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philosophy resources post

written information

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: the philosophy version of Wikipedia, except it’s ok to source it. 

Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: if you can decipher some of the more advanced articles it’s a great source of information. 

Philosophy Pages: an easier, more summary-like version with Western philosophers. 

Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy: articles on most things concerning philosophy. 

audio

The Philosopher’s Zone: podcast style, covers countless topics

Philosophy Bites: not as easy to navigate, podcasts cover a lot of things with top philosophers

on writing essays

this site tells you do’s and don’t’s for your paper. 

this is the longest and most informative guide on how to write a philosophy essay I’ve ever read. (note: avoid when/if too much info feels almost counter-productive)

this is a neat, clear guide from Harvard on writing philosophy papers. 

extra

Why did the chicken cross the road - philosophy style. 

school mindset

essays - make each essay you write better than the last


 small assignments - aim for 100s, expect 100s, get 100s


 homework - pretend they’re assignments


 homework that’s not graded - pretend! they’re! assignments!


 tests - study for 100s, expect less


 long term projects - act like it’s due in four days -even when it’s not- until you’re done with it


 group projects - do not get angry


 presentations - pretend you’re obama

disclaimer - this works for me, it may not work for everybody, do not push yourself too hard!!

yesterday night’s study situation + a still from art class

working on your philosophy essay is hard when you’ve got the attention span of a rock.

Things I Never Learned In High School

Also I had to be a fully online student for a semester would anyone like tips lmao or is that like annoying coming from a now teacher

13.4.20

Y’all know I only post original content on here unless I feel like it’s important to share. Take it in ✨

desk tour video ! working & studying from home in this space has been a joy, but i do miss being at my university ...... someday soon ill be back there

Salut! Hallo! Hola! Ciao!

I need more European studyblrs on my dash! Reblog if you’re from Europe and I’ll follow you! 

Take a look at my studyblr too :D

If you’re anything like me, you go to the library with the best intentions then inevitably get distracted and wind up finishing none of the tasks you set out to do. Here’s a handy guide to how to get more done when you go to the library!

Planning your study session

Know what you’re doing ahead of time. Not only does this mean you can plan out your time to keep you on task, but you can also pare down which books and notes you need to bring.

Try and choose subjects that you need to be in the library for. For instance, if you need books to write an essay, read them in the library so you don’t have to drag them home. It’s better for your back, and more motivating when your time is limited!

Make a plan! Whether it’s just a to-do list or chunking your work into ten minute blocks, have goals to accomplish and keep yourself on task.

Don’t expect to be fully focused the whole time you’re there. No one can concentrate for 4 hours straight, so work some breaks into your plan and cut yourself some slack.

What to bring

A water bottle. You’re better off staying hydrated with water than sugary drinks from the vending machine, and bringing your own bottle is the best way to do that because you can keep it right at your desk.

Your chargers! Nothing cuts a study session short like your computer dying, so be prepared and make sure you’ve got your laptop/phone/tablet charger on hand.

A jacket. At least at my university, the library is almost always freezing. Even if yours isn’t, bring a jacket to keep you warm because sitting still for ages is a surefire way to cool you down!

Healthy snacks. Bringing your own food means you won’t be spending money, and you have a reason to stay at your desk and away from the vending machine. It also means no noisy crisp packets! Here’s a guide to library-friendly quiet snacks.

Headphones. Sometimes, even the library can be a bit noisy. Whether you’d prefer silence or some light music, having headphones can help you out.

Study essentials. Don’t depend on the library having copies of your required textbook, so bring your own from home, alongside essentials like pens & paper!

Making the most of the library

Don’t sit on the ground floor. It’s the loudest and busiest, and the place where you’re most likely to run into friends or get distracted, so avoid it off the bat. Similarly, stay away from high traffic areas like the loos, printers, and cafe.

Use the resources available! The library offers so much more than books: research databases, primary sources, librarians, and even audio resources if you’re a languages student like me. Make the most of all that’s on offer!

Get there early. Especially in exam season, the library fills up pretty fast and that can prevent you from sitting where you would usually. If you want a prime spot, your best bet is to get there when the library opens.

Try booking a study room. They can be great for working on group projects or if you want to snag a one person room and work with even fewer distractions.

Remember that the library doesn’t guarantee productivity. You still need to be prepared and focused, regardless of the location! Try and ditch the rest of the day’s worries at the door and just concentrate on work.

Other tips & tricks

How To Effectively Study In A Library from The Happy Arkansan

Library Study Session Tips & Essentials from Bookish & Bright

How to have a Productive Library Study Session from Macarons & Mascara

Packing List for Studying in the Library from Life As A Dare

How to Study Efficiently and Effectively

Home vs. Library: Finding a Study Spot from Survive Law