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Homework
Homework is time that you must set aside outside of class to complete assignments and projects required for your courses. Certain courses will require more frequent time allotted to complete weekly assignments, while others require none at all. Projects are less frequent but require a lot of time as well. Students might fill out worksheets, write stories, solve problems, or again do nothing at all. Not everyone will be given assignments to complete, sometimes your grade is completely dependent on exams. I have classes that require only a paper or two, but the time I use to write that paper is not studying; I have to allocate time afterwards. I’ve had classes that require reading a lot of pdfs and books, which takes a lot of time, but we don't have tests or quizzes, so studying isn't necessary.
Studying
Studying is time allotted to review class and textbook materials to prepare for exams and other tests. This means that on top of the time set aside for homework, there must be time set aside for review. You’re not alone if you don’t do this. I understand, we have jobs and other commitments that we can’t afford to give up. But, we have to study at some point.
I’ve always struggled to find the time, and just told myself that the process of taking notes is how I study. My schedule was more open last week, and I let go of my bad habits. When given free rein over my time, I divided my day into sections and completed goals each hour or two. Homework took a lot longer than I expected, but I usually don't have enough time allotted in the first place. Being able to complete my assignments at my own pace was refreshing. You can study before or after you complete assignments, whichever needs to be done first. The goal is to make more time for studying, especially when you struggle with the material.
There are three steps we are expected to meet as students, but most of us neglect the final step until it’s time for a test or exam.
- Taking Notes
- Completing Assignments
- Studying the material
It’s advising season. Look at the classes available and see what you need. Then decide whether you’ll have time for ALL the other activities currently occupying your time. The struggle is very much real, and you may have to make sacrifices to reach your academic goals. But if you want to prioritize your studies, you have to prepare yourself to change and build good habits.
I hope this clears up any misconceptions you have about the difference between these two activities. Being a student that goes beyond the bare minimum requires hard work and compromises, but you're doing great. If you'd like to know how I study, click here. If you'd like to know how we should study click here. How do you fit time to study in your schedule? Leave a comment down below!
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