Library libguides: The research process on the Extended Essay: Manage your time

Time managment

Effective time management is a really important skill to master for any student. It's essential when you are undertaking a long-term project, such as the Extended Essay, where you need to spend time preparing, researching and writing up over a number of weeks - don't leave everything to the last minute!

To manage your time, it helps to:

be aware of your own time management
be aware of how long it takes you to complete each type of study task
schedule time for unforeseen events
schedule time for relaxation and leisure
be very specific in your time-planning

On this page you can learn about:

How to improve your management skills
Google Calendar

Time Management, John Holcroft, 20th Century, Britannica ImageQuest

Holcroft, John. Time Management. 20th century. SuperStock / Universal Images ;Group. Britannica Image Quest. Web. 23 July 2015. <http://quest.eb.com/ search/time-management/1/107_3352443/Time-Management>.

Time Management Websites

These sites contain useful information on time management and tips on how to make the most effective use of your time.

Time Management
A website with tips on how to effectively manage your time, with a link to an interactive 'to do' list planner.
How Good Is Your Time Management?
Try this time management survey to find out how good YOU are at time management and what you can do to improve.
Time Management Links
Find lots of links to useful time management information, worksheets and templates from the Academic Skills Center at Dartmouth College.

Google Calendar

Time management is an important part of being a successful student.

Google Calendar is an easy way to stay organized and get reminders about important tasks.

You can learn how to use Google Calendar on this Google help page or at the Google Apps Learning Center.