Self-Study Tips –

How to make individual learning

more effective and fun
 What is Self-Study?
⦿Self-study is a learning method where students
take ownership of their own studying – outside
the classroom and without direct supervision.
 Importance of Self-Study?
• Self-study is a wonderful technique that students can use to
enhance their learning, whether they’re finding out new
knowledge or revising past learning.
• Through self-study, students can go
beyond simply studying what textbooks and teachers are
teaching them.
 Benefits of Self-Study?
• Students learn more effectively:

- Exploring a topic on their own encourage them to actively engage

with the information. Self-studiers are able to think about topics
more deeply and make connections between what they are
learning.

- When students are dedicated (and excited) with what they’re

studying, they will remember it better.
 Benefits of Self-Study?
• Students discover more on topics they are studying:

Self-study is all about searching out new information on a topic

students are interested in. Seeking out this information themselves
gives students a chance to learn more about that topic (rather than
just what they are taught in class).
 Benefits of Self-Study?
• It can boost self-esteem:

As students do more self-study, many become more confident

learners. They are able to see themselves as an independent person
who is able to learn new things without anyone helping them. This
can be a major motivation boost for students.
 Benefits of Self-Study?
• Students can learn at their own pace:

Self-study allows students to take learning at their own pace,

focusing on areas they are most interested in (or want to
understand a bit better). This helps reduce feelings of frustration,
anxiety, or boredom that students may struggle with in a classroom
setting.
 Benefits of Self-Study?
• It promotes curiosity:

Curiosity is one of the biggest (and often overlooked) pieces of

motivating students to learn. Self-study allows students to choose
something they are interested in and excited to learn about, leading
to a more effective learning experience.
Tips on Self-Study
 Tip 1
Set specific goals on what you want to learn for the
day
 Tip 2
Draw out a timetable on what you
want to achieve for the day/ week.
This will keep you focused.
 Tip 3
Study in short but frequent sessions- Try
creating 30 mins session for every
learning.
 Tip 4
Add variety to your learning like watching
videos, searching online materials, reading
digital books etc.
 Tip 5
Take down notes as this is one best
way to allow your brain to absorb and
process the learning.
Tip 6
Test yourself regularly through small quizzes,
question papers etc. You can get your parents or your
friends (by calling them with permission of parents) to
play a part to make learning more meaningful and fun.
 Tip 7
Reading out loud can help improve your learning
abilities. This prevents your mind from wandering and
helps you focus better.
 Tip 8
Read to relax. Reading strengthens your
brain, builds vocabulary and expands
knowledge.
 Tip 9.1
Conducive learning environment –
This is important to keep yourself focused
without being distracted at home.

Keep your
study area
neat and
tidy
 Tip 9.2
Conducive learning environment –
This is important to keep yourself focused
without being distracted at home.

Prepare the
necessary
learning
resources like
textbooks,
stationery etc.
 Tip 9.3
Conducive learning environment –
This is important to keep yourself focused
without being distracted at home.
Put on your
school attire
when you are
studying or
having video
session with
teachers.
Make your home-based learning a fruitful
and fun experience!