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Back-to-School Success Begins
With the Homework Environment
We all want our
children to get good grades in school. So, how can parents
maximize their child’s chances of academic success? Start by
creating a home environment that is conducive to homework and
learning. Sylvan Learning Center created these tips to help
parents maximize the time their children spend on homework
assignments.
1. Set Goals. Help your child set attainable goals for each
class and help her identify what will need to be done to reach
each goal. For example, to get an A in American History she will
need to: turn in all her homework, participate in class, etc.
2. Know Your Child. There are visual (seeing), auditory
(hearing), and haptic (doing) learners. If you help your child
work in his style, he will work more effectively.
3. Create a Homework Zone. Set up an area in your home for
studying, complete with a dictionary, paper and pens. Make sure
the area is free from potential distractions and that study tools
are at your child’s fingertips to keep him focused on homework.
4. Develop Class Files. Develop a color-coded file for each
of your child’s classes. Make separate tabs for homework
assignments, exams and projects so your child can refer back to
class materials when studying for comprehensive tests.
5. Set Weekly Milestones. For big projects or exams, get a
large calendar for your child’s desk area and help him set short
timelines to ensure projects and studying aren’t left until the
night before. Celebrate with your child when each milestone is
met.
Tips provided courtesy of Sylvan Learning Center. For more
visit
www.educate.com/info. |
