• Have a designated space in your house for school so you can keep everything organized in one place.

• Take regular breaks. Your eyes need a break from the screen regularly.

• Set up and follow a regular schedule.

• Stay organized - see more information below.

• Contact your teachers right away if you have questions or trouble understanding. They are here to help you and want you to succeed!

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Set the Mood

Create a good study area with everything you need

Know where to begin

Make a list of everything you need to do, and note all deadlines. Do the more difficult assignments first so you don't have to face them at the end when you are tired.

Study at the Same Time Every Day

Even if you don't have homework every night, use the time to review notes. If sitting down to work is part of your normal routine, you'll approach it with less dread. In addition, you will build time management skills you can use for a lifetime!

Keep Things in Perspective

Know how much weight each assignment or test carries, and use your time accordingly

Get More Involved

Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes, underlining sections, discussing topics with others or relating your homework to something you are studying in another class.

Organize the Information

People process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information, others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you're having difficulty.

We recommend keeping your Google Drive organized using folders for each class, just like you would in your backpack!

You might want to keep an online "planner" to keep track of assignments:

• This E-Learning Accountability Tracker will at least help make sure you are logging into your class everyday and completing the bare minimum.

• Here is another version E-Learning Daily Planner.

• You can make a copy of these tools and then edit to fit your needs!

Take Advantage of Any Free Time

Use extra time to review notes, prepare for an upcoming class or start your homework.

Study with a Friend

Get together with friends and classmates to quiz each other, compare notes and predict test questions. Consider creating or joining a study group.

Communicate

If you have concerns about the amount or type of homework you have, you may want to talk to your family, teachers or counselor. They can help you understand how much time you need to allot for homework and how to manage your tasks.

Celebrate Your Achievements

Reward yourself for hitting milestones or doing something well.

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