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Rethinking Homework for This Year—and Beyond

A schoolwide effort to reduce homework has led to a renewed focus on ensuring that all work assigned really aids students’ learning.

I used to pride myself on my high expectations, including my firm commitment to accountability for regular homework completion among my students. But the trauma of Covid-19 has prompted me to both reflect and adapt. Now when I think about the purpose and practice of homework, two key concepts guide me: depth over breadth, and student well-being.

Homework has long been the subject of intense debate, and there’s no easy answer with respect to its value. Teachers assign homework for any number of reasons: It’s traditional to do so, it makes students practice their skills and solidify learning, it offers the opportunity for formative assessment, and it creates good study habits and discipline. Then there’s the issue of pace. Throughout my career, I’ve assigned homework largely because there just isn’t enough time to get everything done in class.

A Different Approach

Since classes have gone online, the school where I teach has made a conscious effort as a teaching community to reduce, refine, and distill our curriculum. We have applied guiding questions like: What is most important? What is most transferable? What is most relevant? Refocusing on what matters most has inevitably made us rethink homework.

We have approached both asking and answering these questions through a science of learning lens. In Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning , the authors maintain that deep learning is slow learning. Deep learning requires time for retrieval, practice, feedback, reflection, and revisiting content; ultimately it requires struggle, and there is no struggle without time.

As someone who has mastered the curriculum mapping style of “get it done to move on to get that next thing done,” using an approach of “slow down and reduce” has been quite a shift for me. However, the shift has been necessary: What matters most is what’s best for my students, as opposed to my own plans or mandates imposed by others.

Listening to Students

To implement this shift, my high school English department has reduced content and texts both in terms of the amount of units and the content within each unit. We’re more flexible with dates and deadlines. We spend our energy planning the current unit instead of the year’s units. In true partnership with my students, I’m constantly checking in with them via Google forms, Zoom chats, conferences, and Padlet activities. In these check-ins, I specifically ask students how they’re managing the workload for my class and their other classes. I ask them how much homework they’re doing. And I adjust what I do and expect based on what they tell me. For example, when I find out a week is heavy with work in other classes, I make sure to allot more time during class for my tasks. At times I have even delayed or altered one of my assignments.

To be completely transparent, the “old” me is sheepish in admitting that I’ve so dramatically changed my thinking with respect to homework. However, both my students and I have reaped numerous benefits. I’m now laser-focused when designing every minute of my lessons to maximize teaching and learning. Every decision I make is now scrutinized through the lens of absolute worth for my students’ growth: If it doesn’t make the cut, it’s cut. I also take into account what is most relevant to my students.

For example, our 10th-grade English team has redesigned a unit that explores current manifestations of systemic oppression. This unit is new in approach and longer in duration than it was pre-Covid, and it has resulted in some of the deepest and hardest learning, as well as the richest conversations, that I have seen among students in my career. Part of this improved quality comes from the frequent and intentional pauses that I instruct students to take in order to reflect on the content and on the arc of their own learning. The reduction in content that we need to get through in online learning has given me more time to assign reflective prompts, and to let students process their thoughts, whether that’s at the end of a lesson as an exit slip or as an assignment.

Joining Forces to Be Consistent

There’s no doubt this reduction in homework has been a team effort. Within the English department, we have all agreed to allot reading time during class; across each grade level, we’re monitoring the amount of homework our students have collectively; and across the whole high school, we have adopted a framework to help us think through assigning homework.

Within that framework, teachers at the school agree that the best option is for students to complete all work during class. The next best option is for students to finish uncompleted class work at home as a homework assignment of less than 30 minutes. The last option—the one we try to avoid as much as possible—is for students to be assigned and complete new work at home (still less than 30 minutes). I set a maximum time limit for students’ homework tasks (e.g., 30 minutes) and make that clear at the top of every assignment.

This schoolwide approach has increased my humility as a teacher. In the past, I tended to think my subject was more important than everyone else’s, which gave me license to assign more homework. But now I view my students’ experience more holistically: All of their classes and the associated work must be considered, and respected.

As always, I ground this new pedagogical approach not just in what’s best for students’ academic learning, but also what’s best for them socially and emotionally. 2020 has been traumatic for educators, parents, and students. There is no doubt the level of trauma varies greatly ; however, one can’t argue with the fact that homework typically means more screen time when students are already spending most of the day on their devices. They need to rest their eyes. They need to not be sitting at their desks. They need physical activity. They need time to do nothing at all.

Eliminating or reducing homework is a social and emotional intervention, which brings me to the greatest benefit of reducing the homework load: Students are more invested in their relationship with me now that they have less homework. When students trust me to take their time seriously, when they trust me to listen to them and adjust accordingly, when they trust me to care for them... they trust more in general.

And what a beautiful world of learning can be built on trust.

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This article was co-authored by Katie Styzek . Katie Styzek is a Professional School Counselor for Chicago Public Schools. Katie earned a BS in Elementary Education with a Concentration in Mathematics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She served as a middle school mathematics, science, and social studies teacher for three years prior to becoming a counselor. She holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in School Counseling from DePaul University and an MA in Educational Leadership from Northeastern Illinois University. Katie holds an Illinois School Counselor Endorsement License (Type 73 Service Personnel), an Illinois Principal License (formerly Type 75), and an Illinois Elementary Education Teaching License (Type 03, K – 9). She is also Nationally Board Certified in School Counseling from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. There are 9 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 552,650 times.

