(Ep 257) - Seven Steps for Making a Solid Studying Plan
Aug 17, 2023
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Scott H Young, author and entrepreneur, shares seven steps for creating a solid studying plan. He emphasizes the importance of going beyond the minimum curriculum and investing additional time in activities like practice questions and self-explanations. Young also highlights the need for a well-planned study schedule and discusses the importance of comparing scheduled study time to allocated time, getting feedback, and making necessary modifications to enhance learning progress.
Creating a studying plan is essential for maximizing learning and focusing effort on meaningful activities.
Modifying the studying plan based on feedback is crucial for overcoming obstacles and staying on track.
Deep dives
Importance of making a studying plan
Creating a studying plan is important because it helps maximize learning by focusing effort where it's needed most. Research shows that students often choose activities that feel fun but don't lead to actual results. Just like having a workout plan for fitness, a studying plan ensures that effort is invested in meaningful learning. It organizes what needs to be learned, how to learn it, and when to invest time in studying.
Steps for making a successful studying plan
To create a successful studying plan, follow these steps: review the materials and understand the lessons, practice activities, and required deliverables. Calculate the minimum time investment needed to complete the class or curriculum, considering readings, lectures, and assignments. Estimate additional time for practice, real-life applications, flashcards, and self-explanations. Schedule studying in your calendar, either as appointments or as part of a weekly or daily routine. Perform a sanity check to ensure your scheduled time aligns with the estimated minimum investment. Get feedback on sticking to the schedule and learning progress, adjusting the plan accordingly. Make modifications to the plan as needed, increasing hours or changing routines if falling behind or facing obstacles.
Benefits of making modifications and getting feedback
Modifying the studying plan based on feedback is crucial for success. By increasing hours or adjusting routines, you can adapt to overcome obstacles and stay on track. Feedback on sticking to the schedule helps identify interruptions, lack of preparation, or procrastination that can be addressed. Feedback on learning progress allows you to focus on strengthening basics, understanding difficult concepts, or getting coaching and guidance. Remember that the plan itself is less important than the process of thinking and strategizing behind it.