A student can come up with a million excuses for why they haven't started studying. Television, video games, and lack of motivation are all culprits. Persuading kids and teens to study can be difficult, especially if they are not in the mood.
Something that many parents overlook is the environment in which they study. A teen may have every intention of studying, but the TV, computer, internet, and daily family traffic can distract them from fulfilling their objective. Even something as simple as the lighting in a room can dissuade kids and teens from 'hitting the books'. Many times, these choices are not on purpose; they are subconscious signals that the brain picks up that tells kids that there may be better things to do elsewhere.
Physical environment has a massive impact on a teen's study habits. A cluttered desk can often be dismissed because there is no room for them to spread out. The remaining options are usually places with less than ideal conditions for concentration: TV rooms, dens, and busy kitchens.
How can you help motivate a teen to study? The first step is to provide a calm, studious environment. Help your teen choose a place in the house away from family activity and distractions. It should be somewhere they are comfortable studying and spreading out their schoolwork. If it is necessary to choose a den or TV room, draw back the curtains and let in as much light as possible. A bright room will keep a student alert and focused.
It is also important that the space used for studying is free of clutter and neatly organized. Many kids and teens keep their rooms as tidy as they feel necessary, and unfortunately that is not always organized enough for a study session. Keeping papers, books, pens, and notes readily accessible will aid students in the studying process.
SuperCamp, a leading academic summer camp that teaches learning skills to kids and teens, also teaches that personalizing the space with positive affirmations will help remind kids that they are capable of anything they set their mind to. Sign-making is an activity you can do with your kids that will both energize them and renew their motivation. Include encouraging messages like, "Everything I do deserves my best effort", "I can learn this", and "I believe in myself" to give them an extra boost in confidence.
Make studying a joint effort with your kids. Help them clear out the space designated for studying daily, and collaborate with them on the best ways to accomplish their goals. Experiment with music. Baroque music especially has been known to help the brain focus and access it's most resourceful learning state. Regardless of the methods used, allow your kids to see that you have a vested interest in their academic career.
Students in control of their own successful learning experience will be students motivated to study and achieve. Providing the necessary tools for their success can enhance their study habits and set them up for future success. Positive learning environments can make a difference in every student's life!
Something that many parents overlook is the environment in which they study. A teen may have every intention of studying, but the TV, computer, internet, and daily family traffic can distract them from fulfilling their objective. Even something as simple as the lighting in a room can dissuade kids and teens from 'hitting the books'. Many times, these choices are not on purpose; they are subconscious signals that the brain picks up that tells kids that there may be better things to do elsewhere.
Physical environment has a massive impact on a teen's study habits. A cluttered desk can often be dismissed because there is no room for them to spread out. The remaining options are usually places with less than ideal conditions for concentration: TV rooms, dens, and busy kitchens.
How can you help motivate a teen to study? The first step is to provide a calm, studious environment. Help your teen choose a place in the house away from family activity and distractions. It should be somewhere they are comfortable studying and spreading out their schoolwork. If it is necessary to choose a den or TV room, draw back the curtains and let in as much light as possible. A bright room will keep a student alert and focused.
It is also important that the space used for studying is free of clutter and neatly organized. Many kids and teens keep their rooms as tidy as they feel necessary, and unfortunately that is not always organized enough for a study session. Keeping papers, books, pens, and notes readily accessible will aid students in the studying process.
SuperCamp, a leading academic summer camp that teaches learning skills to kids and teens, also teaches that personalizing the space with positive affirmations will help remind kids that they are capable of anything they set their mind to. Sign-making is an activity you can do with your kids that will both energize them and renew their motivation. Include encouraging messages like, "Everything I do deserves my best effort", "I can learn this", and "I believe in myself" to give them an extra boost in confidence.
Make studying a joint effort with your kids. Help them clear out the space designated for studying daily, and collaborate with them on the best ways to accomplish their goals. Experiment with music. Baroque music especially has been known to help the brain focus and access it's most resourceful learning state. Regardless of the methods used, allow your kids to see that you have a vested interest in their academic career.
Students in control of their own successful learning experience will be students motivated to study and achieve. Providing the necessary tools for their success can enhance their study habits and set them up for future success. Positive learning environments can make a difference in every student's life!
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