Procrastinating on your homework assignments can make school more stressful and can hurt your grade if you're always finishing homework at the last minute. Once you learn a few techniques to beat procrastination can make homework much easier for you! By keeping organized, setting specific goals, and asking for help, you can transform yourself into an academic star who still has time to watch TV and catch up with friends on Facebook.

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Establishing a Routine

• Set an alarm on your phone to remind you when to get back to work!

Setting Goals

• Very few people can actually work effectively with music playing. If you like to listen to music while you work but find you aren't getting anything done, try going without it for an hour to see if your concentration improves.

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• This doesn't work for everybody. If you find another person distracting, quit working with them.

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Everyone struggles with homework sometimes, but if getting your homework done has become a chronic issue for you, then you may need a little extra help. That’s why we’ve written this article all about how to do homework. Once you’re finished reading it, you’ll know how to do homework (and have tons of new ways to motivate yourself to do homework)!

We’ve broken this article down into a few major sections. You’ll find:

• A diagnostic test to help you figure out why you’re struggling with homework
• A discussion of the four major homework problems students face, along with expert tips for addressing them
• A bonus section with tips for how to do homework fast

By the end of this article, you’ll be prepared to tackle whatever homework assignments your teachers throw at you .

So let’s get started!

How to Do Homework: Figure Out Your Struggles 

Sometimes it feels like everything is standing between you and getting your homework done. But the truth is, most people only have one or two major roadblocks that are keeping them from getting their homework done well and on time. 

The best way to figure out how to get motivated to do homework starts with pinpointing the issues that are affecting your ability to get your assignments done. That’s why we’ve developed a short quiz to help you identify the areas where you’re struggling. 

Take the quiz below and record your answers on your phone or on a scrap piece of paper. Keep in mind there are no wrong answers! 

1. You’ve just been assigned an essay in your English class that’s due at the end of the week. What’s the first thing you do?

A. Keep it in mind, even though you won’t start it until the day before it’s due  B. Open up your planner. You’ve got to figure out when you’ll write your paper since you have band practice, a speech tournament, and your little sister’s dance recital this week, too.  C. Groan out loud. Another essay? You could barely get yourself to write the last one!  D. Start thinking about your essay topic, which makes you think about your art project that’s due the same day, which reminds you that your favorite artist might have just posted to Instagram...so you better check your feed right now. 

2. Your mom asked you to pick up your room before she gets home from work. You’ve just gotten home from school. You decide you’ll tackle your chores: 

A. Five minutes before your mom walks through the front door. As long as it gets done, who cares when you start?  B. As soon as you get home from your shift at the local grocery store.  C. After you give yourself a 15-minute pep talk about how you need to get to work.  D. You won’t get it done. Between texts from your friends, trying to watch your favorite Netflix show, and playing with your dog, you just lost track of time! 

3. You’ve signed up to wash dogs at the Humane Society to help earn money for your senior class trip. You: 

A. Show up ten minutes late. You put off leaving your house until the last minute, then got stuck in unexpected traffic on the way to the shelter.  B. Have to call and cancel at the last minute. You forgot you’d already agreed to babysit your cousin and bake cupcakes for tomorrow’s bake sale.  C. Actually arrive fifteen minutes early with extra brushes and bandanas you picked up at the store. You’re passionate about animals, so you’re excited to help out! D. Show up on time, but only get three dogs washed. You couldn’t help it: you just kept getting distracted by how cute they were!

4. You have an hour of downtime, so you decide you’re going to watch an episode of The Great British Baking Show. You: 

A. Scroll through your social media feeds for twenty minutes before hitting play, which means you’re not able to finish the whole episode. Ugh! You really wanted to see who was sent home!  B. Watch fifteen minutes until you remember you’re supposed to pick up your sister from band practice before heading to your part-time job. No GBBO for you!  C. You finish one episode, then decide to watch another even though you’ve got SAT studying to do. It’s just more fun to watch people make scones.  D. Start the episode, but only catch bits and pieces of it because you’re reading Twitter, cleaning out your backpack, and eating a snack at the same time.

5. Your teacher asks you to stay after class because you’ve missed turning in two homework assignments in a row. When she asks you what’s wrong, you say: 

A. You planned to do your assignments during lunch, but you ran out of time. You decided it would be better to turn in nothing at all than submit unfinished work.  B. You really wanted to get the assignments done, but between your extracurriculars, family commitments, and your part-time job, your homework fell through the cracks.  C. You have a hard time psyching yourself to tackle the assignments. You just can’t seem to find the motivation to work on them once you get home.  D. You tried to do them, but you had a hard time focusing. By the time you realized you hadn’t gotten anything done, it was already time to turn them in. 

Like we said earlier, there are no right or wrong answers to this quiz (though your results will be better if you answered as honestly as possible). Here’s how your answers break down: 

• If your answers were mostly As, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is procrastination. 
• If your answers were mostly Bs, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is time management. 
• If your answers were mostly Cs, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is motivation. 
• If your answers were mostly Ds, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is getting distracted. 

