Many students are less enthusiastic about doing homework and prefer to procrastinate. What's the point of getting it done now if you can still watch the next episode of your favorite TV show? The cause of this problem is not necessarily caused by a reluctance to do homework because you have been trying to find this article. Usually, you just need to motivate yourself to break the habit of procrastinating and get to work. The teacher gives homework to help you deepen the material that has been taught and feel the benefits in the future.
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Step 1. Prepare for free time after school
Make the most of your time at school by doing as much homework as possible, such as taking a break after lunch or waiting for the next class. The more homework is done at school, the less there is to do at home. Don't wait until the last second. If you have a difficult assignment, you can get help while you're still at school. Ask the teacher when he is not teaching. Teachers are always ready to guide and help you.
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Prioritize the most difficult homework so you can do the best you can. If there are questions that you can't answer, try to work on them by constantly thinking about the question so that it settles in the subconscious mind, which is one aspect of thinking that triggers creative abilities. After answering other questions, do more difficult questions so that you don't feel burdened because the obligation to find answers has become the main task of the subconscious mind. Take the following steps so that you don't run out of time because you are hampered by difficult questions:
Do as much difficult homework as possible and then move on to other tasks. After that, do some more difficult homework and see if you can find a solution.
Even if you have to go back to work from scratch, your subconscious mind will help you find the answer by activating creative thinking skills that are inspiring, refreshing, and useful!
Step 2.
Work systematically
After quickly rereading the course material, do your homework step by step!
~Read titles, introductions, look at maps, charts, pictures, quotes, bold or italics, footnotes, and summaries of all chapters being studied to understand ideas and points of view of writing material so that ideas come up to start thinking.
~ Begin to answer each question and essay questions systematically. The trick, write the first sentence or step by thinking logically.
~ Continue by writing the second sentence/step and so on related to the first sentence/step. Writing phrases or sentences one by one makes it easier for you to complete the task.
~ If you want to answer another question, skip a few blank lines to leave room for writing.
To continue an unfinished answer, read or review the answer you have written and think about what to do next. Thus, your mind will be directed to the next sentence/step and so on.
Step 3. Set goals and reward yourself
If you hit your target and your homework is done, give yourself a small reward by doing an activity that will multiply the fun. For example: after finishing your homework, reading a book you like, chatting with friends, accessing a favorite website, or doing a hobby activity that has been pending.
Use holidays or travel plans as motivators. Every Thursday, remind yourself that the weekend will soon feel shorter once you finish your homework. Imagine a holiday before the holidays or the new year that you can fully enjoy because the homework is over
Step 4. Don't stall for time
The best way to get over the habit of procrastinating on a task is to finish it as soon as possible. Don't procrastinate on the pretext that it will be done later.
Consider this: by procrastinating, you'll be spending time thinking about tasks and getting them done. If you get straight to work, there's still time to relax
Step 5. Work smarter, not harder
A tired brain is only able to store very little information. Divide your homework into sections and take regular breaks. Set a timer that will go off every hour so you don't forget to take a 5-10 minute break by getting up from your seat, stretching, and walking somewhere else. Drink water to launch the digestive system. Eating half an apple is more beneficial than drinking sugary energy-boosting drinks.
Step 6. Think about the consequences
What will happen if you don't do your homework? Maybe you will get bad grades or disappoint the teacher. If you haven't experienced it, remember that homework helps you learn and this is what many people want. In everyday life, knowledge helps you achieve success in the future.
Step 7. Think about the benefits
What will happen if you do your homework? Maybe you will get good grades and the teacher will appreciate your efforts. You already understand the important things and are able to pave the way to a better life just by writing! Getting used to positive thinking will be very useful as a source of energy and strength so that you are always focused on work, even enjoying what you are doing!
Step 8. Find a quiet place to study
Set up a special place to study alone without a TV or other distractions. Do your homework on a hard surface, such as a desk. If you have to do your homework using a computer like a normal high school student, don't access chat programs, useless websites, etc. If you have trouble focusing or get sleepy easily, it's best if you do your homework at a library desk where a lot of people pass by. Silence helps you focus your mind and surroundings with quiet activities that keep you awake. If you have problems, take advantage of the books and information sources available in the library.
Step 9. Tidy up the desk and study area
You will find it easier to concentrate if you do your homework in a neat place. Before studying, set aside 5 minutes to clean up.
