• Know the definitions of:
o Physiology – how your body feels.
o Arm swing rule – swiping your arm in a semi circle.
o Effective learning environment.
o Ineffective learning environment.
• Know three things present in an effective learning environment.
o Two sources of light.
o Comfortable temperature.
o Manage clutter,
• Know three things present in an ineffective learning environment.
o TV.
o Radio.
o Window.
• Mind wandering is the enemy of concentration. >:}
• How do negative thoughts affect your concentration?
o You can’t concentrate if you have thoughts (negative) going through your head.
• Proteins keep your mind alert.
o Cheese.
o Meat.
• Carbs make you sleepy, after the initial sugar high.
o Pasta.
o Breads.
• Study session curve.
o 1 minute (beginning)
o 8 minutes is your peak. Take a break (2-3 minutes)
o 16 minutes is the end.
• To assess effectiveness of your study area, consider the:
o Furniture.
o Proximity to windows.
o Color schemes.
• Internal distracters.
o Worries.
o Stress.
o Hunger.
o Sickness.
• Concentration
o The ability to block out distraction and focus on one task.
• Physical environment
o Has a major impact on concentration even more than attitude and motivation about subject.
• Not all students perform well in a silent environment.
• Studies shown classical music helps concentration.
• Internal distracters such as worry affects concentration.
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