Competition has permeated each and every aspect of student performance in the current system of academics. The need for retention of concepts in subjects that are learned year after year is a mandate; so as to ensure continuity of learning. Students are compelled to adapt to the age of smart learning alongside hard work and this is not limited to examinations alone.
Cutting study habits right from the classroom when subject sessions commence each morning and slowly integrate into regular study schedules.
Journaling, a new smart-study technique, introduce it to students as they progress to higher classes. Normally, adults use reflective journals such as notebooks, and children like to write and reflect their thoughts that primarily aid effective self-evaluation. Applying to the context of academics, this habit can be highly productive.
Journal Writing as a part of learning is an incredibly flexible instructional tool, practicing which can give students an opportunity to speculate on paper, confidence in ideas, and great writing skills. This comes particularly helpful for students who are learning new concepts or are grappling with complex issues. Here are a few ways to get your child excited about Journaling.
The positive influence of journaling on learning:
- Curriculum-oriented journal entries in class first mean the students relate to the topic before instruction begins improving their attention span.
- Going through journal entries at the end of the class or a study session makes room for asking doubts.
- A 4-5 minute run-through of the entries enables students to organize their thoughts about the material covered on the subject.
- Exchange notes among peers, and sharing experiences, paves the way to look at varying perspectives as well.
- The student witnesses their own academic and personal growth by reading past entries and this reduces a lot of pressure prior to examinations.
A small word of caution however
Journal entries, when made in class, should never come in the way of listening in an ongoing session and should not be detrimental to learning a new concept. Therefore, conserve the instructional time by limiting journal writing to five or ten minutes towards the end of the period. If this doesn’t work – give it as an assignment towards the start of the period on a concept and discuss it towards the end of the session.
At Winmore Academy we impart evolved learning skills
Learning is a life-long process and it is best to explore different learning techniques so that the process remains exciting. Knowledge mapping by means of practicing techniques that accelerate this process is not something new at Winmore Academy. All our efforts are at making the experience of learning fruitful and consistent through the tenure of schooling and beyond.