Don't be busy cleaning up as an excuse to delay studying. Focus on where you need to work and start doing your homework when you're done
Step 10. Find friends to do homework
Choose a friend who really wants to study calmly and focused. Don't study with annoying friends. Friends who support each other make you feel more comfortable when doing homework. Make sure the two of you are actually studying, not chatting.
Step 11. Determine the most suitable learning method
Everyone has their own abilities and methods for memorizing subject matter. Some people prefer to study on foot, but others prefer to listen to music while studying. Find the method that works best for you by experimenting.
Step 12. Listen to quiet music (optional) while studying
This method is not necessarily suitable for everyone. If you want to learn while listening to music, choose classical music or songs without lyrics (instrumental). If you don't like classical music, choose a quiet song you've never heard before so you don't get swayed by the lyrics.
Step 13. Do short exercises with each rest
This method helps you deal with tension, calms your mind, improves concentration, and prevents drowsiness. For example: walking indoors, stretching, star jumping, or jogging in place.
Step 14. Make a daily schedule
Running a daily routine according to a schedule makes you accustomed to doing homework. Make a daily schedule so you know what to do this week, next week, and next week. Unexpected things will happen, but at least you know what to do!
Step 15. Turn off electronic devices
So that you don't get distracted, first turn off your computer, cell phone, etc. Do not let your attention be occupied by computers or cell phones because you will have difficulty remembering the material studied and this will prolong study time. Avoid electronic devices, unless you have to use a computer for homework.
Stay away from cell phones, computers, etc. which can distract. Study in a quiet, distraction-free room. Set a timer that will go off every 30-60 minutes so you know how long you've been doing your homework and can set a study schedule
Step 16. Set priorities
Sort homework according to your ability to understand the material being studied. Start with the material that you are not good at. Complete easy tasks in less than 15 minutes. Take a break and then do another homework. For tasks that have a long deadline, do it last because you have to prioritize tasks that must be completed immediately, not because they are not important.
Step 17. Feel the success
Start homework by choosing 1-2 easy tasks and end by completing difficult tasks. You will lose enthusiasm if you immediately do a difficult homework. Research shows that many people are able to learn well because they start with easy material and then move on to difficult material. Tasks completed quickly remind you how good it is to work productively. However, some people feel more motivated to learn if they start from the most difficult material because the next task will feel lighter. Find the most suitable way for you.
Step 18. Work on simplified problems first to find ways to answer difficult questions
Many questions can be broken down into several simplified questions. This method can be used to answer math and science problems.
Step 19. What are you waiting for?
Do your PR now!!
Tips
- Don't go to bed before finishing your homework thinking: "I'll wake up early tomorrow morning to do my homework." However, it turns out that you can't get up early or are sleepy all day because you wake up too early. Some people take medication to stay awake and concentrate while studying. Although these drugs are very effective at preventing drowsiness, these illegal drugs carry adverse side effects, for example: mild depression, anxiety, insomnia, etc. Consumption of psychotropic drugs will have different effects on each person and is not an effective way to learn. Get enough sleep at night. You can only study well if your body is free from fatigue.
- Research shows that while we sleep, the brain retains memorized information just before going to sleep. So, if you have to memorize a lesson, study it just before bed. However, you can't remember 100 new words by memorizing before going to bed. Start studying during the day so you can repeat it before bed.
- If homework takes a lot of time (more than 2 hours), take a 15 minute break every hour. During your break, don't indulge in gifts or anything else that you can use as an excuse to stop doing your homework. If you have to use a computer, don't be distracted by enticing ads that lead you to access websites and delay getting your homework done. Download an ad-blocking app and try to control yourself.
- Don't get frustrated easily. If you have to do homework that is difficult and takes a lot of time, finish other tasks first. Don't let the difficulty of PR stress you out. Look for information on the internet, ask parents, ask friends for help, etc. Also, come to school early and ask the teacher to explain. Cultivate confidence! Don't feel burdened and unhappy just because of trivial things! If you really don't want to do your homework, have everything you need while studying: paper, pencil, textbook, and a cup of tea if necessary. Sit down while reading the material to be studied. After reading the first paragraph, you will be moved to write the first sentence as an answer to a question, report, or note.
