Study Skills Help for Teenagers

Many teenagers find it difficult to motivate themselves to study for exams. At SMART Education we show them how to make out a timetable for study based on their subject likes and dislikes, then we show them how to take notes and learn.

For Leaving Certificate students it helps if they have a goal, such as a course they would like to get. This keeps them focused and able to concentrate on learning. A good point to start with is filling in the CAO form, this helps them set the goal.

Guidelines to help study

• Draw up a timetable and stick to it
• Use a method that suits your learning style, such as mind maps
• Collect everything you will need in the same place, dictionaries, calculators, pens etc.
• Make sure the environment is comfortable, good lighting, heating, ventilation etc. 
• Get rid of as many distractions as possible
• Study in the same place each day

Advice for Parents

• Help the student create an environment at home that they can study
• Ask for guidance in levels, check with a careers expert to make sure that they have the correct subjects and levels for the course they want
• Reward effort
• Understand that study works best in 45 minute slots, so allow short breaks
  
• Encourage the young person to eat a healthy diet and exercise

If you feel that they are not working seek advice from the school or contact us for a Study Skills Workshop. Workshops last one hour and 20 mins.The student will leave with a study timetable and the SMART Study Method.