Have you ever heard your kids ask the question when they study, “Why am I learning this, I’ll never need to do this in my life?” Of course, you have. It is likely most, if not all, people have wondered the same thing at some point in their academic career.
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Kid’s Homework Strategies for Effective Learning
Parents taking an active interest in kid’s homework are most likely able to develop their child’s effective learning, good study habits, and achieve academic success at school.
Now that the freshness of kids back to school wears off and classes for kids have already started, it’s time for parents to get down to business — that means getting involved with their kid’s school works. Kid’s homework provides a link between school and home. It aims to help your kids absorb what they learn at school and extend effective learning at home. It is one of the best ways a child can develop good study habits, a sense of responsibility, become independent learners, and create the best homework strategies.
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Active Learning in a Passive Environment
Traditionally most education involves passive learning rather than active learning. The instructor lectures, provides lecture slides, or shows a video to a class. In these examples, education is directed towards students who are expected to absorb information that is presented. Students are set up for material to wash over them, having it stick where it will.
What we have is the day in the life of a student; receive information, do the work, then take a test demonstrating what has been retained. Information is presented one way, from teacher to student. Questions are encouraged but they are often done in a full classroom where students are uncomfortable being wrong. (more…)
Prepare your Child for Back to School Success
Prepare your Child for Back to School Success
It’s that time of year again, and back to school frenzy has begun. As we shop for backpacks, clothes and supplies, we’re reminded of the importance of being prepared for the upcoming year. Stocking up on supplies is important, but parents shouldn’t overlook the need to plan for their child’s academic success.
If your child has struggled with school in the past, now is the perfect time to plan for challenges that may lie ahead.
When it comes to preparing for academic success, Sacramento area parents are fortunate to have a variety of resources available throughout the region. These expert programs will ensure success by changing your child’s attitude, building their confidence and, ultimately, developing their enthusiasm for learning: (more…)