Dewey’s reflection model

 

Ideal
To submit assignments well before the deadline to avoid last-minute stress.

Reality (gap)
I often find myself rushing to complete assignments just hours before the deadline.

Causes/Conditions
  • I tend to delay starting assignments, thinking I have plenty of time.
  • I get distracted by social media or other leisure activities.
  • I lack a structured plan or schedule for working on assignments.
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    Effects/Results
  • I feel stressed and overwhelmed close to the deadline.
  • The quality of my assignments suffers because I don’t have time to review them properly.
  • I lose sleep and feel exhausted the next day.
    		•

    Goal
    To complete assignments in advance and feel more relaxed, confident, and prepared.

    Possible Change
  • Set smaller, achievable deadlines for each part of the assignment.
  • Create a study schedule and stick to it.
  • Block notifications from phone.
    		•

    Testing the hypothesis > solution
    I decided to break my assignment into smaller tasks, setting a deadline for each. I also set a timer for focused study sessions.

    Outcome of change
    It worked, for my last assignment, I completed all sections two days before the deadline, which gave me enough time to revise and submit confidently. I felt more relaxed and slept well that night.

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