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It is the begining of the new school year, and changes are happening within the schools and Sylvan Learning of Woodridge as well. |
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Laying The Foundation For A Successful School Year
Every student has different aptitudes and style for learning. There is nothing more frustrating than spending a day "studying" only to find that you've accomplished very little. To be effective during the time you study requires focused study habits. And building a study- skills foundation is an ongoing pursuit.
The most common problems that keep students from studying effectively are in a few key areas, including knowing how to approach information, comprehension, test-taking methods and personal learning styles. Parents can help children overcome obstacles with a few critical steps.
Partnership for Success
Very often parents will keep telling their children to improve their grades without pinpointing a child's area for improvement. Communicate with your child and identify the changes that need to be made to bring the grades up and improve learning. Let them take responsibility for their learning success.Very often a child may not be aware of the skills that need work. As a parent you can partner with your child in identifyoling areas that need improvement and work together to improve upon them.
Time and Place is Critical
The setting and time for studying can affect a child's productivity. Some are more alert in the morning, others in the evening. One child may work well at a desk with quiet music in the background while another functions better spread out across the floor in complete silence. Parents can assist in recognizing when a student works best and create a schedule around that sweet spot.
The Ultimate Objective
When it's time to hit the books, parents can lead their children to critically break down the information or assignment before it breaks down the students' self-esteem. Discuss why he or she
is reading a particular chapter or working on a specific
assignment? What kind of questions will be answered? What kind of test might be given about this material? Take the time to explain the purpose of going through this process of learning and how this study method will help them succeed.
Celebrate Acheivements
Don't wait until your child brings home an A to celebrate. Show him or her that you are confident in his or her abilities, and reward the little things. Reinforce not just the excellence but also improvements and progress. These are all signs of a strong study skills foundation, one step at a time.
One on One
Individual instruction can develop strong study skills, particularly if your child needs increased attention. maintain regular communication with your child's teacher because most teachers will know whether your child has an unsderlying problem with study habits.
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Sylvan delivers more than tutoring
First we build a connection - and then we build confidence! Students will study when they have a goal - to pass a test, to finish a homework assignment - but they'll truly learn when they're engaged. That's why we designed SylvanSync™, to connect with your child in a way that is meaningful, sparking an interest in learning that will build knowledge and confidence.
What is included when you partner with Sylvan of Woodridge?
- Dedicated and Certified teachers, who will motivate and inspire your student
- A personal learning plan specific to your child's needs
- Digital lessons that come alive, using the intuitive IPadŽLessons that adapt to your child's skill level and pace
- mySylvan™, your personal Sylvan website with up-to-date progress tracking and educational activities and resources*
We are going live with SylvanSync on Monday the 20th of August. Come join as the new school year, and the next generation of Sylvan Learning begins.
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*mySylvan is not yet available in all locations. iPadŽ is a trademark of Apple, Inc., which does not sponsor SylvanSync services. SylvanSync instruction is currently available in math and reading. | |
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Now is the time to sign up for our Second FREE ACT practice test, on October 6th, in Partnership with Woodridge Public Library. Sign up early as our first event in August, was overbooked, so save yourself a space. You can call the labrary, and ask for Beth, or call, or email us here at center.
Our next ACT prep class begins August 21st, and there are 2 spots left, to prepare for the October 27th ACT test.
Sincerely,
Fred Ganet
Executive Director
Sylvan Learning of Woodridge |
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