Create a physical and
mental workspace
Find a designated place where you can focus on your
academic work. Whether your study space is in your room or
at the kitchen table, it helps to tidy up a little before you get
started, because visual clutter can be a distraction.
Use anti-distraction apps on your phone like Freedom or
RescueTime, or better still, turn off your phone and all social
media notifications.
Let family and friends know when you are "working", as this
will help cut down on disturbances.
Keep the course syllabus and calendar close at hand for
reference and refer to these as needed throughout the
course.
Once you have a place to work, and have adopted an "I can do
this!" mindset, you are well on your way!
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