Learning new skills can open doors to better jobs, new opportunities, or simply help you build more confidence in your abilities. But none of that happens if you can’t stick with it. Between busy workdays, home responsibilities, and distractions that pile up, staying consistent is often the hardest part. That’s where reminders come in.
Whether it’s through a mobile app or your Google Calendar, these little notifications pack a mighty punch because they help you manage your time and build a routine that’s easy to stick to. When it comes to learning new skills, reminders can be the difference between ‘I started a course once’ and ‘I smashed it!’
At Alison, we understand that consistency is key to thriving in your studies and reaping great rewards. This is why we have built a simple yet effective tool into your Dashboard: Study Reminders. Setting a Study Reminder while learning on Alison will help you stay committed and motivated, empowering you to complete your courses and reach your learning goals.
Why Do Study Reminders Matter
So why do reminders matter? And how can they make a difference? Let’s break it down. Study reminders:
- Reduce mental clutter: It is exhausting trying to remember everything that needs to be done. Setting a reminder lightens your mental load, allowing you to focus on learning.
- Grow consistency: Repetition and routine are key to successful learning. Reminders help create a regular study schedule, which makes it easier to build and maintain a habit over time.
- Improve time management: Study reminders help you block out dedicated time, so you can stay on top of your learning and everything else.
- Support goal achievement: If you set reminders and regularly check in on your progress, you are more likely to achieve your goals.
The Power of Alison’s Study Reminders
Our Study Reminder builds on these benefits, offering a simple yet effective way to make online learning more manageable. This is why it is such a valuable part of your learning journey:
- Puts you in control: You choose when and how often you want to be reminded to study based on your availability. This makes it easy to fit your learning around your lifestyle, whether you’re a full-time worker, a stay-at-home parent, or someone studying in the evenings.
- Boosts motivation: Sometimes all you need is a gentle reminder that it’s time to study. This can take the pressure off last-minute learning and gives you a better advantage.
- Helps you finish what you’ve started: It’s no secret that many people begin courses with enthusiasm and zeal, but somewhere midway, they battle to finish. Our Study Reminders are designed to gently bring you back to your learning space, making it easier to stay on track and finish what you’ve started.
- Supports better retention: Consistent study sessions help reinforce information, allowing your mind to absorb and retain knowledge more effectively.
- Encourages accountability: Setting a reminder to study is like making a promise to your future self. It encourages a sense of responsibility and keeps you focused on your long-term learning goals. When you see that reminder pop up on your screen, you’ll remember why you set it in the first place.
How to Set Up Your Study Reminder on Alison
Getting started is easy and takes just a few seconds. Here’s how to set up your personalised Study Reminder:
- Log in to your Alison account via desktop or the Alison App.
- Go to your Dashboard.
- Scroll down to the “Set A Weekly Reminder” widget
- Choose how often you want to learn a week. Then set the time and date that work well for you and your lifestyle.
- Click the “Set Study Reminder” button.
Study Smarter, Not Just Harder
Learning online gives you freedom and flexibility to learn at your own pace, but it also demands discipline. Alison’s Study Reminders help bridge the gap between your intention to learn and reaching your goals. By keeping your learning front of mind and making it part of your daily or weekly routine, you’ll find it easier to stay committed, motivated, and on the right track.
Whether you want to earn a new Certificate, change your career, or simply add to your knowledge, every study session counts. We will help you make the most of your time and turn your learning goals into real achievements.