Now that you’ve identified why you’re having a hard time getting your homework done, we can help you figure out how to fix it! Scroll down to find your core problem area to learn more about how you can start to address it. 

And one more thing: you’re really struggling with homework, it’s a good idea to read through every section below. You may find some additional tips that will help make homework less intimidating. 

How to Do Homework When You’re a Procrastinator  

Merriam Webster defines “procrastinate” as “to put off intentionally and habitually.” In other words, procrastination is when you choose to do something at the last minute on a regular basis. If you’ve ever found yourself pulling an all-nighter, trying to finish an assignment between periods, or sprinting to turn in a paper minutes before a deadline, you’ve experienced the effects of procrastination. 

If you’re a chronic procrastinator, you’re in good company. In fact, one study found that 70% to 95% of undergraduate students procrastinate when it comes to doing their homework. Unfortunately, procrastination can negatively impact your grades. Researchers have found that procrastination can lower your grade on an assignment by as much as five points ...which might not sound serious until you realize that can mean the difference between a B- and a C+. 

Procrastination can also negatively affect your health by increasing your stress levels , which can lead to other health conditions like insomnia, a weakened immune system, and even heart conditions. Getting a handle on procrastination can not only improve your grades, it can make you feel better, too! 

The big thing to understand about procrastination is that it’s not the result of laziness. Laziness is defined as being “disinclined to activity or exertion.” In other words, being lazy is all about doing nothing. But a s this Psychology Today article explains , procrastinators don’t put things off because they don’t want to work. Instead, procrastinators tend to postpone tasks they don’t want to do in favor of tasks that they perceive as either more important or more fun. Put another way, procrastinators want to do things...as long as it’s not their homework! 

3 Tips f or Conquering Procrastination 

Because putting off doing homework is a common problem, there are lots of good tactics for addressing procrastination. Keep reading for our three expert tips that will get your homework habits back on track in no time. 

#1: Create a Reward System

Like we mentioned earlier, procrastination happens when you prioritize other activities over getting your homework done. Many times, this happens because homework...well, just isn’t enjoyable. But you can add some fun back into the process by rewarding yourself for getting your work done. 

Here’s what we mean: let’s say you decide that every time you get your homework done before the day it’s due, you’ll give yourself a point. For every five points you earn, you’ll treat yourself to your favorite dessert: a chocolate cupcake! Now you have an extra (delicious!) incentive to motivate you to leave procrastination in the dust. 

If you’re not into cupcakes, don’t worry. Your reward can be anything that motivates you . Maybe it’s hanging out with your best friend or an extra ten minutes of video game time. As long as you’re choosing something that makes homework worth doing, you’ll be successful. 

#2: Have a Homework Accountability Partner 

If you’re having trouble getting yourself to start your homework ahead of time, it may be a good idea to call in reinforcements . Find a friend or classmate you can trust and explain to them that you’re trying to change your homework habits. Ask them if they’d be willing to text you to make sure you’re doing your homework and check in with you once a week to see if you’re meeting your anti-procrastination goals. 

Sharing your goals can make them feel more real, and an accountability partner can help hold you responsible for your decisions. For example, let’s say you’re tempted to put off your science lab write-up until the morning before it’s due. But you know that your accountability partner is going to text you about it tomorrow...and you don’t want to fess up that you haven’t started your assignment. A homework accountability partner can give you the extra support and incentive you need to keep your homework habits on track. 

#3: Create Your Own Due Dates 

If you’re a life-long procrastinator, you might find that changing the habit is harder than you expected. In that case, you might try using procrastination to your advantage! If you just can’t seem to stop doing your work at the last minute, try setting your own due dates for assignments that range from a day to a week before the assignment is actually due. 

Here’s what we mean. Let’s say you have a math worksheet that’s been assigned on Tuesday and is due on Friday. In your planner, you can write down the due date as Thursday instead. You may still put off your homework assignment until the last minute...but in this case, the “last minute” is a day before the assignment’s real due date . This little hack can trick your procrastination-addicted brain into planning ahead! 

If you feel like Kevin Hart in this meme, then our tips for doing homework when you're busy are for you. 

How to Do Homework When You’re too Busy

If you’re aiming to go to a top-tier college , you’re going to have a full plate. Because college admissions is getting more competitive, it’s important that you’re maintaining your grades , studying hard for your standardized tests , and participating in extracurriculars so your application stands out. A packed schedule can get even more hectic once you add family obligations or a part-time job to the mix. 

If you feel like you’re being pulled in a million directions at once, you’re not alone. Recent research has found that stress—and more severe stress-related conditions like anxiety and depression— are a major problem for high school students . In fact, one study from the American Psychological Association found that during the school year, students’ stress levels are higher than those of the adults around them. 

For students, homework is a major contributor to their overall stress levels . Many high schoolers have multiple hours of homework every night , and figuring out how to fit it into an already-packed schedule can seem impossible. 

3 Tips for Fitting Homework Into Your Busy Schedule

While it might feel like you have literally no time left in your schedule, there are still ways to make sure you’re able to get your homework done and meet your other commitments. Here are our expert homework tips for even the busiest of students. 

