Study Skills Tip For January: New School Year Resolutions
Just like many people set new year’s resolutions, it is a great idea to set some clear targets for school this year. Here’s what you do.
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- Write the three things you are going to try to do and focus on this year on a big piece of paper or whiteboard and place it somewhere in the house where you will see it every day – like your mirror! Or the fridge! Or the toilet!
- Tell at least three people what you are aiming to achieve this year. Maybe a friend, a family member, or a teacher.
- Put reminders in as many places as possible. if you have an iPhone you could create a reminder that pops up each week and also write it in your school diary.
- Aim to have a regular time each week when you assess how you are going with these actions.
- At the end of the term, think about how you are going. If you have them under control, what else could you try? If they are not under control, what could you do differently?
You will find lots of useful grids and planners to help you be organised for school this year at the bottom of the THINGS TO PRINT page, in the Study Skills Handbook that can be accessed through Destiny Discover. If you need assistance in accessing this resource or would like help in setting or planning your goals, please see the library staff.
Michelle Feely - College Librarian
