Not all pupils are successful in learning but with proper and ample encouragements, a teacher can help them develop learning patterns that they can follow to succeed in their studies. Below are listed study routines they can follow to acquire good learning habits.

1. Plan a specific time for studying. This time would consist of making home works, reviewing lessons, doing advance reading, and activities related to doing schoolwork. Be punctual and faithful to your study schedule. Set a specific time of the day and follow it. It should be the same hour of the day just like your lunch time or prayer time.
2. Never attempt to read or study a large chunk of reading at a time to avoid exhaustion. Remember that your study time should be fruitful and enjoyable. If it cause you stress, you might feel discouraged and tired which may cause you to quit prematurely.
3. Set goals for each study time. This guides you on what activities to take and helps you focus on learning objectives.
4. Begin with most difficult study tasks so you have the most intellectual energy to finish them before the easier ones.
5. Keep concentrated during your study hours. Do not attempt to do alternate tasking or multi-tasking or you would not be able to accomplish your learning goals.
6. Review your notes and what you have accomplished for your study hour.
7. Do not hesitate to ask for help for tasks you find difficulty doing. While it is important to develop self-sufficiency, you need not be discouraged when doing too hard tasks and you can also develop the ability to work with others when you ask for help.

You may plot more effective study patterns for your pupils as you see their progress. Be observant and confer with them how the study habits have helped them improve their learning.

References:

Bremer, Rod. The Manual – A guide to the Ultimate Study Method (USM). (Amazon Digital Services). Retrieved on January 3, 2015.

Kranyik, Robert and Shankman, Florence V. (1963). How to Teach Study Skills, Teacher’s Practical Press.

Stangl, Werner; Robinson, Francis Pleasant (1970). Effective study. New York: Harper & Row. The PQRST of Method of Studying. stangl-taller.at. Retrieved on January 4, 2015.

By: Marlon C. Flojo | Teacher II | Morong Central Elementary School | Morong ,Bataan