#1: Make a Prioritized To-Do List 

You probably already have a to-do list to keep yourself on track. The next step is to prioritize the items on your to-do list so you can see what items need your attention right away. 

Here’s how it works: at the beginning of each day, sit down and make a list of all the items you need to get done before you go to bed. This includes your homework, but it should also take into account any practices, chores, events, or job shifts you may have. Once you get everything listed out, it’s time to prioritize them using the labels A, B, and C. Here’s what those labels mean:

• A Tasks : tasks that have to get done—like showing up at work or turning in an assignment—get an A. 
• B Tasks : these are tasks that you would like to get done by the end of the day but aren’t as time sensitive. For example, studying for a test you have next week could be a B-level task. It’s still important, but it doesn’t have to be done right away.
• C Tasks: these are tasks that aren’t very important and/or have no real consequences if you don’t get them done immediately. For instance, if you’re hoping to clean out your closet but it’s not an assigned chore from your parents, you could label that to-do item with a C.

Prioritizing your to-do list helps you visualize which items need your immediate attention, and which items you can leave for later. A prioritized to-do list ensures that you’re spending your time efficiently and effectively, which helps you make room in your schedule for homework. So even though you might really want to start making decorations for Homecoming (a B task), you’ll know that finishing your reading log (an A task) is more important. 

#2: Use a Planner With Time Labels

Your planner is probably packed with notes, events, and assignments already. (And if you’re not using a planner, it’s time to start!) But planners can do more for you than just remind you when an assignment is due. If you’re using a planner with time labels, it can help you visualize how you need to spend your day.

A planner with time labels breaks your day down into chunks, and you assign tasks to each chunk of time. For example, you can make a note of your class schedule with assignments, block out time to study, and make sure you know when you need to be at practice. Once you know which tasks take priority, you can add them to any empty spaces in your day. 

Planning out how you spend your time not only helps you use it wisely, it can help you feel less overwhelmed, too . We’re big fans of planners that include a task list ( like this one ) or have room for notes ( like this one ). 

#3: Set Reminders on Your Phone 

If you need a little extra nudge to make sure you’re getting your homework done on time, it’s a good idea to set some reminders on your phone. You don’t need a fancy app, either. You can use your alarm app to have it go off at specific times throughout the day to remind you to do your homework. This works especially well if you have a set homework time scheduled. So if you’ve decided you’re doing homework at 6:00 pm, you can set an alarm to remind you to bust out your books and get to work. 

If you use your phone as your planner, you may have the option to add alerts, emails, or notifications to scheduled events . Many calendar apps, including the one that comes with your phone, have built-in reminders that you can customize to meet your needs. So if you block off time to do your homework from 4:30 to 6:00 pm, you can set a reminder that will pop up on your phone when it’s time to get started. 

This dog isn't judging your lack of motivation...but your teacher might. Keep reading for tips to help you motivate yourself to do your homework.

How to Do Homework When You’re Unmotivated 

At first glance, it may seem like procrastination and being unmotivated are the same thing. After all, both of these issues usually result in you putting off your homework until the very last minute. 

But there’s one key difference: many procrastinators are working, they’re just prioritizing work differently. They know they’re going to start their homework...they’re just going to do it later. 

Conversely, people who are unmotivated to do homework just can’t find the willpower to tackle their assignments. Procrastinators know they’ll at least attempt the homework at the last minute, whereas people who are unmotivated struggle with convincing themselves to do it at a ll. For procrastinators, the stress comes from the inevitable time crunch. For unmotivated people, the stress comes from trying to convince themselves to do something they don’t want to do in the first place. 

Here are some common reasons students are unmotivated in doing homework : 

• Assignments are too easy, too hard, or seemingly pointless 
• Students aren’t interested in (or passionate about) the subject matter
• Students are intimidated by the work and/or feels like they don’t understand the assignment 
• Homework isn’t fun, and students would rather spend their time on things that they enjoy 

To sum it up: people who lack motivation to do their homework are more likely to not do it at all, or to spend more time worrying about doing their homework than...well, actually doing it.

3 Tips for How to Get Motivated to Do Homework

The key to getting homework done when you’re unmotivated is to figure out what does motivate you, then apply those things to homework. It sounds tricky...but it’s pretty simple once you get the hang of it! Here are our three expert tips for motivating yourself to do your homework. 

#1: Use Incremental Incentives

When you’re not motivated, it’s important to give yourself small rewards to stay focused on finishing the task at hand. The trick is to keep the incentives small and to reward yourself often. For example, maybe you’re reading a good book in your free time. For every ten minutes you spend on your homework, you get to read five pages of your book. Like we mentioned earlier, make sure you’re choosing a reward that works for you! 

So why does this technique work? Using small rewards more often allows you to experience small wins for getting your work done. Every time you make it to one of your tiny reward points, you get to celebrate your success, which gives your brain a boost of dopamine . Dopamine helps you stay motivated and also creates a feeling of satisfaction when you complete your homework !  

