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2007-03-12 03:47:38 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
A parent can influence a student to take classes seriously and see connections between what is done in school and how it relates to real life. Parents can ask pointed questions; instead of what did you do in school today, ask what they did in English or Math, and ask the next day if they are still on the same thing or something different. Have plenty of books around the house and go to the library. Discuss what the kid wants to be when he or she grows up so connections can be made between school and future plans. Go on educational trips to museums, plays, shows, and discuss what you see and do there. Show you respect learning by talking about great teachers you had and what you use that you learned in school; consider reading and taking courses as an adult to model the importance of learning.
2007-03-12 03:56:19 · answer #1 · answered by scrabblemaven 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well we can take myself as an example. Growing up my parents were very focused on me achieving in academics. They never pressured me but instead rewarded me for good grades and awards I received by taking me out for ice cream or giving me $10 - $20 at report card time. If at any point it appeared I was struggling, they would offer to help me with homework. It was lousy when I was a kid because we always had to do our homework when we got home from school but I know I would not have developed the good study habits I needed in college if my parents had not pushed me to do so. They helped me graduate with a 3.9 GPA in college.
On the flip side, my best friend's parents really could have cared less about her academics. They never really pushed at a young age to achieve, instead they were happy she passed. In high school and college she resented her parents for not teaching her a good work ethic when it came to school. They never made her do homework or study so as an adult she had a hard time managing her time between sports and academics and often it was her academics that failed. So I say cheer your kids on and reward them for good grades. If they are doing poorly in something, don't degrade them, instead offer your help so that they can succeed, Lastly, don't pressure, it can really wreak havoc on your child and they would be getting good grades for you and not themselves.
2007-03-12 11:02:52 · answer #2 · answered by Rebekah B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best students don't study in their bedrooms where, of course, they don't study. They study at the kitchen table.
2007-03-12 10:58:09 · answer #3 · answered by The Bird 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