Take Control of Homework So it doesn't control you part 1

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn’t Control You

Part 1

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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.

·       Prepare for classes for your classes.

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 the 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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Distance Education Part 3

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for you

Part 3

Challenging Aspects of Distance Education

·       Lack of in-person interaction: some educators argue the 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.

·       Difference levels of quality: Many distance – education programs supply an excellent learning experiences, but the 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 own schedules. If you have hard time getting motivated, this might no to be the ideal education al setting for you.

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Balancing High school and Part time Work

Balancing High school and Part time Work

Part 5

Additional Tips

Although working and going to school is challenging, it can be a rewarding experience if you use some foresight. These tips can help you handle the situation and make the most of your time:

·       Discuss your plans with your family. Balancing the demands of school and work is easier with their support.

·       Start slowly; don’t commit to working a lot of hours immediately.

·       Avoid time conflicts by planning you class and work schedules as far ahead of time as possible.

·       Use your time efficiently. You can use 10 minutes waiting in a line to go over a few pages of assigned reading. if your job has a lot of downtime and your boss has no objection, you can yse slow periods to do schoolwork.

·       If you commute to your job on public transportation, bring your schoolwork with you so you can work along the way.

·       Be flexible and willing to make sacrifices. You may have to cut down on some other things you’d like to do because of your school and work commitments.

·       If you have too much on your plate, admit it. Then cut back as needed.

·       Schedule relaxation time. Everyone needs some downtime to stay happy and healthy.

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Balancing High School and Part-Time work Part 4

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 4

He reminds students that “the activities and courses students choose very considerably, so it’s important for young people to keep their individual situations clearly in mind. “MacGowan  continues, “ For example, student actors should allow for the fact that they won’t have as much time during performance seasons. Students athletes need to remember the times of the year that they’ll be tied up with games and practices. Other students who are in classes that make considerable demands outside of the classroom must keep that reality.

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Balancing High School and Part-Time Work Part 3

Balancing High School and Part- Time Work

Part 3

Brad MacGowan, of the Career Center at Newton North High School in Massachusetts, thinks that working can be a valuable part of a student’s life, if taken on responsibly. “You can devive a great deal from working, considerably more than just money,” he says. “In most Cases, you can aquire a nice dose of discipline and a whole new set of skills and experiences. “ In addition, your superviser may be willing to write a strong college recommendation for you.

School Comes First

Schoolwork, including homework and studying for tests, should always be your top priority. Macgowan cautions students who do decide to work, “ If you are rushing your assignments … or not studying enough for tests because of work, it’s time to cut back or quit and find a less time-consuming job.”

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Balancing High School And Part-Time Work Part 1

Balancing High School And Part-Time work

Part 1

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like many high school students, you may want—or need –to work part time. Working takes a lot of time and energy, though, so before getting a job, make sure that you think about your ability to handle both work and your educational education.

Important considerations

You have to weigh a number of factors when deciding whether to take on a part time job. It’s important to get as much information as possible, so you can figure out what choice makes the most sense for you.

Schedule a meeting with your school counselor to discuss the idea of working. Talk to your counselor about why you want to work and what type of position you’re seeking.

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Selecting your courses

Selecting Your Courses

Part 6

Success in AP can also help you in other ways. AP helps you learn stand out in the admission process and offers the opportunities to learn from some of the most inspiring teachers in the world. Learn more about the AP Program.

For More Help in Choosing Courses

Use the College Search to look up a specific college’s academic requirements to be sure you are on track to attend the college of your choice.

If you have concerns about your class schedule or progress in school, set up a meeting with your school counselor, teacher and adviser. There are many recourses to help you with this process and with achieving your personal, goal, college and career goals. Without goals, you meander all sorts of directions. Goals give your purpose, direction, enthusiasm, and for that which you really desire. Define your goals deliberately, evaluate your goals to achieve your goals, and continue to make changes as necessary, work hard to achieve your goals, and continue to working hard until you actually do reach your goals.

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Selecting Your courses Part 3

Selecting Your Courses

Part 3

Science

Science teaches you to think analytically and apply theories to reality. Colleges want to see that you’ve been taken at least three years of laboratory science classes. A good combination includes two semesters of each of the following science:

-         Biology

-         Chemistry or Physics

-         Earth/Space science

More competitive schools expect you to take four years of lab science courses. You can add two semesters in one of the following subjects:

-         Chemistry or Physics (the science you didn’t already study)

-         Advanced biology

-         Advanced Chemistry

-         Advanced Physics

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