#2: Form a Homework Group 

If you’re having trouble motivating yourself, it’s okay to turn to others for support. Creating a homework group can help with this. Bring together a group of your friends or classmates, and pick one time a week where you meet and work on homework together. You don’t have to be in the same class, or even taking the same subjects— the goal is to encourage one another to start (and finish!) your assignments. 

Another added benefit of a homework group is that you can help one another if you’re struggling to understand the material covered in your classes. This is especially helpful if your lack of motivation comes from being intimidated by your assignments. Asking your friends for help may feel less scary than talking to your teacher...and once you get a handle on the material, your homework may become less frightening, too. 

#3: Change Up Your Environment 

If you find that you’re totally unmotivated, it may help if you find a new place to do your homework. For example, if you’ve been struggling to get your homework done at home, try spending an extra hour in the library after school instead. The change of scenery can limit your distractions and give you the energy you need to get your work done. 

If you’re stuck doing homework at home, you can still use this tip. For instance, maybe you’ve always done your homework sitting on your bed. Try relocating somewhere else, like your kitchen table, for a few weeks. You may find that setting up a new “homework spot” in your house gives you a motivational lift and helps you get your work done. 

Social media can be a huge problem when it comes to doing homework. We have advice for helping you unplug and regain focus.

How to Do Homework When You’re Easily Distracted

We live in an always-on world, and there are tons of things clamoring for our attention. From friends and family to pop culture and social media, it seems like there’s always something (or someone!) distracting us from the things we need to do.

The 24/7 world we live in has affected our ability to focus on tasks for prolonged periods of time. Research has shown that over the past decade, an average person’s attention span has gone from 12 seconds to eight seconds . And when we do lose focus, i t takes people a long time to get back on task . One study found that it can take as long as 23 minutes to get back to work once we’ve been distracte d. No wonder it can take hours to get your homework done! 

3 Tips to Improve Your Focus

If you have a hard time focusing when you’re doing your homework, it’s a good idea to try and eliminate as many distractions as possible. Here are three expert tips for blocking out the noise so you can focus on getting your homework done. 

#1: Create a Distraction-Free Environment

Pick a place where you’ll do your homework every day, and make it as distraction-free as possible. Try to find a location where there won’t be tons of noise, and limit your access to screens while you’re doing your homework. Put together a focus-oriented playlist (or choose one on your favorite streaming service), and put your headphones on while you work. 

You may find that other people, like your friends and family, are your biggest distraction. If that’s the case, try setting up some homework boundaries. Let them know when you’ll be working on homework every day, and ask them if they’ll help you keep a quiet environment. They’ll be happy to lend a hand! 

#2: Limit Your Access to Technology 

We know, we know...this tip isn’t fun, but it does work. For homework that doesn’t require a computer, like handouts or worksheets, it’s best to put all your technology away . Turn off your television, put your phone and laptop in your backpack, and silence notifications on any wearable tech you may be sporting. If you listen to music while you work, that’s fine...but make sure you have a playlist set up so you’re not shuffling through songs once you get started on your homework. 

If your homework requires your laptop or tablet, it can be harder to limit your access to distractions. But it’s not impossible! T here are apps you can download that will block certain websites while you’re working so that you’re not tempted to scroll through Twitter or check your Facebook feed. Silence notifications and text messages on your computer, and don’t open your email account unless you absolutely have to. And if you don’t need access to the internet to complete your assignments, turn off your WiFi. Cutting out the online chatter is a great way to make sure you’re getting your homework done. 

#3: Set a Timer (the Pomodoro Technique)

Have you ever heard of the Pomodoro technique ? It’s a productivity hack that uses a timer to help you focus!

Here’s how it works: first, set a timer for 25 minutes. This is going to be your work time. During this 25 minutes, all you can do is work on whatever homework assignment you have in front of you. No email, no text messaging, no phone calls—just homework. When that timer goes off, you get to take a 5 minute break. Every time you go through one of these cycles, it’s called a “pomodoro.” For every four pomodoros you complete, you can take a longer break of 15 to 30 minutes.

The pomodoro technique works through a combination of boundary setting and rewards. First, it gives you a finite amount of time to focus, so you know that you only have to work really hard for 25 minutes. Once you’ve done that, you’re rewarded with a short break where you can do whatever you want. Additionally, tracking how many pomodoros you complete can help you see how long you’re really working on your homework. (Once you start using our focus tips, you may find it doesn’t take as long as you thought!)

Two Bonus Tips for How to Do Homework Fast

Even if you’re doing everything right, there will be times when you just need to get your homework done as fast as possible. (Why do teachers always have projects due in the same week? The world may never know.)

The problem with speeding through homework is that it’s easy to make mistakes. While turning in an assignment is always better than not submitting anything at all, you want to make sure that you’re not compromising quality for speed. Simply put, the goal is to get your homework done quickly and still make a good grade on the assignment! 

Here are our two bonus tips for getting a decent grade on your homework assignments , even when you’re in a time crunch. 

#1: Do the Easy Parts First 

This is especially true if you’re working on a handout with multiple questions. Before you start working on the assignment, read through all the questions and problems. As you do, make a mark beside the questions you think are “easy” to answer . 

