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Common Core State Standards Initiative

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The Common Core State Standards Initiative is a set of standards for kindergarten through 12th grade in the subjects of English and math that the states voluntarily adopt. 45 states including Massachusetts have signed on. The standards are designed to ensure that students graduating from high school are prepared to enter college or the workforce. They claim that the standards are “ . . . clear and concise to ensure that parents, teachers, and students have a clear understanding of the expectations in reading, writing, speaking and listening, language and mathematics in school.” It remains to be seen if this is in fact true. Tomorrow we will take a closer look at some of the changes coming soon.

Studying For Tests Part 2

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Studying For Tests Part 2

After preparing the material to study, students should quiz themselves regularly for at least a week before the test. The brain is basically like a muscle that grows stronger with use. Having students write out questions, then retrieve information and connect the dots repeatedly is more effective than passively reading or listening.

Studying For Tests Part 1

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Studying For Tests Part 1

We are asked all the time what is the best way to study for tests. New brain studies indicate the most effective way to study for a test is to write out the concept or questions with answers and examples in your own words. Check back tomorrow for how to apply this studying method.

Raising A Child Who Likes To Read

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The best strategy for raising a child who likes to read is to read to, with, and in front of your child at least 15 minutes every day. Do this until they are in middle school. Research confirms that reading daily with your child in a fun, bonding and expressive way is the most important thing you can do to have them want to read. This is because kids will associate reading with pleasure. The daily reading can be anything including books, magazines, newspapers, etc.

Parents Correcting Homework & Teachers

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In the long run, it is not helpful when parents constantly correct their child’s homework before they turn it in. Correcting your student’s homework gives teachers a false impression and ultimately hurts your child. If everyone’s homework in the class is perfect, the teacher will assume everyone gets the material and will either move on or give a test on the material. Teachers use homework to decide which students need more review, which are ready to move on, and whether the lesson was effective.

31 Life Changing Blog Posts In 31 Days Starts Tomorrow

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31 LIFE CHANGING BLOG POSTS IN 31 DAYS starts tomorrow! Learn about topics chosen by the Y3K Tutor In Your Home blog fans themselves. The marathon of posts will include study skills, parenting, homework help and many more topics. Thank you for the hundreds of topic suggestions you gave us over the past month. Enjoy.

Suicide & Adolescents

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The second leading cause of death among adolescents in the United States according to a 2012 study is suicide. Nearly 16% of adolescents in the United States reported seriously considering suicide in a 2011 study. Suicidal thinking is a symptom of depression. If you suspect your child may be suffering from depression, seek out help right away.

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