My schedule this semester is pretty hectic and often times I have difficulty managing my time well. CLS 105 has introduced me to so many Time and Task Management strategies, which have been very useful in my helping me build my organization skills. The two strategies that worked the best for me are the Fritter Finder and Chunking the Task.
I used the Fritter Finder strategy because I usually have a tendency of wasting valuable free time that I have in between and after classes. With the use of the Fritter Finder, I was able to determine time that I have free through out each day and each week. It was similar to filling out a weekly planner. However, with the use of this strategy I was able to visualize my “fritter” time, which I find more effective than just simply listing things to do. Each space highlighted in red in my Fritter Finder is time that I use to complete assignments, reading, and studying. Each day I set different tasks to complete within these times. Whatever upcoming assignments I have, I can assure you that my “fritter” time always comes in handy to complete it! I learned how to be more productive and use my time more effectively.
In order to accomplish long and time-consuming assignments, I would recommend anyone to use the Chunking the Task strategy. It definitely made it easier for me to plan out how I would complete several assignments. One assignment I am using this strategy for is the Faculty Interview Project for my CLS 105 course. I listed four tasks that I wanted to get done, the first one being to finish the Faculty Interview Project. Then under the “Option 1” and “Option 2” columns I listed steps that would lead me to accomplishing these tasks, such as setting dates when I want to have each task done. In “Task 2, 3, 4,” I set different dates that I would interview each professor. Each day I interviewed a professor I made sure to write a reflection based on the knowledge I gained from their interview. I have completed each task. I have completed each task already and I am working on the final touches. This method of “Chunking the Task” has made it easier for me to get my assignments done and submitted early!
I found that using these techniques can improve how your time-management skills and teach you how to use your time more wisely. I am able to prioritize which tasks I must get done first and what time I have available to do so. I now know how to complete long-term assignments without waiting for the last minute, all with the help of my Fritter Finder and Chunking the Task strategy.
I didn't even think you use Chunking The Task the way you did. When I learned about this strategy I had a completely different mind set. I thought it was make an option of how you wanted to do something and other incase the first option fell through. I liked how you made your chunking the task like a target planner as well. You set what you needed to do and by when. I think next time I'll try chunking the task and putting a date next to it because it is the best of both worlds. Over all I believe you found two good techniques to help you succeed with your busy schedule this semester!
ReplyDeleteI liked your combination of Chunking the Task and Fritter Finder. Chunking the task was hard for me because I found it hard to choose which option to use to best carryout the task. Your method seems less stressful as you had most the the project planned out by chunking the task, setting dates to do them, and using your weekly time wisely to get everything done. I'll try your method next time as I think it would help to have a gameplan for large assignments.
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