Private: Learning Essentials – Learning to Learn

Lesson 1 – How to improve your reading skills
12 Topics
Introduction and overview
What is “reading”?
Types of reading – part 1
Types of reading – part 2
Speed reading – part 1
Speed reading – part 2
Managing your environment
SQ3R
Reading electronic materials
Summary
End of lesson activities
End of lesson assessment
Lesson 2 – How to Improve your Memory and Mental Agility
11 Topics | 1 Quiz
Introduction and overview
The Relevance of Memory to Learning and Work
Memory in a Nutshell
Knowing Your Mind
“The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People”
Recitation
Mind maps and Mnemonics
Practical Tips for Improvement
Forgetting
Summary
End of lesson activities
End of lesson assessment
Lesson 3 – How to improve your study skills
12 Topics
Introduction and overview
Preparation
Learning styles
Principles of planning for study
A study plan
A model for study
Resources and information sources
Concentrating on your study
Motivation
Summary
End of lesson activities
End of lesson assessment
Lesson 4 – How to Improve Your Time Management for Learning Skills
12 Topics
Introduction and overview
Learner Competencies
Planning Part 1 – Principles
Planning Part 2 – Scheduling
Goal setting for learning
Action Planning and To Do Lists
Prioritisation
Obstacles to achievement
PDPs and CPD
Summary
End of lesson activities
End of lesson assessment
Lesson 5 – How to Improve Your Exam Skills
12 Topics
Introduction and Overview
Knowing About The Exam
Exam Preparation – The Practicalities
Revision – A Timetable
Revision Techniques
Exam Papers
Before The Exam Dealing With Nerves
Problems With Exams and Some Solutions
Maximising Exam Performance
Summary
End of Lesson Activities
End of Lesson Assessment
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Introduction and overview

What is time management?

It is a common term used in the workplace but what does it really mean?

Well, time management is a bundle of different skills including:

  • Organisation and co-ordination
  • Prioritisation and goal setting
  • Self-discipline and self-management
  • Planning, monitoring and reviewing

Time management is about balancing, scheduling, being systematic and aware, keeping others up to date and ultimately, getting things done on time.

The principles of time management are discussed in this lesson in the context of learning, but they apply just as equally to the workplace. And of course, for many of us in the financial services industry, time management is often about balancing work, learning and family responsibilities.

When you reach the end of this lesson you will:

  • Know the importance of time management as a learning tool
  • Be able to discuss and select from a number of techniques for effective time management for learning
  • Know the process for setting goals
  • Know how to efficiently prioritise your learning activities