by Gretchen | Jun 3, 2014 | Academic Coaching, Study Skills
Did you miss the webinar last weekend? I was sharing my “anti-boring” method for talking to teens about studying … in a way that raises grades, eliminates nagging and boosts self-confidence. More than 100 concerned parents tuned in, and a few teens...
by Gretchen | Dec 12, 2013 | Academic Coaching, Study Skills
I usually come home from my midday walks with major insights. Today I was strolling along, and suddenly realized a major mistake in the way I have been talking to my clients about studying. The truth is, studying is hard work. When we study, we are doing something...
by Gretchen | Dec 10, 2012 | Academic Coaching, Study Skills
Finals are just around the corner! What a great time to revisit a study I read recently that announced a sure-fire way to study for tests: reorganize information in your own way. Over the years as an academic coach, I’ve been helping students practice their own...
by Gretchen | Dec 3, 2012 | Academic Coaching, Study Skills
The first wave of final exams are upon us, which means (drum roll, please!) it’s time to map out the final exam study schedule. This is easier said than done. I’m saddened that most teachers seem to pass out final exam review information *only* a week...
by Gretchen | Nov 26, 2012 | Academic Coaching, Study Skills
Happy belated Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope all you students got some much needed R&R. I’m taking this week off of blogging. However, for those of you who find yourself stuck with some homework, I recommend trying this person’s funny study incentive....
by Gretchen | Oct 8, 2012 | Academic Coaching, Study Skills
Doing poorly on a test is not a failure: it’s a powerful learning opportunity! Students can learn so much by taking a close look at what they did well on tests — and where they went wrong. I love Cal Newport’s three pieces of advice for how to do a...
