This plan focuses on improving class preparation and time management by setting specific benchmarks and offering actionable suggestions. By maintaining a high assignment submission rate and class attendance rate, students can ensure consistent progress and engagement. For instance, tools like reminders and calendars can streamline task management. Similarly, metrics like study time management and class participation rate underscore the importance of active learning and personal discipline, ensuring a rounded educational experience.
Top 5 metrics for Class Preparation and Time Management
1. Assignment Submission Rate
Percentage of assignments submitted on or before the due date
What good looks like for this metric: 90% or higher
How to improve this metric:- Create a detailed assignment schedule
- Set reminders for deadlines
- Break tasks into smaller parts
- Review submissions weekly
- Reward timely submissions
2. Class Attendance Rate
Percentage of classes attended over a set period
What good looks like for this metric: 95% or higher
How to improve this metric:- Establish a consistent sleep routine
- Use a calendar for classes
- Prepare materials the night before
- Arrange a study group
- Celebrate high attendance weeks
3. Study Time Management
Average hours spent studying each week
What good looks like for this metric: 10 hours per week
How to improve this metric:- Create a weekly study plan
- Use time blocking techniques
- Limit distractions during study time
- Set clear study goals
- Track study time and reward improvements
4. Class Participation Rate
Frequency of participating in class discussions or activities
What good looks like for this metric: Participate in 75% of classes
How to improve this metric:- Prepare questions before class
- Engage actively in discussions
- Connect participation with learning goals
- Ask for feedback on participation
- Recognise participation achievements
5. Task Completion Rate
Percentage of study or preparation tasks completed as planned each week
What good looks like for this metric: 85% task completion
How to improve this metric:- Prioritise tasks with a to-do list
- Set short-term goals for each week
- Use productivity tools and apps
- Reflect on uncompleted tasks
- Reward weeks with high completion rates
How to track Class Preparation and Time Management metrics
It's one thing to have a plan, it's another to stick to it. We hope that the examples above will help you get started with your own strategy, but we also know that it's easy to get lost in the day-to-day effort.
That's why we built Tability: to help you track your progress, keep your team aligned, and make sure you're always moving in the right direction.

Give it a try and see how it can help you bring accountability to your metrics.