacationing with his ex. She had consulted with a doctor who wanted to prescribe her medication, which she was not opened to. She knew what would make her “happy” again even if it wasn’t a good idea at the time. She wanted to go winter camping with her dogs in weather that reached almost 40 degrees below zero putting not only herself in harm’s way, but her dogs as well. I feel like she suggests that in order to take the steps to get better or come out of depression you have to work on yourself and do things that make you happy and/or feel good. Everyone does not know how to do this and sometimes medication is needed to avoid any self harm etc. With this being said, I feel her claim does have merit because this method worked for her and possibly thousands of people including myself. I
The assignment I most enjoyed was A06, on Mistry's 'Squatter.' I believe this is because I am working towards an English Literature Degree and also I love fiction. And I very much liked researching the Parsi people and the different cultures involved in the story. I earned higher marks for the essay on religious dissent (AO4), but I know that I was distracted from the essay question with my enjoyment of Mistry's story and need to remember to pay attention to the question and what it is asking me for. My tutor had also commented on this on my AO2, 'Stay focused on what is being asked
The first thing we need to look at is what is a study skill? Study skill is methods and techniques that aid with peoples learning and what you would use in your day to day life at work. Also, these can be viewed as skills as they have to be taught to you, this can be sometimes from an early age and continues through your life because you never stop learning.
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Many students are unaware of the benefits of good study skills and effective preparation. The first thing you should recognize is the benefit of having good study habits. Students who practice good study habits are generally more successful and have better grades. Understanding the skills required for courses and remembering what you are here for will keep you motivated. I will give a few suggestions on how to develop study skills for those who haven’t had to understand the comprehensive course structure of college.
I have become more proficient in my study skills and organization skills. When we have a test in class I study more often and I don't leave it at last minute like I used to. I have taken the time out of my day and force myself to study. I do not procrastinate like I used to, and I get my work done. Days before the test I will spend my time studying for about 3 hours a day with breaks in between. In class I have gotten better at organization skills. I used to forget or leave it till the end of class to write the homework, that would usually result in my forgetting to write my homework down in my planner. Now I write down my homework or any other assignments in beginning of class. This has lead to me to completing my assignments and not forgetting them and then doing them at last minute. I have also bought more folders for each class, because I used to have two folders and put everything in the same folder. Now with my new folders I am able to store everything separately and know where each paper is.
This document is an evaluation of how improving my skills, knowledge and practice can benefit my family, friends and myself. Also, how obtaining my level 3 qualification could benefit these parties and also the health and social care workforce across the nation.
Understanding that making time for one is not only useful for academic purposes, but for entertainment purposes as well.
1. Reflect on and evaluate your own learning needs and your strategies for success in your university study and beyond;