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Study Skills : Putting it All Together
Putting it All Together : sub-module 7 of 7 of time management
The other modules in Time Management teach the skills needed to create a weekly schedule, semester plan, and task list. This final module will look at how these tools can work together to help you master time and task management. Staying organized and giving yourself enough time to do your best work will help you to reduce your stress
Top Tips
- Learn about each tool first. View the modules on Weekly Schedules, Semester Plans, and Task Lists to learn how to create each of these tools.
- Find tasks in the semester plan. The semester plan will tell you if you have things you should be working on, so you can add these things to your task list.
- Add your tasks to your weekly schedule. Once you know what you need to do, you can add the tasks in the spots in your weekly schedule for school work and personal commitments.
Using Time Management Tools Together
Combining Task List, Weekly Schedule, & Semester Plan
Now that you have learned how to create a task list, weekly schedule, & semester plan, it’s time to think about how these three tools can work together. Watch the video or read the instructions below to find out how to use these time management tools together.
How to put it all together
Ideally, once you have created your semester plan and weekly schedule, the task list becomes a bridge between upcoming deadlines and your schedule. Follow these steps:
- Check Your Semester Plan What needs to be done for your courses this week? Look ahead; are there any big assignments, tests, or projects coming up in the next few weeks that you should start preparing for now?
- Create a Daily Task List Write down everything that’s coming up, including academic tasks and personal commitments like appointments or errands. Add time estimates for each item, then prioritize using the ABC 123 method to identify the most important tasks for the day.
- Schedule Your Tasks Review your weekly schedule to figure out when you’ll complete each task. Use blocks of time you’ve already set aside for school or personal responsibilities. If your to-do list is long, look for additional time in your schedule to make sure everything gets done.