Plain-English glossary
Study Planning Glossary
Use this glossary when turning a deadline into a study plan, reading target or review schedule.
What this glossary is for
Study plans fail when workload, reading time and buffer days are not separated. These terms help make the plan easier to calculate and review.
Key terms
Deadline
The date the work or exam arrives. It defines the planning window.
Study block
A planned chunk of study time, usually focused on one task or topic.
Buffer day
A spare day built into a plan for interruptions, difficult topics or catch-up.
Reading speed
Words or pages read per minute or hour. It varies by difficulty and depth.
Workload
The total amount of reading, topics, practice questions or papers to cover.
Review
Returning to material after first study. It is separate from reading new material.
Daily target
The amount of work assigned to each available study day.
How to use the terms
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