subject: Time Management's Role in Efficient Exam Preparation [print this page] Time management is essential in all people's lives, no matter what they do, work or study. There has been much attention to the issues of time management recently because it is considered the key factor for success in accomplishment of maximum goals within an adequate period of time; people who are able to manage their time possess and indisputable advantage over those who cannot. Hence, the application of time management in exam preparation has become the focus of attention for both students and educators. The present article aims at discovering some ways to develop time management skills and apply them to fit in the tough timelines of getting ready for a pass. Time Management Why Is It Important? 1. The initial contribution of time management is the ability to establish a clear regime for studies and rest, for sleeping and eating. Compliance with these timelines will give a set of benefits for the student he or she will be able to distribute the work that has to be done before an exam into equal parts, thus avoiding long hours of night studies, exhaustion and stress. In addition, equal portions of free time can be allocated in the course of studies to allow the student to relax, look back and assess the portion of work that has already been completed. 2. Time management skills cannot be acquired within a short period of time, so timer management training should start long before the period of preparation for an exam comes. To learn successful time management, one has to make to-do lists every day and monitor their accomplishment closely. In case the task has not been completed, it is vital to think about the reasons for failure and to try to eliminate them. 3. One should allocate some time for fun and relaxation only under these conditions there is a chance that the student will successfully accomplish the to-do list.
Time Management's Role in Efficient Exam Preparation
