Tips For Mortuary Science Students To Stay Focused
study this evening instead.” Before you know it, a few days passed, and you’re scrambling to finish an assign- ment the night before it’s due. Every student should set aside a time to study that is optimal. Some people have hectic days and irregular life schedules, though. If you have a har- ried schedule, time budgeting strat- egies like the Pomodoro Technique may help. Just be sure to set daily goals ahead of time, and make your- self stick to them.
M ortuary school may be chal-
lenging for any student, but it is espe- cially challenging for students taking courses online. Having date-based deadlines instead of class schedules can be liberating, but it can also be detrimental if you aren’t strict with yourself about studying. I learned that hard lesson in high school when I decided to finish by correspon- dence. Fortunately, a great teacher I had shared a few tips with me to help me make the most of my time. A considerable percentage of today’s online college students also have families and jobs that demand a great deal of their time. Trying to juggle all of life’s necessary commitments can take a toll on your grades. Te key is to stay focused, and there are several ways to do this.
Set aside a time for studying – and stick to it no matter what. It’s easy to say “I’ll study this afternoon.” When afternoon arrives, it is easy to say “I’ll
Have a plan for current and future as- signments. Whether your school uses Blackboard, D2L or another learning delivery system, it is important to get familiar with it. Most instructors provide an overview of the semester’s major assignments in the schedule or syllabus. For example, a wax restora- tion project for a Restorative Arts & Sciences class will usually be posted early in the semester to allow ample time for completion. Start on big projects as far in advance as possible, and budget some time for them each week. By doing this, it is easier to keep the deadline in mind and avoid scrambling to finish the project at the last minute.
Don’t forget what inspired you. What was it that made you want to be a funeral professional? Every per- son has a different reason. Try not to forget it – not even for a day. Some of the online Mortuary Science pro- grams can be intense, and there may be days where you feel overwhelmed
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with life’s demands and your studies. Just remember that your instructors want to help you, so don’t be afraid to ask questions. Most instructors are delighted to share their expertise with you or explain something you may be confused about. By keeping your goals in mind every day, you’ll find it easier to stay determined and focused.
Encourage your classmates. I was lucky enough to meet a few of my fantastic online classmates through the D2L messaging system, the dis- cussion board feature and during the on-campus embalming labs. You can offer encouragement to your class- mates in many ways. When a class- mate is showing signs of feeling dis- couraged on the discussion board or through an email message, step in and offer a few encouraging words. It’s a small task, and that may be just what they need to regain their confidence and get focused again. Encouraging and helping others also reminds you why you’re in this field, and it may inspire you even more.
If you are able to make friends with one or more classmates, try to set up an online accountability group. Since you can’t study together, keep each other accountable for meeting weekly goals. Tis is a good way for everyone to stay on track and keep each other going. Good luck to all the Mortuary Science students out there this year!
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