Although load shedding may throw a spanner in the works, there are still plenty of ways to complete your studies when the lights go out. Here, the team at FundiConnect reveals 3 ways for students to study effectively during load shedding.

With load shedding stages at an all-time high, many South African students are wondering how to keep up with their studies without electricity. Luckily, there are ways to navigate load shedding and still study for tests and exams. 

Whether you’re a high school learner studying for exams or a student trying to complete your thesis, these 3 methods for studying effectively during load shedding will help you achieve your academic goals.

1. Download a Load Shedding App

Load shedding apps like EskomSePush help you keep track of the load shedding schedule, meaning you’ll know exactly when you’ll be in the dark.

Knowing when load shedding is set to strike will allow you to prepare and potentially avoid studying by candlelight. You’ll essentially be able to create your study timetable around the load shedding schedule and make backup plans for when there’s no electricity.

For example, if you know you have an assignment due, and stage 6 load shedding is in place, you can go to a coffee shop with Wi-Fi to complete your work without having to stress about power.

2. Make Use of Helpful Gadgets During Load Shedding

Making use of helpful electronic gadgets is a surefire way to beat load shedding and help you study effectively when there’s no electricity. 

Now, you may be wondering, which gadgets should you be using during load shedding? Let’s take a look:

• Power banks: A good power bank will allow you to keep your smartphone and tablet charged during a power out. Charging your electronic devices will allow you to keep track of time and work on any tasks or assignments throughout any stage of load shedding.
• Rechargeable lights: Rechargeable lights are a great way to keep the room lit while your skimming over your notes before a big test or exam.
• External hard drives: Make losing documents a thing of the past and be sure to save all your important tasks, assignments, projects and essays on your external hard drive.

3. Form Study Groups During Load Shedding

A great way to study during load shedding is to form a study group with some friends. Not only will you be able to beat the load shedding schedule by going to someone else’s house, but you’ll also reap the benefits that study groups have to offer.

Some additional benefits of forming a study group during load shedding are:

You can use your friend’s electricity during load shedding and do research for your studies together.Study groups help you retain information better as you’re able to discuss the topics at hand and share ideas with one another Forming a study group will keep you and your friends accountable as you’ll notice if someone isn’t putting in the same effort or attending the study groups.

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