There are several methods to study; some will work better for you than others. The Pomodoro method is a task and time management system. In school, I did a similar process without knowing its existed. So what is the Pomodoro method? The name Pomodoro means tomato, named after a tomato-shaped kitchen timer. To start writing down a to-do list, and with the use of a timer, it doesn’t need to be a tomato shape, set the timer for 25 minutes. During the 25 minutes, work on the first task, write the paper, research, or read. When the timer goes off, set it for 5 minutes and take a break. Place an X near the task. After performing this four times, 2 hours of work, then take a more extended break of 20-45 minutes.
This technique helps to combat procrastination and keep the student on task. I know that a short break quickly turns into a full-length movie. Using a timers brings you back to work, with the knowledge that a break will be right around the corner. This time can be adjusted to what suits you, either longer or shorter. The use of the timer helps me get through the hundreds of pages of text, by reading for 20 minutes then a 5-10 minutes break, walk around, get water, or a snack. It’s a perfect method for an enormous task. This method breaks down the large tedious task into smaller, more manageable chunks.
So if you have a larger project or a lot of reading in front of you, try this method. Have you tried the Pomodoro method? What do you think?