Use study groups to help your teenager succeed
Working with peers is often a great way to motivate teenagers to learn. They feel more confident among their peers and are able to support each other’s weaker areas.
A study group can help your teenager learn more about the importance of teamwork. This skill is important at all stages of life.
Here are some suggestions for setting up study groups:
- Determine what the group wants to accomplish. Set out specific goals to focus on, like a subject or a class project.
- Have your teenager come up with a list of students who may be interested in the group.
- Find a place for everyone to meet. You might suggest the school library or your house for the first meeting.
- Have a list of goals for every meeting. One strategy is focusing meetings around upcoming events, such as assignments or tests. The group can discuss a list of questions relating to the topic during that meeting.
- Don’t let one or two people dominate the group. Spread out responsibilities. Make sure someone co-ordinates where meetings will be held and lets everyone know.
- Keep focused on the group’s goals. Make sure the meetings are enjoyable, but don’t stray from the main goal of helping the students learn.
