This exercise is not only to help you realize what your goals are, but also to help you realize why you want to achieve them. The more reasons you have to achieve them, the more likely you’ll be to reach them. It’s also important that you write these down as you do them, don’t just answer in your head.
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Most students know what goals are and they know that it’s important to have goals. You probably hear it all the time, “goals are so important. Set goals for yourself” and so on and so forth. The people telling you this are definitely not wrong. However, something they often times leave out is that you actually need to write these goals down.
For some reason, many students think that they aren’t allowed to ask a teacher a question outside of class time. They think that teachers only exist during the school day, and then POOF! They disappear! Perhaps It can be intimidating to approach a teacher for extra help, but truth be told, that’s why they’re there!
Why Humans Can't Multitask
As humans, we like to think that we’re amazing at everything. We know it’s bad to text and drive, and yet, people do it all the time. Why? Because they think they can multitask. Until they crash into the car in front of them. Here's the truth about multitasking.
Are You Using Color In Your Notes?
Do you only use black and blue ink when making your notes? We recommend you start using color in your notes. Find out why in the video above.
Avoid Using An Exercise Book
Most students make their notes using an exercise book. There is actually a more effective way to store your notes, and it can impact how well you remember your work. Find out why in this video.
Are Your Goals S.M.A.R.T?
Are your goals S.M.A.R.T? Let's find out.
When Should You Start Preparing For Your Exams?
Do you usually leave your exam prep for the day before the exam? The top students start studying way before that. We'll share their secret with you in this video.
Learning Under Lockdown - Remember That?!
At the start of 2020, learners all over South Africa prepared excitedly for school tours, plays, matric dances and the like. And then suddenly – lockdown. From Umhlanga to Uitenhage to Upington, there isn’t any school or learner in South Africa that wasn’t radically impacted by the COVID-19 Lockdown. This meant schooling from home. Here are 5 quotes from young South Africans reminding us of what it was like to learn under lockdown
Managing Exam and Assignment Deadlines
Struggling with managing your exam and assignment deadlines? When we have a lot of work, it can feel like a mountain in front of us. Here's how to climb that mountain.
Students Are Like Gaming Consoles
Students are like gaming consoles. Which one are you?