Homework Resources

Note-taking is one of the most important skills for students to learn. Better note-taking skills lead to better studying skills. The two go hand-in-hand.  There are so many reasons why note-taking skills are important, but the biggest one is that taking notes helps students recall information that otherwise may have been lost.  Taking notes isn’t […]

Ask any student what they think about group projects and they will tell you one of three things (or all three): I end up doing it all myself. Nobody knows how to start. Group projects are the worst! Ideally, working together on a group project teaches students about teamwork and staying accountable for their work. […]

Many factors can influence student motivation; whether it is distractions or tiredness, comprehension or procrastination, all students struggle with finding motivation at one time or another. Two main types of student motivation can play a role in learning and education: intrinsic motivation and external motivation. Two Types of Student Motivation: Intrinsic motivation is an internal […]

Getting a failing mark in a test can be a tough lesson for students, especially when students studied hard and tried their best.  But while getting a failing mark on a test or a project can be a blow to a child’s self-esteem and confidence, in the overall learning process, failing a test or a […]

For students, the ability to reduce homework distractions is not always easy. Many parents wonder how to help a child who can’t seem to concentrate on his or her school assignments. Many kids see homework as tedious or boring, so it’s easy to understand why they often become off-task. How can parents help to reduce […]