By Clarissa Barrera
The quaratine has thrown us off our regular routine and so it may be difficult to adjust to the temporary change of lifestyle. With the switch to online learning and having to self-study, it can be stressful and time-consuming. Here is what you should do when you’re struggling with your homework:
- Contact your teachers.
Teachers may be unaware of your situation so it is best to email them or shoot them a text through remind. One text can lead to an extension. Don’t fear communicating with your teachers because they serve to help you. - Create a groupchat with your friends.
If you and a friend share a teacher or a class then it may make things easier if you all worked together. You can also talk to your friends over the phone for help or for emotional support. - Research.
Watch youtube videos and try using Khan Academy to try and deepen your understanding of a topic. Try out practice examples. - Create a workspace where you can focus.
Avoid working from your bed. Work in a quiet place and a clutterless environment. - Plan out your day.
Begin your day as you normally would. Set alarm clocks in between classes for attendance. Have breakfast before you start class and pace yourself throughout each period. - Start it as early as possible.
After completing a day’s worth of work, I continue working on the following day’s work to ease the load off my back. The work pays off! I usually get a couple free periods because I already completed the work the day before. - Take breaks.
This doesn’t mean hop onto your phone for hours. Step away from your workplace and get a snack to cool your mind off. - Listen to music.
Listening to music can help you relax a little more as you study. - Turn off your phone.
If you know that you are deeply attached to your phone then turn it off before you start your homework. - Study during your spare time.
Read textbooks or study off of educational apps to help you understand any confusing topics.
Remember: don’t put too much pressure on yourself! Your mental health comes first.
