I have learned so much useful information on note-taking strategies, internal motivation, and goal setting. All of these lessons have taught me to become a much better student and human. When it comes to note-taking, I was taught a few strategies that help me take notes faster, and retain the notes longer. I now make a quick outline to organize my notes. I also paraphrase my instructor while taking notes so that I remember them better.
When it comes to internal motivation, I used the “Goal Setting, Motivation, and Character” (2010) article by Cuseo. This article helped me realize that If I believe I have the ability to change a part of my life, I will build an internal locus of control. If I believe that internally I have the power to change my life, I will achieve my goals and help with my diminishing motivation. When it comes to goal setting, I use the article “SMART goals help you achieve success”. This article made me realize that if I think about all of the benefits of completing a task, I am much more likely to not procrastinate on it. This was covered in the specific portion of the article.
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