
從時間管理開始
Many adults want to learn new skills or expand their knowledge, but juggling a busy work and family life can make finding time to study feel impossible.
許多成年人想學習新技能或增長知識,但工作與家庭生活的雙重壓力常令人難以騰出時間學習。
expand(v.)展開、擴充expand…into…將~發展成~expansion(n.)擴張juggle(v.)同時應付、兼顧
To overcome this, the key is to start with clear goals.
為了克服這一點,關鍵在於設定明確的目標。
Decide what you want to achieve and break it down into smaller, bite-sized tasks.
先釐清自身期望達成的成果,再將其拆解為易於執行的小任務。
achieve(v.)達成、實現accomplish(v.)達成reach(v.)達到break down拆解complicated(adj.)複雜的
For instance, if you want to improve your English, focus on learning five new words every day or reading one short article daily.
舉例來說,如果你想提升英文能力,可設定每日學習五個新單字或閱讀一篇短文的目標。
daily(adv.)每日地(adj.)每日的monthly(adv.)每月地(adj.)每月的yearly(adj.)每年的=annual/yearly(adv.)每年地=annually
The next step is to create a study schedule and prioritize your tasks.
下一步是制定學習計畫,並釐清任務優先順序。
ahead of schedule提前behind schedule行程落後prioritize(v.)優先考慮、決定優先順序priority(n.)優先/priority list優先列表/priority seat優先席
Find times in your day when you can focus without interruption — even if it’s just for 20-30 minutes.
找出每日能專注不受干擾的時段——即使只有20至30分鐘也值得把握。
without interruption不受干擾地interrupt(v.)打擾
Some tasks have a bigger impact than others, so focus on the activities that will give you the best results.
有些任務對學習的影響比較大,因此要把重點放在效益最高的活動上。
impact(n.)影響、撞擊(v.)對~產生影響
Using a planner or a calendar app is a great way to stay on track.
使用行事曆或日曆APP是幫助你保持條理的好方法。
on track在正軌上、穩步前進
Finally, avoid distractions and regularly review your progress.
最後,避免分心並定期檢視學習進度。
last but not least最後但最重要的是keep away from避免distraction(n.)分心事物、干擾
Turn off phone notifications and find a quiet space for studying.
關閉手機通知,找個安靜的學習空間。
notify(v.)通知notify sb. about/of sth.通知某人某事
After a week or two, check what you’ve learned and adjust your plan as needed.
一兩週後,複習所學內容並視需要調整計畫。
adjust(v.)調整、校正adjust…to…使某人適應~adjustment(n.)調整
With smart time management, adult learners can study more efficiently, balance their responsibilities, and finally achieve their goals.
透過聰明的時間管理,成人學習者不僅能更有效率地學習,還能平衡生活中的各種責任,最終達成目標。
efficiently(adv.)有效率地
Remember, consistent effort beats long study sessions.
切記:持之以恆的努力遠勝過長時間的苦讀。
consistent(adj.)一貫的、堅持的、始終如一的steady(adj.)穩定的