Create a Study Schedule

Use the sample course information below to answer questions about building a realistic two-week beginning-study plan.

Passing Score: 80% 5 questions ~5 minutes

Sample Course Information

Course: Introduction to Psychology (3 credits, 6-month contract)

Assessment schedule:

Introductory discussion post — due end of week 1
Assignment 1 — end of week 4
Midterm — end of week 8
Assignment 2 — end of week 12
Final exam — week 20 (must be booked with the exam office)

Estimated weekly study time: 4–6 hours

Question 1 How many study blocks per week would be reasonable for this course? a) 1 block b) 3–4 blocks (each ~60 minutes) c) 10 blocks d) No fixed blocks — study as the mood strikes

Question 2 When should you begin preparing for Assignment 1 (due end of week 4)? a) The day it's due b) End of week 4 only c) Around the end of week 2 — two weeks before the deadline d) After the midterm

Question 3 Why is it important to note the final exam date (week 20)? a) Because you must book it in advance with the exam office and plan around it b) Because it's automatically scheduled for you c) Because it doesn't matter until the last month d) Because you can skip it

Question 4 When should you aim to finish the course? a) On the exact contract end date b) After the contract end date, if needed c) Whenever you feel ready d) About two weeks before the contract end date — as a buffer

Question 5 What is the best way to structure a beginning-study plan? a) Detailed hour-by-hour for the whole term b) Fixed weekly blocks with one focus task, deliverables, a buffer, and a weekly review c) Only study when you're motivated d) Wait until mid-semester to plan

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