1. Taking Control of Your Time Section 2.2: Educational Time Management © 2010 TSTC Publishing Taking Charge: Chapter 2

2. College Requirements related to college are out of your control A positive outlook is a priceless asset College is temporary; stay focused on your goals ahead © 2010 TSTC Publishing

3. College (cont.) Stressors will include: Projects Tests Assignments Papers Outside responsibilities © 2010 TSTC Publishing

4. Master Schedule After receiving your syllabus, put all dates on your master schedule As assignments are given, add or delete dates to your master schedule © 2010 TSTC Publishing

5. Studying Strategies 2 hours of studying per one hour of class Set studying schedule vs. floating schedule Morning study vs. night study Find what works best for you © 2010 TSTC Publishing

6. Lists Before bed each evening, add the next day’s obligations to your to-do list Always leave time to relax Limit it, but don’t eliminate it © 2010 TSTC Publishing

7. Motivation Strategies Reward yourself 10 minute break for every 50 minutes of studying How do you eat an elephant? Break large projects into manageable chunks © 2010 TSTC Publishing

8. Motivation Strategies (cont.) X marks the spot Cross item off your list to help you feel accomplished The lights are on but nobody’s home Shut yourself away from distractions © 2010 TSTC Publishing

9. Further Reflection Fill out your Master Schedule for the semester including due dates, tests and assignments. How will this help you stay organized? What is your biggest strength/weakness in your academic management? © 2010 TSTC Publishing

10. Additional Resources Sites to Promote Academic Success http://www.uni.edu/walsh/linda7.html http://www.uni.edu/walsh/linda7.html David Allen Company http://www.davidco.com/ © 2010 TSTC Publishing