Developing Competencies for Improved University Academic Results

The document is a reflective journal focused on enhancing academic performance during university education. It emphasizes the importance of developing specific skills required to be an effective student. The author identifies personal goals such as improved study power through attentive engagement in subjects and structured learning methods. Key areas discussed include general skills like time management, test-taking strategies, and subject-specific approaches for disciplines including accounting, English, history, law, maths, and science. Emphasized is the necessity of adopting these traits early to improve not only academic success but also personal development. The journal concludes by highlighting how such competencies are vital for impressing interviewers and securing employment opportunities, ultimately contributing to one's personality and career growth.

ACADEMIC
PERFORMANCE

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ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Developing academic skills was part of being university education. There are certain
criteria which are required to be an effective student. It takes significant amount of period to
develop these qualities. These were specifically taught by my teachers. My Goals is to improve
my study power by taking effective measures. I have decided to give due attention in every
subjects and following definite learning approach. Dividing time and completing task within that
period is another goal along with having sense of purpose to keep myself motivated. Reading,
note taking, writing, maths, vocabulary, listening etc. are part of this which are broadly classified
in four main categories. Let's discuss them in details:- General skills- These are basic form of competence which every student should possess
so that when they get into college they become habitual in using such techniques. I was
often told by my parents and teachers how I can improve my studying habits. I achieved
my goals by paying attention towards time management, note making, practising reading
comprehension and at last the very important thing by being good listener. I need to work
more on such ability to become efficient. Test taking- There is a certain way about how toppers and intelligent students give tests.
Investing appropriate time in learning such skills is essential. Lot of students believe in
last minute studying before exams. Thankfully I did not do such thing, I used to prepare
much earlier before the test and then taking enough amount of sleep. Reaching on time in
examination hall was also one such characteristic which one had. Adopting such
measures has helped me in becoming an effective student. Calmness helps in reducing
stress and anxiety. It can only be achieved if you manage things appropriately.
 Study skills- There should be differential approach towards every subject. Accounting,
English, history, law, maths, science and various others were part of my curriculum. I
generated ways to study each subject. For accounts focusing since first chapter is
important as all chapters are linked to what you have studied in previous one. English
requires one to read daily about various elements such as articles, newspapers, books etc.
also making clear and accurate notes based on lectures given in college. In maths I
needed to practised and solve variety of questions to get clear understanding. Improving
studying ability will not just be required for university education instead it goes beyond
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that. People learns to manage task and plan accordingly due such techniques. My
studying traits are my biggest weakness as I did not paid attention to it initially.
We are judged by interviewers based on academic skills therefore attaining them is
necessary as it helps increasing the level of confidence along with gaining impressive
employment opportunities. People who are already prepared and plan everything in advance are
more likely to gain competitive advantage over others. Incorporating such traits from the
academic level can be beneficial for an individual career. Adopting such techniques has led to an
improvement in overall developing my personality.
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