I know I am learning when I'm excited about it. In classes like Pre-Calculus or Physics, if I can do a problem perfectly, I get really excited about it. If I can't do it, however, I just get really frustrated and shut down my mind. The success is a drive for me, mostly because it's like I won, and I like to win. In classes like History and English, I know I'm learning when I want to learn more and get excited about note-taking.
As a student, I learn better in a more structured environment. Not that I can't work in a relaxed one, or anything. It's just easier for me to focus. I also learn a lot from lectures. I find it fun to take notes. Taking notes its like a game, because I'm trying to write down what the teacher is saying as fast as I can so I can keep up with them. I'm kind of almost backwards, because I don't enjoy "fun" activities, unless the topic interests me.
The two main study skills I need to improve on are time management and focusing. I can do other things like checking my planner or SchoolLoop, and then prioritizing the assignments, but I have a problem when actually doing the assignments. My biggest problem is time management. For example, I'll be working on something somewhat enjoyable, and I find myself just dragging it on because I don't want to any of my other stuff. It's really just a form of procrastination. Focusing is also extremely hard for me. For some reason, I can't just sit down and get my work done. I always have to get up and walk around, or else I'll just zone out. I also have a problem with thinking. Like I'll be thinking of something, that will remind me of something else, and that thing will remind me of something else, and it'll just go on and on until I snap out of it.
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