Homework Headaches
Published on Nov 18, 2015
Managing Homework Headaches
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Homework Problems
- Organization Issues
- Attention Issues
- Content Mastery Problems
- Motivation Issues
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Organization
- Write down assignments - or take a picture
- Plan when to complete assignments (not just when they are due)
- Make it easy to keep papers (notes, tests, etc...)
- Develop a routine and stick to it
- Enlist the help of a organization coach
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Attention & Distractions
- Organize your work space
- Use a timer - 30 mins on and 15 mins off
- Set goals
- Use headphones
- Put your phone away (or on Do Not Disturb)
- Use positive self talk to encourage yourself
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Content Mastery Problems
- Get Help!
- At school - teacher, an older student, or a friend
- Join a study group
- Online - Kahn Academy or Hippocampus
- Find a tutor
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Motivation & Incentives
- Make a homework plan WITH your child
- Include consequences and rewards
- Address specific problems
- Build in choices
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If you are determined to learn, no one can stop you.
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Best Practices in Studying
- Quiz yourself
- Work in small chunks
- Paraphrase
- Say it out loud
- Draw connections between topics
- Work when relaxed and well rested
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Apps and Tech Aids
- Dictation software (Dragon)
- Study Aids (Study Blue or Quizlet)
- Calendars (My Homework or iStudiez Pro)
- Content Organizers (Evernote)
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