If you are a student then you have probably heard of this study method. Here at micampus Residencias we will explain what it involves in case you aren’t sure and to help you use this technique to study.
The Pomodoro technique was created in the 1980s by Francesco Cirillo, who saw the need to find a technique to manage the study time he dedicated to each task.
The Pomodoro study method involves dividing a study session into short, high-intensity periods (called “pomodoros”), each followed by a short rest break which will make completing the task much easier. After 4 pomodoros of 25 minutes each you must take a longer break of 20 or 30 minutes. This is very important, as it will help you to disconnect from the task you were doing and allow you to clear your mind.
The method enables students to use their time more efficiently. This is because the whole study period is divided into 25-minute modules involving maximum concentration with only short breaks between them.
No existe sensación de fatiga por exceso de tiempo empleado al estudio. Si no que requiere de concentración intensiva, y esto hace que el tiempo que estés estudiando, estás al 100%.
Distractions normally occur when a student has been studying for a long period of time, as the brain loses the ability to take in stimuli and you can end up thinking about something other than what you are studying. By following the Pomodoro technique this won’t happen because by focusing for short periods you have less time to get distracted.
To make the most of this advantage, you need a place to study which is conducive to the pomodoro method and, in this case, micampus facilities are the ideal place to experiment with this study technique and so get the most out of your study time.
To work alone or study productively, it is a very good technique. However, it is true that if you are working in a group it tends to be difficult to work to the strict time periods this method requires. Finally, depending on the time of day you are studying, it will either be easy to work through the intensive periods or you may find yourself get distracted.
Many people may use this method to study for less time and kid themselves about how much work they are doing. In this case poor exam results will soon follow.
We hope this article has answered any questions you may have about the Pomodoro technique and how to integrate it into your revision routine in the study rooms in our residence.
To start university life it’s important to be certain of your destination. In Spain there are many options, which explains why the decision about where to study can be a difficult one. There are many factors to take into account, such as enrolment fees, and the costs of food and socializing, among others.
We will explain to you a series of tips to prepare your curriculum in the most appropriate way and increase your chances of being selected in your applications.
Changing degree is not a decision to be taken lightly as it will lead to a series of consequences which you should consider carefully, such as meeting new classmates (who will be younger than you), new teachers and a new syllabus. This is why it’s important that when making this change you choose a new degree course which really excites you.
You’ve chosen your course, but when the academic year starts you realize that you’re studying in the wrong place. If you decide that you want to change university you must be aware of the procedures you have to follow, the time you have to invest in the process and also think about why you have taken this decision.
