Study Habit Presently Need Practice to Plan Use a large monthly calendar. Use a weekly study schedule. Use a daily or weekly “To Do” list. Schedule as many hours as needed for a particular course. Have rewards for using study time effectively. Work on difficult subjects at times when most alert. Balance activities. Reschedule study times when regular study hours are interrupted. Study in a well-lighted, comfortable, quiet place. Stay in good physical condition. Use outside study help when needed.