Once you’ve finished going through the whole assignment, you can answer these questions first. Getting the easy questions out of the way as quickly as possible lets you spend more time on the trickier portions of your homework, which will maximize your assignment grade. 

(Quick note: this is also a good strategy to use on timed assignments and tests, like the SAT and the ACT !) 

#2: Pay Attention in Class 

Homework gets a lot easier when you’re actively learning the material. Teachers aren’t giving you homework because they’re mean or trying to ruin your weekend... it’s because they want you to really understand the course material. Homework is designed to reinforce what you’re already learning in class so you’ll be ready to tackle harder concepts later.

When you pay attention in class, ask questions, and take good notes, you’re absorbing the information you’ll need to succeed on your homework assignments. (You’re stuck in class anyway, so you might as well make the most of it!) Not only will paying attention in class make your homework less confusing, it will also help it go much faster, too.

What’s Next?

If you’re looking to improve your productivity beyond homework, a good place to begin is with time management. After all, we only have so much time in a day...so it’s important to get the most out of it! To get you started, check out this list of the 12 best time management techniques that you can start using today.

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A. If a word or phrase in bold is correct, put a tick (✓). If it is incorrect, rewrite it correctly on the line.

1   Can you to speak French?   …………………………..

2   I’ll can give you a hand tomorrow morning, if you like.   …………………………..

3   I’ll can take my driving test after a few more lessons.   …………………………..

4   Jack can play the guitar before he learnt to talk!   …………………………..

5   If only I can afford to buy that top!   …………………………..

6   We can have gone up the Eiffel Tower while we were in Paris, but we decided to go to the Louvre instead.   …………………………..

7   I could get a more expensive computer, but it didn’t seem worth it.   …………………………..

8   I wish I could get out of the maths test tomorrow!   …………………………..

9   I bet you’d love to be can to get satellite TV.   …………………………..

10    You’d better tell the coach if you can’t playing on Saturday.   …………………………..

1 speak   2 ✓   3 be able to

4 could/was able to

5 could/was able to

6 could    7 have got   8 ✓

9 able   10 play

B. Circle the correct word or phrase. If both options are correct, circle both.

1   Hello. Could / Can I speak to Mrs Johnson, please?

2   We could / were allowed to go home early yesterday because our teacher was ill.

3   The head teacher said we could / were allowed to go home.

4   Do you think I should / could be worried about these spots on my forehead?

5   You ought to / should enter that talent contest!

6   You couldn’t / shouldn’t talk to people like that! It’s rude!

7   Alan should write / have written two essays in the exam yesterday, not one!

8   No, you may / should not go out tonight. You know you’re grounded!

9   Diana should have waited / been waiting for me at the corner. I wonder where she went.

10   What were you doing in the park? You ought to have done / been doing your homework then!

11   Yes, of course you can / are able to open the window if you’re too hot!

1 Could/Can   2 were allowed to

3 could/were allowed to   4 should

5 ought to/should   6 shouldn’t

7 have written   8 may

9 waited/been waiting

10 been doing   11 can

C. Write a form of must , have to , need or need to in each gap to complete the sentences. If more than one possibility is correct, write all possibilities.

1   Oh, I ………………………… remember to get some potatoes on the way home tonight.

2   Jason ………………………… see the headmaster during the next break. I wonder what it’s about?

3   We ………………………… light lots of candles during the power cut two nights ago.

4   I’ll ………………………… start doing my Christmas cards soon. It’s nearly December.

5   Carl, you ………………………… run into the street like that without looking first. It’s dangerous!

6   People with solar-powered cars ………………………… worry about the price of petrol.

7   I wouldn’t like to ………………………… get up at five o’clock every morning.

8   We ………………………… do any washing-up after the picnic because we’d used disposable plates and cutlery.

9   Do professional musicians ………………………… practise every day?

10   I ………………………… have bothered cooking all that food; they’d eaten before they arrived.

1 must/(will) have/need to   2 has/needs to

3 had/needed to   4 have/need to   5 mustn’t

6 don’t/won’t have/need to   7 have to

8 didn’t have/need to   9 have/need to

D. Complete each second sentence using the word given, so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Write between two and five words in each gap.

1   His lights are on so I’m pretty sure Dan is at home.   as

     Dan ………………………………………… his lights are on.

2   Susie’s car’s not here so she’s almost certainly taking Dobber to the vet.   be

      Susie ………………………………………… Dobber to the vet since her car’s not here.

3   There’s no way that boy’s Simon. He’s much taller!   boy

      That ………………………………………… Simon. He’s much taller!

4   I’m certain the Winners don’t think we’re coming tonight; we arranged it for next Tuesday.   expecting

     The Winners ………………………………………… tonight; we arranged it for next Tuesday.

5   I bet you were exhausted after such a long journey!   have

       You ………………………………………… exhausted after such a long journey!

6   The only explanation is that Evan was on the phone to someone in Australia!   talking

      Evan ………………………………………… on the phones to someone in Australia!

7   There’s no way Casey won the disco dancing competition – he’s got two left feet!   have

     Casey ………………………………………… the disco dancing competition – he’s got two left feet!

8   I don’t believe Helen’s been trying to call us all day. The phone hasn’t rung once.   been

     Helen ………………………………………… to call us all day. The phone hasn’t rung once.

