In this blog post I will explain my response to the calendar activity and my plans to have an academically successful first semester.
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My first thought was that the calendar was really big. I
thought I would have no problem fitting in time for all my classwork. Once I
added my class schedule, I was still pretty confident in the amount of time I would
have.
It was after filling in time for sleep that I really saw how
many of the blocks were filled in. In just this week alone I have spent many nights with
friends, trips to the
grocery store, and lounging around in my dorm, and
mentally I saw all those boxes fill up as well.
I definitely thought there were more boxes before I started writing.
Overall, I truly believe that I can spend enough time on my
school work and still have a good time in college, I just need to be aware of
how I spend my free time between classes or after meals. I think setting daily
to-do lists will help me keep track of what I need to do in a day.
Also, seeing
a to-do list with everything checked is a very satisfying feeling.
Reflection
I've always relied on lists of homework to make sure I complete everything that needs to get done, especially because I have a terrible memory, and it was interesting to see that Nick used this strategy as well.
From reading Mika's post I realized how effective the time between class could be. I thought I could maybe utilize this time, but now I see if I am able to really focus in these times, they could make a big difference in allowing me to get my homework done without too much stress.
Also, I am taking 15 credits this semester, a little less than some of my classmates, but it seems like time management is going to be super important, especially if we want to maintain a social life to really get the full college experience.
Reflection
I've always relied on lists of homework to make sure I complete everything that needs to get done, especially because I have a terrible memory, and it was interesting to see that Nick used this strategy as well.
From reading Mika's post I realized how effective the time between class could be. I thought I could maybe utilize this time, but now I see if I am able to really focus in these times, they could make a big difference in allowing me to get my homework done without too much stress.
Also, I am taking 15 credits this semester, a little less than some of my classmates, but it seems like time management is going to be super important, especially if we want to maintain a social life to really get the full college experience.
Hello,
ReplyDeleteI can relate to you in terms of how overwhelming the amount of sleep, leisure, or my college social life can be on one's work schedule. I too find it baffling that I never consciously realized how much time I put into activities that are second to what's really important: Going to College.
My calendar also became cluttered with lounging or social outings. Hours were dedicated just for getting to certain hang out points or eating lunch. I also have to agree with you on the satisfaction of an organized to-do-list, as it acts as a form of clarification on your routine; sometimes elucidating the uncertainty of the day. My advise, just keep with your schedule and you'll never have a problem with cramming homework into your life.
Good Luck!