How to Create a Study Timetable How to Create a Study Timetable

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by Safreen Khan

Sometimes I feel as though there are not enough hours in the day to get all my work done and as exam season draws nearer, “the pressure is getting worse!” As a well-rounded student, I must maintain my academics, while also partaking in extra curriculars because I believe that even though grades are important, they do not define who we are. Having a study timetable will positively affect not only your academics but your social life too. All of your tasks will be organized and neatly arranged in time slots and as a result, your motivation will skyrocket. Before making your timetable, it is crucial that you figure out what type of learner you are. There are 4 different types of learners: visual/spatial learners, auditory learners, kinesthetic learners, and reading/writing learners.

Visual learners retain information by drawing or studying pictures. Watching an educational video with lots of graphics may be helpful to this type of learner. Auditory learners grasp information by listening to podcasts or with any form of audio. Kinesthetic learners learn best through practical work and last but not least, the most common type of learners are reading/writing learners, who - you’ve guessed itlearn best through simply reading and writing. Knowing what type of learner you are can help you plan your time better, because you can ensure you spend enough time on the type of studying that works for you.

1. Make a list of all your responsibilities

This will give you an idea of what you have to do and how much time to allocate for each task. Include everything, even the smallest things that you may deem unnecessary to be on your study timetable e.g. hang out with my little brother, clean my room, rest.

2. Prioritise

Highlight important deadlines and tests so that you know to prioritize them. Look at what subjects have more materials to study so that you can allocate them more time. And those that have exams scheduled earlier, you’d have to start studying them much earlier than others. Those that have practicals as well might require a bigger chunk of your time. You don’t want to focus too much on some subjects while neglecting others.

3. Hard copy vs soft copy timetable

Decide whether you would prefer to use a hard copy (paper) or soft copy (phone or laptop) for your timetable. I suggest you use both as hard copies are easy to follow and the digital version of your timetable can be shared and transferred. Make copies and stick your timetable at home, in your locker, and even in your study notebook.

4. Breaks and leisure

Make sure to include breaks so that you can refresh and relax for a bit between each study session. Breaks are important as you may not be able to focus for a long period of time thus affecting retaining all that information.

In order to have a balanced lifestyle it is imperative that you make time for some of your leisure activities alongside work or school. Exercising, socialising outside of a formal setting, playing an instrument, reading an interesting article, and RESTING, all contribute to easing your mind throughout the day. Remember that even though these activities may seem more exciting than doing that chemistry homework you’ve been avoiding; your education comes first, and it will take you further than anything else in life. Try your best to stick to the timetable otherwise you may fall victim to procrastination.

Below is a basic example of a study timetable that I started with. It is straightforward and neat and the “to do list” section is a necessary little touch to highlight the important tasks. One great feature of this template is that you can fill in your own times yourself. You may decide how long each interval is; I suggest having 25 minutes for each session and a 5-minute break between each session.

For this method of organisation to be effective, you must be well rested. It is extremely important that teenagers get at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep every night and if need be, a 30- minute power nap in the afternoon. It’s no use trying to absorb information when your bed is calling your name. One great habit to integrate into your life is reading a few pages of a fiction book before you sleep. That way, you are increasing the time away from your device’s blue light and this will help you sleep better.

A study timetable is a great first step to being an organised individual but remember that sometimes, life is spontaneous and does not go to plan and in some ways, adhering to a timetable tests your discipline. You may need to make some social sacrifices in order to follow the timetable properly but it will definitely pay off once your A*s start rolling in.

5. Make it cute

Take pride in your work by making it look presentable, neat, and aesthetically pleasing to you. Using online platforms such as Canva is a great way to produce appealing timetables. Or you could use highlighters, different colour pens, and stickers if you are making a hard copy.

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