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Timetable for high school study 3

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Duration Subject Focus Area
30 minutes Maths Recently learned materials
30 minutes Maths Recently learned materials
30 minutes Maths Exam paper training
30 minutes Maths Exam paper training
30 minutes Maths Old chapters
30 minutes Maths Old chapters

Benefits of a Timed Study Approach

The second benefit of using a structured timetable is that it enhances your ability to concentrate.

Concentrating for extended periods can be challenging. If you set an expectation of focusing for three hours straight, you are likely to find it overwhelming, leading to wasted time and feelings of guilt. In contrast, committing to only 30 minutes of focused study is much more manageable and achievable.

During each 30-minute session, it is crucial to dedicate your full attention to revision. Avoid distractions such as:

  • Going to the washroom
  • Eating snacks
  • Responding to phone calls

If any thoughts or tasks come to mind, jot them down to address later. Only attend to them if there is an emergency, like a fire.

Key Focus Strategies

Most importantly, do not check the time during your study sessions. Watching the clock can disrupt your concentration and break your flow of thought. Instead of glancing at your watch, consider using an alarm to signal the end of each study period.

After every 30-minute session, allow yourself a 5-minute break to recharge:

Duration Activity
30 minutes Maths: Recently learned materials
5 minutes Break
30 minutes Maths: Recently learned materials
5 minutes Break
30 minutes Maths: Exam paper training
5 minutes Break
30 minutes Maths: Exam paper training
5 minutes Break
30 minutes Maths: Old chapters
5 minutes Break
30 minutes Maths: Old chapters
5 minutes Break

During these 5-minute breaks, you can engage in activities that are not permitted during the 30-minute study slots, such as replying to phone calls. Once the break ends, refocus your attention for the next study session.

By consistently implementing this strategy of dedicated 30-minute study slots, you can accumulate 3 hours of concentrated study after completing 6 sessions. Concentrating for 30 minutes at a time is far more manageable than attempting to focus for an entire three-hour block.

— Me@2024-09-25 08:39:55 PM

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