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5 TIPS TO HANDLE A DAY UNPLUGGED

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Consider what you need to download or print prior to being unplugged, then on ICT

Maintenance Day, grab a cuppa, head for the couch and study old-school style with your

textbooks, pen and paper. Research shows that those ‘who write out their notes by hand actually

learn more than those who type their notes’*, so make the most of this opportunity.

*NovaNext.com

2

Take some time out to re-prioritise your study schedule and set fresh

study goals for the rest of the semester.

3

Spend time preparing study cards or revision sheets for upcoming exams.

4

Tidy or spruce up your study space so that you can return to your studies in a relaxed setting.

5

Schedule yourself a pit stop to relax and take a break from study altogether.

While regular maintenance is essential, we understand that not being able to access certain

USQ systems can be inconvenient. Whether you use these days as an opportunity to study

unplugged or take a break from study altogether, preparation will help you stay on the road to

study success, so be sure to stay up to date with upcoming ICT Maintenance Days by checking out

the ICT Maintenance Calendar.

University systems are just like your car; if you never check the fluids or pump up the tyres, it won’t work when you need it. Servicing our ICT systems is just as critical as keeping your car in tip-top working order, which is why USQ plans regular ICT Maintenance days throughout each semester.

While some USQ systems undergo their regular services, think of these 5 tips as your courtesy car to prepare you for an ICT Maintenance Day and

keep your study on track.