EFFORT
All students have the ability to succeed academically, but some fail to put
forth sufficient effort. Is that you? Do you attend every or (almost every)
class? Do you come to class prepared? Do you spend the recommended out-of-
class study time? NO? WHY NOT?
Let's be honest. Learning can be tough work. It takes effort, lots of effort.
EFFORT IS A CHOICE. Many students choose to put forth the necessary effort;
others do not. WHY? There is no mystery here. It is a matter of perceived
benefits and costs. *Students likely to put insufficient
effort: those who see little benefit in learning and those who face high
costs.
Do you value learning? Students who see little value in learning always can
find something better to do with their time than attending class or studying.
Students who see no benefit to knowledge will not be motivated to learn.
For example, teachers often insist that attendance is the single most
important key to classroom success. Many students never skip a class, yet
others skip at the drop of a hat.
Is that you? If so, what can you do to change it?
First and foremost, you must want to change!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If you are not motivated to study or attend class, identify why you are not
motivated and TALK TO YOUR COUNSELOR ABOUT IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
STUDY TIPS
1. Try to study in the same place every day.
2. Make sure there is little or no distraction in your study area.
(T. V., cell phone)
3. Take breaks every 40-60 minutes.
4. Know in what order you are going to do assignments (hardest to
easiest,
shortest to longest).
5. Be comfortable. (Clothes, fresh air)
6. Have water nearby.
7. Refer to and review notes EVERYDAY.
8. Ask for help from your teachers, counselor, friends, and parents.
9. Don't wait for the last minute.
10. Create study groups for difficult classes or when a test or project is
assigned.
