Getting Started on Tasks | Student Learning Programs
Improving task initiation can improve your academic performance. Try out different strategies and see what works best for you. Remember that change takes time – be patient and persistent as you work on these skills. If you would like additional support or want to brainstorm individualized strategies, schedule an appointment with one of our academic coaches! Download a pdf version of this page Getting Started on Tasks This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0 License. You may reproduce it only for non-commercial use if you use the entire handout and attribute the source: Center for Teaching and Learning, Stanford University. Check out our other Tips, Tools, & Resources Center for Teaching and Learning Student Learning Programs 408 Panama Mall Stanford, CA 94305 United States
Getting Started on Tasks | Center for Teaching and Learning Getting Started on Tasks Main content start What is task initiation? Task initiation refers to the ability to get started on tasks without delays or hesitation. It involves being able to overcome procrastination to begin working on assignments. Neurodiverse students may experience additional challenges with task initiation due to executive functioning difficulties, motivational difficulties, and more. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. Every person has their unique struggles with task initiation and completion, and understanding
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