- Do your homework at your desk instead of on the couch or bed. Studying in a soft place tends to make you bored quickly and maybe fall asleep. If you don't fall asleep easily, this place makes you feel comfortable and easily distracted. If you get a very difficult assignment, do the easy homework first to keep you motivated. Before doing homework, prepare notes or textbooks. Instead of answering questions your own way or guessing the solution, use notes as you go through class.
- Don't procrastinate so that it affects your daily schedule. For example, you think: "I'm going to study tonight", but after reading the schedule, you change your mind: "Later on, my favorite show has started." Take advantage of your free time to do your homework while you are at school or on your way home. Complete assignments as soon as you get home because you are still in a learning mood so it's easier to remember what you learned at school. After that, you are free from homework until the evening without having to think about lessons until tomorrow morning. Set a specific day to complete all tasks. Sunday is the best choice to take a break from homework all week until the following Sunday.
- Make a note of the work to be done and what time you started studying. When finished, record the time again. Make sure you don't waste time while studying! Do this for all the tasks so that you have data that shows that doing homework doesn't take as much time as you might think. Also note how long you rest, start and finish at what time. You will be motivated to finish homework faster because you feel monitored.
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Write a sentence that gets you motivated just before studying or taking an exam. If you have a set of motivational sentences, choose the one that is most useful to you. By reading certain motivational sentences that are most effective, you will start learning earlier and be able to control yourself. Say to yourself: “I will answer 5 more questions in 20 minutes.” If after 20 minutes you still have to study, take a break and then study again.
Say one more time to yourself, “Just 5 more questions…” and then study. You will study longer without realizing it. Do this way over and over again! Apply inspiring ways of learning, for example by creating colorful charts and diagrams to speed up homework assignments.
- Music can help you concentrate, but don't choose songs with lyrics or music with very complex melodies because you'll be thinking about the music more than your homework. Classical music or jazz is more suitable to be listened to while studying. White noise and instrumental songs are best for listening to while studying because there are no lyrics. If you want to study while listening to music, know that research shows that you will get the best test scores if the atmosphere, lighting, sounds, etc. taking the exam is the same as when you are studying. This is called state-dependent learning. This is why you should learn to use a well-lit desk instead of reading in bed to make it easier for you to remember lessons when taking exams.
- Make time for breakfast and lunch every day because food plays an important role in supporting thinking skills.
- If you're used to procrastinating, deal with it in a structured way. According to the advice above, before doing difficult homework, complete the easy homework first so that you feel able to do a good job and not be burdened by heavy work. If you have to complete a tough task, look for another heavier task, for example: having to clean the house that triggers resentment. Postpone the task so you want to do your homework. In the long run, this method is not useful because there will always be big tasks pending just so you want to do lighter tasks. For people who procrastinate very often, this method is quite effective in motivating them. Remember that you have to do what you don't like, not just the things you love! Learn to concentrate if your mind gets distracted easily!
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If there is a lesson you don't understand, write down the questions you want to ask or mark the textbook. Ask the teacher and ask for a detailed explanation. If you meet the teacher and say:
"I can't do my homework because I don't understand the material", he will have a hard time helping you because you don't explain the real problem. He will give you explanations that are either too basic or too deep to be of any use to you. This can lead to frustration for both the teacher and yourself. So, be specific about what you want to know
- If you're doing homework with friends, you're likely to be easily distracted and don't make good use of your time. Being a member of a study group is a good thing if everyone can focus.
- Do your homework while reading aloud. Read the textbook over and over again before you do your homework. That way, you don't have to look for answers by flipping through a book or using the internet as this can distract you. If you already know the keywords, you can compose your own answers. This will help you learn what you just wrote while doing your homework. Write or type all the tasks you have to do. Delete, tick, or cross out completed PRs. Also note how long it takes to complete each task so you know what homework you haven't done and how much time is still available until you finish all the tasks. This method keeps you motivated because you are able to work well and on schedule.
Warning
- If you prefer to study early (there are people who prefer to study this way), make sure you go to bed early at night. Do not go to bed late at night and then wake up early because this will have a negative effect on your body later in the day.
- Choose healthy snacks so that the brain functions properly and does not cause drowsiness.
- If you choose food to reward yourself, don't eat too much after answering 1-2 questions because you still have other tasks to do. Also, don't forget that you do this in order to complete all tasks properly.
- Don't choose a gift in the form of food because it can cause health problems and gain weight, unless you choose a healthy snack, such as a small salad or 2 biscuits, 3-4 almonds or other nuts, a small piece of meat, or a cup of tea.