1   must be at home as

2   must be taking

3   boy can’t/couldn’t be

4   can’t/couldn’t be expecting us

5   must have been

6   must have been talking

7   can’t/couldn’t have won

8   can’t/couldn’t have been trying

E. Use the words in the box only once to complete the sentences in Table A. The meaning of the sentences in Table B will help you.

able • cannot • could • had • have • might • must

needn’t • mustn’t • ought • should • will

1 must   2 able   3 could   4 cannot

5 should   6 mustn’t   7 had   8 have

9 will   10 ought   11 might   12 needn’t

F. Circle the correct answer.

1   …………… I have a look at those shoes in the window, please?

      A   Must      B   Would

      C   Should     D   Could

2   We …………… pay for the tickets as Josie won them in a competition.

      A   mustn’t     B   didn’t have to

      C   couldn’t     D   hadn’t to

3   You really …………… make such a mountain out of a molehill!

      A   can’t     B   won’t

      C   mightn’t     D   shouldn’t

4    You won’t …………… to connect to the Internet once you’ve got broadband as you’re online twenty-four hours a day.

      A   need     B   must

      C   ought     D   able

5   I hope we …………… find the cinema easily.

      A   could     B   may

      C   might     D   can

6   We couldn’t find a hotel room so we …………… sleep in the car. It was awful!

      A   must     B   should

      C   had to     D   could

7   We’d love to …………… afford to go on a round-the-world cruise.

      A   can     B   be able to

      C   will have to     D   have to

8   Fiona can’t …………… about the meeting. I reminded her this morning!

      A   forget     B   be forgetting

      C   have forgotten

      D   have been forgetting

9   She could …………… in the garage when we came round, which would explain why she didn’t hear the bell.

      A   work     B   be working

      C   have worked     D   have been working

10    You’ll …………… tell the police that your house was broken into.

      A   have to     B   must

      C   had to     D   should

1 D   2 B   3 D   4 A   5 D   6 C   7 B   8 C   9 D   10 A

G. Write a modal or semi-modal in each gap to replace the phrase in brackets. Add any other words you need.

1   Bruce ………………………… ( is able to ) finish most crosswords in under ten minutes.

2   Charlotte didn’t get to the Craig David concert because she ………………………… ( wasn’t able to ) get tickets.

3    I ………………………… ( had the opportunity to go ) to Oxford but I decided to go to a more modern university.

4   You ………………………… ( were wrong to tell ) Angus. You know he can’t keep a secret!

5   If you have a cashpoint card, you ………………………… ( are not forced to ) go into the bank to get money from your account.

6   We ………………………… ( were made to ) apologise to the police for wasting their time.

7   That ………………………… ( almost definitely wasn’t ) the last can of soda in the fridge. I bought loads this morning!

8   ………………………… ( Were you obliged to ) talk about two photographs during the interview?

9   Children ………………………… ( are not allowed to ) be left unattended.

10   The weather ………………………… ( will probably ) be good tomorrow.

1 can   2 couldn’t   3 could have gone

4 ought not to/shouldn’t have told

5 don’t have/need to   6 had to

7 can’t/couldn’t have been

8 Did you have to

9 mustn’t/must not

10 ought to/should

H. Choose the correct answer.

Choosing a gym

Choosing to go to a gym regularly ( 1 ) …………… change your life for the better. Don’t let it be a decision you regret!

Good gyms have a lot to offer. They ( 2 ) …………… provide exercise equipment that is just too expensive to buy and their trained staff are ( 3 ) …………… to provide quality health and fitness advice. But if you’re planning to join a gym, you ( 4 ) …………… definitely ask to look round before you become a member. There are a number of things to bear in mind before choosing which gym to join.

Before the law changed a few years ago, anyone ( 5 ) …………… set up a gym and even today gyms ( 6 ) …………… employ trained fitness instructors. Find out what qualifications the staff have. If they’re untrained, it’s best to go elsewhere.

You ( 7 ) …………… be put off by the gym’s hard sell. Just because they want you to sign up – they want your money, after all – that doesn’t mean you ( 8 ) …………… decide there and then. See a few gyms before you make your final decision.

Ask yourself: What kind of equipment and facilities do they have? There’s little point joining a gym and then thinking a few months later, ‘I ( 9 ) …………… have chosen a gym with a pool.’ Do you ( 10 ) …………… book equipment in advance, or can you just turn up and use it? How busy does the gym get? It ( 11 ) …………… be very pleasant turning up to find there’s no room in the changing room and there’s a huge queue for each piece of equipment. It ( 12 ) …………… also be a good idea to talk to people who already go to that gym to find out their opinion.

