Posts Tagged: Time management

Supporting Students Through Exam Season: A Tutor’s Guide

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Exam season is often one of the most stressful times in a student’s academic journey. Deadlines, pressure to perform, and balancing multiple subjects can lead to anxiety, burnout, and disorganized study habits. As a tutor, you play a vital role not only in helping students understand content but in giving them the tools, structure, and… Read more »

Time Management Tips for Tutors to Help Students.

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Time Blindness: The ADHD brain has difficulty sensing the passage of time, leading to underestimating or overestimating how long tasks will take. Difficulty Prioritizing: Determining which task to tackle first can feel overwhelming, leading to avoidance or bouncing between multiple tasks without completing them. Trouble Transitioning Between Tasks: Shifting from one activity to another—especially from… Read more »

Time Management Tips and Tools: Tips For Parents

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Time Blindness: The ADHD brain has difficulty sensing the passage of time, leading to underestimating or overestimating how long tasks will take. Difficulty Prioritizing: Determining which task to tackle first can feel overwhelming, leading to avoidance or bouncing between multiple tasks without completing them. Trouble Transitioning Between Tasks: Shifting from one activity to another—especially from… Read more »

Agenda Use and Deadline Tracking Strategies for Students and their Families

The image features an open planner with colorful sticky notes and handwritten tasks, placed on a wooden desk. A person is holding a pen and appears to be writing or reviewing their agenda. The text overlay reads: "Agenda Use and Deadline Tracking: Tips for Parents" The background includes office supplies such as a wooden stamp, a black leather wallet, and a potted plant. The image conveys themes of organization, time management, and productivity for parents.

Disclaimer: the content of this post is for informational and educational purposes only. To seek medical advice or a diagnosis contact a licensed professional. See linked references for source information. 1. A Common Challenge: Why Students Have Trouble Keeping an Agenda and Tracking Deadlines: Students face various challenges when it comes to staying organized and… Read more »

7 Tips for Tutors: Working with a Distracted Student

Working with a distracted student: 7 tips for tutors

As a tutor, working with distracted students who struggle with focus, have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or simply need support developing stronger study skills can be challenging. The following is a list of practical tips and strategies to help students stay focused and get back on track during your time together. By implementing these… Read more »