Procrastination is delaying a set of tasks against our better judgement. A habit of procrastinating can be detrimental to studies. Parents watch in concern as their child expresses stress and anxiety for the upcoming day, knowing that this could have been avoided, hoping for a better next time. We have all experienced the burdensome aftermath …
We have all experienced the “flow” state where productivity levels are high, and you feel inspired to conquer things on your to-do list. When you easily block out distraction, you are in the focused mode! Of course, we would choose to stay in this focused state forever if it were possible. We now know that …
At the core of our work with students, we promote efficiency through simple, but effective tips to develop habits that lead to success. By evaluating study habits, productivity can soar to a new level. Often students will proudly state how many times they have read a chapter or review sheet. When test results do not …
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A large portion of classroom time is spent in lecture making note-taking a fundamental part of learning. So, how should notes be used? Successful notes from the lecture are used to for further note-taking later, reference material for assignments, and preparing for exams. As one synthesizes new information in the form of note-taking, it should …
Sometimes summer days can feel long and blur together, but what is the secret to an unforgettable summer? Perhaps, it is the same as a memorable life. At SAOTG, we hold routines and organization to a high standard and advocate for students to create structure. We help students consider their habits because small daily habits …
Teenagers are experiencing many “firsts” in life. Parents may notice their child has become more interested in time with friends, staying up later, or testing limits. Understanding the inner-workings of the brain allows us to structure our responses to support students. Most of our decisions are made in the limbic region, the emotional region of …
Students spend anywhere from 15,000 hours or more in the classroom by the time they graduate high school. Adolescents are fueled by understanding the social structures around them and capitalizing on peer support, which many teachers add into their learning curriculums. The absence of meeting friends after school, teachers directly pouring into them, unifying sports, …
Not long ago, researchers believed that the only time of increased brain plasticity was between infancy and early childhood. However, we now know that the second period of brain plasticity occurs during adolescence as puberty begins, which means the brain is becoming more efficient and adaptable in preparation for adulthood. With a rapid change in …
Our “normal” has shifted gears in the past few weeks. With most of our time spent indoors, we are finding a balance of home maintenance, work, study, and play. At one point, our structure came from outside sources – school hours, office hours, exercise class schedules. Today, we are establishing new routines and creating at-home …
1. Establish routinesStart each day at the same time, even if it is later than the typical school day would start. Create a relaxed morning environment. Complete with breakfast. Set expectations for how the day will be spent, whether it is relaxation or study. Of course, things will come up. However, normal bedtime routines are …
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