take control of homework

Take control of homework

Although very few students love homework, it does serve a purpose. Homework helps you:

. Reinforce what you’ve learned during the day.

. Build study habits that are essential in college.

. Get a sense of progress.

Here are some tips to help you deal with homework more efficiently and effectively.

SET THE MOOD

Create a good study area with everything you need(for example a calculator) if you don’t have a quiet place at home, try your school or local library.

KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN

Make a list of everything you need to do, and note all deadlines. Do more difficult assignments first, so you don’t have to face them at the end.

STUDY AT THE SAME TIME EVERY DAY

Even if you don’t have homework every night, use the time to review notes. If sitting down to work is part of your normal routine, you’ll approach it with less dread. Also, you’ll become a pro at using time productively.

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Note-taking strategies Part 2

Note-taking strategies

Part 2

During class

One approach that has proven effective is called the Cornell note-taking system. Here are of its methods.

Start by using the main section of your page to take down your notes during class, be sure to leave space on the left of the page and the bottom. Things to keep in mind:

1. Get speaker’s main point. Don’t write every word you hear.

2. Leave blanks in your notes to add explanations later.

3. Organize as you write. Pay attention to cues such as repetition and emphasis.

4. Indicate main and supporting points as you go.

5. Jot down key vocabulary, important facts and formulas.

6. Ask questions. If you’re confused, it’s better to ask while the material is fresh in your mind,

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student success statement

Student success statement

“When you believe you can-you can.”

Dr. Maxwell Maltz

Reflection: this reflection was about believing in yourself. If you do not believe in yourself you will never accomplishment anything.

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Note-Taking Strategies

Part 1

How to Get Your Class Notes into Shape

Getting the most out of high school and college means studying hard and using your time in class wisely. An effective note-taking strategy can help you both. Here are the basics.

Stay Organized

It may seem obvious, but your class notes can only help you if you can find them. When you’re taking notes to be sure to:

·       Keep all your notes in one place.

·       Date and number pages; keeping them in order makes it easier to understand them later.

Before Class

Review the materials assigned for that class period thoroughly. Bring a list of any questions you may have.

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Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 4 of 4

Emphasis on the Written Word

Most of the communication, as well as the course work, in distance-learning classes is written. That’s a plus, because the focus on the written word gives you the opportunity to develop as a writer—and strong writing skills are essential to academic success. However, if writing is a serious weakness for you, virtual learning may not be the best educational option until you improve your skills. Yes most of the distance education is the written word; therefore, you need to be a good reader, love to read, and love writing also. Most of your assignments will be written and submitted to the instructor in the written format. Your penmanship needs to be excellent, spelling great, sentence structure above average, vocabulary extraordinary. You need to have online access with reliable equipment. If your Internet communications at home isn't working, you can't do online education from home and will need to go to someplace where you do have internet access.

Decide Whether It’s Right for You

Distance education isn't for everyone, but it just might be for you. You really should seek it out and give it a try. You never know until you try. You might even fall in love with distance education. While distance education may be the perfect alternative for some students, it’s not the right choice for everyone. So carefully consider your unique needs and interests and give distance education a try; then, decide if it is right for you.

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Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 3

Challenging Aspects of Distance Education

·       Lack of in-person interaction: Some educators argue that both teacher-student and student-student contact are essential to learning. In a distance-learning classroom, you may be able to participate in class discussions online in chat rooms, message boards or Web conferences—but it’s not the same as being with other students in a classroom.

·       Different levels of quality: Many distance-education programs supply an excellent learning experience, but others may not.

Research any program before signing on to make sure it’s rigorous enough. If you are choosing your own program, look into its accreditation before enrolling.

·       The need to self-start: Distance education lets you make your schedules. If you have a hard time getting motivated, this might not be the ideal educational setting for you.

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student success statement

Student success statement

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Reflection: this reflection was about how people act about stuff they had in the past, present, and future.

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