I really procrastinated on a paper that was due last night. I was trying to think about why. The reason is not because I find the assignment difficult or challenging, but because I was not interested in writing on this particular topic. It was a too broad in my opinion, and I did not feel like I had enough resources to write this paper. This is ironic considering I am studying to be a librarian, and though I am familiar enough with how to find the information I need, this particular topic was SO broad that I had trouble pinpointing one or two key ideas on which to base my paper.
Reasons I procrastinate include:
- Topic is too broad and I have trouble narrowing it down.
- Not have enough information to make convincing arguments.
- No interest in the subject I'm writing about.
- Not understanding the contextual value of assignments-- if an assignment seems like busywork, then I'll just avoid doing it.
Some of these reasons do correspond to an
article I read about why students procrastinate. I don't know why I'm so unmotivated in this particular class, but it borders on resistance. I am not an "engaged student" in this class.
However, the paper is now finished, and I can move on. I will gladly receive the "C" I deserve and continue on to enjoy the weekend.
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