Q&A for How to Create a Study Schedule

It's a continuous process so you have to try again and again until you find it manageable. If you weren't using one before, this is a new experience and changing habits takes time. It may also need tweaking to adjust the amounts of time given to subjects you find harder than others. Treat it as a living document rather than a final word, reassessing it continuously until it works well for you in terms of productivity.

Give yourself a goal, something that your studies will help you to work towards. Use this goal as a motivator and think about it whenever you need to be focused.

Try to learn the information in different ways. For example, you could watch a video, quiz a study buddy, write notes, revise them the next day and then practice with an old exam. The possibilities are endless!

The trick is to prioritize and to use your time wisely. Put the most amount of effort into the classes that you find more challenging, because it doesn't make sense to devote a lot of time to studying for a subject in which you already excel. Figure out what study methods work for you. Study at a time of a day when you are alert and awake. Make sure to go to your teachers, counselors, or another aid if you find yourself falling behind. Simply rereading the book or your notes will not only be unhelpful, but time-consuming. Try to engage in activities that force you to synthesize the information and approach it critically. For example, instead of reading over and memorizing your notes from a history class, try to tell the story to someone else; you can make it fun, and also evaluate your understanding of it.

Turn off all devices such as TV, computers or phones unless they are strictly used to aid studies. See further: How to Avoid Distractions While Studying .

Start all over. Make sure you build your study schedule (timetable) around your other obligations. Craft a schedule you can and will be able to follow.

List out all the topics you need to review before the exam, then calculate how long you will need to study each one for. Dedicate the first week to these topics, then use the second week to study those which you struggled with more.

See this helpful article: How to Focus on Studying .

Divide your time. Rank classes based on priority, then assign different time slots to different classes.

Study for small chunks of time to keep your attention focused.

You need to commit yourself to following your schedule and make sure you get yourself organized. Follow the above steps and keep to your plan.

Sort of. Generally a timetable contains everything that needs to be accomplished including chores, extra-curricular activities, sporting events, and so forth, whereas a study schedule is devoted solely to homework/studying.

One way to do this would be to schedule a block of schedule time before each time you meet with your tutor. If you meet with your tutor for history at 10AM on Tuesday, consider studying from 8AM to 845AM on Tuesday morning. You could also plan to study for that subject the night before. Whatever works best for you.

Try to give as much time as you can to your studies. Try to revise for exams during school breaks or when the teacher is not in the class. For revising the hard topics, give it all of your attention at whatever time of day you are most alert and able to concentrate.

Generally, students get bored and anxious because of heavy study loads. The best way of preventing this is dividing your work into time assignments. Take a break after each subject or task. The break gives you something to look forward to, and that can be very motivating. Just about everybody finds studying boring, but you still have to do it!

You should read through all the relevant documents for this subject. Don't try to memorize it all. Just try to understand it.

Go somewhere it is quiet and no one will bother you, like the library or your bedroom. Close the door. If you can't do this, or it doesn't help, try putting earbuds in and listening to classical music.

Use your learning style to your advantage. Use multiple study methods. Make flash-cards. Draw mind-maps. Ask questions. Test yourself. Practice different note-taking methods to find what works for you.

Sure, as long as you're only doing it during breaks and you get right back to work when break time is over.

Study in chunks of time. After every hour of studying, give yourself a 10-15 minute break. Manage your time wisely, focus, and do not procrastinate. Cut out any distractions when you are studying and study in a nice quiet place.

A local or nearby cafe (with internet if needed for your assignments), a library, outside, etc. You could also set up a little area in your room to do your work.

Study environments vary. If you do your homework in a room, try to study there, unless you share your room with a sibling, which may cause some distractions. This all depends on yourself. Many people hate distractions, such as loud noises or people walking past them. You may want to opt for a room with a door then. Inform your family members if you can have some quiet time each day. There are also many other ways. For example, if you like nature and animals, you may find it pleasant to study outdoors.

You can try breaking up your study tasks into time slots, such as half-hourly. Use reward rules to keep yourself focused for half an hour. If you feel sleepy, get up and move around or drink water to keep you awake.

Make it sound fun and inclusive. Say something like, 'I created a plan to conquer our exams!' or 'I came up with a game plan for us to ace our tests!' This makes it sound like a team effort and adds an element of excitement. Avoid using too much academic jargon and keep the tone light and casual.