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last minute! They do have other courses so it's a good idea to help them to manage their time. This is different for every student and every course, but do try to allot at least 30 minutes a day, if not more. Some days other courses may dominate their time that's okay. This is merely a suggestion.

Get to know your child's study habits. Talk to your child about the coursework, what the teacher expects from them. See how they are taking notes, if the teacher is giving them handouts. Make suggestions on how they can better manage their time, if you feel they need it.

Many times a teacher will detail how they want their notebook set up. If your child does not have it set up that way, you should make them do so, as it is probably graded!

If they need help -

- If you understand the topic they are currently learning:

- By all means, assist them! But do not do their homework for them! It's okay to check it, but remember, this is something they must learn to do for themselves.

- Teach them what you know about the topic. To enforce it, show them a similar problem, if you can. If not, find a similar example that is already completed in the book, and explain how they did it.

- Work out a problem with them, then let them do a few on their own. Let them ask you questions if they have any. Once you are sure they have it, let them do the rest on their own. Check their work after they are finished.

- Math textbooks these days are full of neat projects you can do to teach a concept. If you have the materials available and the time, it wouldn't hurt to try a few, if the teacher hasn't already done so!

If it's something you do not understand -

- There are several ways you can help yourself, and your child:

- First, make sure your student has a library card, and access to a local library. Try to register with a library that has a website, and access to a 'homework help' section. These are invaluable! Most libraries subscribe to a tutoring network of some sort, and the student can interact with a live tutor. This is usually a free service, and are very good! Usually they can access homework help from home if they have a computer and Internet access.

- Many libraries also have tutoring services that charge a nominal fee or are free. Ask your library what kind of resources they have available, and the hours the student can access them. If they do not have these services, they can direct you to such services in your area.

- Another invaluable tool can be found at the library: Math textbooks!

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