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This weeks module discussed the topic of maintaining motivation. The topic I found most interesting was finding your motivation on slide 5. Module 7 discusses the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivators. Personally I found that my surrounding environment is a motivator for me which is discussed on slides 6 and 7. I like to study in quite areas such as the library or a study room. I have found that places like these motivate me do more work and focus better. It allows me to shut out distractions such as loud noises which allows me to concentrate better. One thing I would like to practice from this module that I have learned is to cut out all distractions. In the future I want to try and shut off my phone while I am studying because I am very easily distracted by the notifications and social media apps on my phone. I think by doing this I will be much more motivated and productive than I was when I would get distracted by the phone. My advice for current and future students would be to find what motivates you whether it be an intrinsic or extrinsic motivator. One you discover what works best for you it will be much easier to focus and achieve the success you are looking for in school and in life.

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I found Module 6 on searching and researching to be very informative. The first thing I learned about was the difference between searching and researching on slides 9 and 10. It says “Research requires you to critically look at the quality of information you are finding rather than simply finding information that fits a particular topic”. I think that is important to note so you know how to do the searching or researching. One thing I already practice from the module is deciding whether a source is credible or not. I typically look for scholarly articles or credible websites when looking for credible information from sources. One thing I learned from the module is how to properly word my question for what I am looking for. I learned how to properly write a question when I am searching for something versus when I am researching something. This will be very beneficial in my school and personal life. My advice for current and future students would be to learn the differences between searching and researching so that you are able to properly find the information that you are looking for. This information can be very useful in school and also in personal life, anytime you are searching or researching for information.

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An important topic I found in Module 5 would be about active listening. I think this is an important skill so you can really take advantage of the material you are being taught. It also allows you to be more prepared for the next step you may have to take. In this module on slides 12 and 13 it discusses how you should prepare your mind and your environment in order to properly listen actively. Active listening also helps with your chances of memorizing that information. On slide 14 it discusses one way to do this, which is by taking notes while you are listening. The next step would be to look over the notes later on and organize them. You can organize them online using apps or websites such as EverNote or Notability. You could also chose to organize them on paper. There are many different resources you can use to keep your thoughts and notes organized. I think preparation and note taking along with organization is key to success for many. All of these things allow you to become an active listener which in the end will prepare you to become a better listener, student, and overall human being. Active listening is extremely important not only in school but also in your career and in life.

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One of the things I found most useful from this module was learning how memory works and how to use that to memorize important information. Another useful thing I learned about is how multitasking effects your learning. I personally try to focus on one individual task at a time now and I find that I am much more focused that when I try to do multiple things at once. One thing I would like to learn more about and practice is using my memory to the fullest. I think this would be much more beneficial when it comes to studying and actually retaining the information that I am trying to learn. Some advice I have for other students would definitely be to take a step back and figure out what the best way is for you to retain information. For me, eliminating distractions and only focusing on one task at a time was very beneficial to me because I was only focused on that one thing. I also think that it is important to see how your memory works and what the best way is for your to remember information. Repetition is huge for me when it comes to memorization so I try to start studying earlier rather than later to ensure I have enough time to go over the information many times.