Ep.075 3 Steps to Become a More Motivated, Self-Directed, Independent Learner

#075 – Does your university often bang on about the need to become an independent learner? If they don’t, then they should cos it’s VITAL if you want to succeed in higher education. If they do, then you’ll know how much importance is placed on this skill. But becoming an independent learner can be quite tricky. Developing the skills to be able to motivate yourself, problem-solve, study strategically, be self-directed in your learning...all pretty challenging if you’ve not been shown how or don’t have a process. Well, luckily for you, in this episode I’m going to walk you through an awesome process. In just 3 simple steps, you’ll learn how to take control of your study sessions, assignments, exam prep. You’ll learn exactly HOW to become an independent learner; how to reflect on and regulate your learning, and how to make micro-adjustments to improve your skills and results. This is an action-packed episode so get ready to dive into some studying awesomeness. To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode75. Join the waitlist for the Kickbutt Students Club. Check out this link to find out where to grab a copy of my book, The Return to Study Handbook. Join the waitlist for the Get the Grades Bootcamp.

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This podcast provides simple studying advice for non-traditional students returning to education to advance their careers. You’re in the right place if you’re a mature student, distance or workplace learner (or all three like Chloe) and studying for a degree or professional qualification. Chloe Burroughs, study skills expert and author of The Return to Study Handbook, will teach you how to study effectively so that you can boost your academic confidence, get more done in less time, and achieve the grades you really want. Chloe understands what you’re going through — the stress of juggling studying around your job and personal life; the feeling that you’ve never actually been taught how to study effectively; the worry that you’re not going to achieve the grades you need to move forward in your career. You’ll learn step-by-step strategies for time management, organisation and productivity; boosting your studying motivation and confidence; overcoming negative thinking and fear of exams; note taking and reading; essay writing and critical thinking; improving your memory; and exam revision and preparation. In short, you’ll develop the skills to make the most of the time, energy and money you’re investing in your education — so you can gain your dream qualification. With solo shows full of actionable study advice, conversations with other students, and interviews with education experts, Chloe Made Me Study will give you the confidence to achieve the grades you need to take the next exciting step in your career. So, if you’re a non-traditional student who’s ready to uplevel your study skills and results — hit that subscribe button to discover how to make your studying life easier.