1   A must   B would   C should   D will have to

2   A can   B could   C would   D must

3   A made   B forced   C allowed   D able

4   A should   B would   C might   D will

5   A can   B could   C might   D may

6   A mustn’t   B don’t have to   C can’t   D shouldn’t

7   A mustn’t   B couldn’t   C won’t   D mightn’t

8   A can’t   B can   C would   D have to

9   A ought to   B must   C have to   D can’t

10   A able   B must   C have to   D allowed

11   A won’t have to   B doesn’t have to   C mustn’t   D won’t

12   A must   B might   C has to   D ought to

1 C   2 A    3 D   4 A   5 B   6 B

7 A   8 D   9 A    10 C   11 D   12 B

I. Write one word in each gap.

When I broke my arm a week ago, I guess it ( 1 ) …………… to have hurt. But it didn’t! We were doing PE at school, and we were making a pyramid. We ( 2 ) …………… to stand on each other’s shoulders. I was right at the top. We ( 3 ) …………… have been doing it properly because suddenly the pyramid collapsed and we all fell. I landed on my arm.

Mr Jenkins ( 4 ) …………… have known immediately that I’d broken my arm because he sent someone to call an ambulance. ‘Sit still, and don’t move your arm at all until the ambulance comes,’ he said. I ( 5 ) …………… still remember the feeling – my arm was numb, and looked very strange, but there was no pain at all. I remember thinking: ‘It ( 6 ) …………… be broken. If it was broken, I’d be in agony.’ I suppose not feeling any pain ( 7 ) …………… have been because I was in shock.

The plaster ( 8 ) …………… come off in about three weeks but it ( 9 ) …………… have to stay on longer. It depends on whether the break has healed properly or not. The next three weeks may ( 10 ) …………… be the best three weeks of my life – no basketball, no playing in the playground, no swimming – but I’m counting my blessings. It ( 11 ) …………… have been a lot worse!

1 ought   2 had   3 can’t/couldn’t

4 must   5 can   6 can’t

7 may/might/could/must

8 should/could/may/might

9 could/may/might

10 not   11 could/might

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When you’re at school, it’s easier to remain focused and productive than it is when you’re at home. At home, you have to do your best to avoid the lure of your phone, the TV, your laptop, your bed, and so much more! At school, many of these distractions aren’t even present. So how can any student, even the most responsible ones, study efficiently when they’re not in the school environment? 

There are a few simple things that students can do in their everyday life to make sure that they are productive while they’re working from home. If you want to be able to study hard during the day so you can have some carefree hours to yourself in the evening, check out these easy-to-implement study tips. 

1. Create a Distraction-Free Study Space

The key to studying at home is to create a space within your home that has some of the benefits of a school or library, with as few of the distractions of the home as possible. In other words, you need a nook where you can work without a TV, bed, or other distracting objects near you. 

Some students have achieved this by setting up their study space on a dining room table in their home. Others have set up a desk in the hallway so that they won’t be tempted to go to their room and sleep. Some may be able to use the common computer room or study space.

Of course, this study space doesn’t have to be barren and plain. You can have a bright and comfortable study space with color, light, and even fun things like stress balls and bean bag chairs for when you need a break. As long as this is a space where you can block out the rest of the world and spend a few hours focused on schoolwork, you can decorate and set it up however you want.

2. Follow a School-Like Schedule 

The easiest way to mimic the focus and productivity that you have in school is by working on the same schedule you would when you’re in school. Similarly to how you spend consecutive periods in different subjects during the school day, you can set a schedule for yourself that has you spend a certain amount of consecutive hours studying each subject every day. 

This routine may seem a bit odd at first since you won’t be moving around like you do when you switch classes at school. However, much like you get used to the school schedule in a few days after summer vacation, you’ll get used to the new schedule you set for yourself as well. 

The great thing about setting your own schedule is that you can create a schedule that is optimal for your study habits. You can set as many breaks as you want for as long as you want. You can give yourself as much time as you need to study each course sufficiently. Unlike school, where every study follows the same schedule, you can optimize your study-at-home schedule to fit your study needs. 

3. Dress The Part 

Remember the feeling of comfort and laziness you feel when you’re in pajamas (some of you may be feeling it right now)? Now think about the feeling of purpose and determination you can feel once you’ve showered and gotten dressed for the day? They’re very different mindsets, and you can probably guess which one is best for studying from home. 

Something as simple as getting ready in the morning as if you were going to school can really put your mind in a more determined, focused state. This can really help you get into that focused, productive mindset. In other words, if you dress the part of a focused student, you have a better chance of acting the part of a focused student. 

So when you get up in the morning, if you know you have a long day of studying ahead of you, take a shower, brush your teeth, and put on clothes as if you were going to school. You’ll likely feel refreshed, clean, and ready to tackle the day’s work. 

4. Avoid Your Bed At All Costs

Most students have fallen prey to this sneaky trap. We get tired in the middle of the day from being productive in the morning. We think we can take a small nap break. Next thing we know, we’ve slept most of the afternoon away and then wake up not wanting to do any more studying. It is so easy to do, and it can ruin what could have been a very effective study day. 

So, as a general rule, when you’re trying to study, avoid your bed as much as you can. Try to study in a chair or at a desk, where you have to sit up and pay attention. If you let yourself lie down or try to study in bed, you are guaranteed to feel sleepier and not be as productive. If you don’t really have any other space to study, try to sit on your bed a different way, away from your pillows, so you’re less tempted to fall asleep.

5. Take Breaks

There is no sense in trying to study for 10-12 hours straight if your body and mind can’t handle that. After the first few hours, you are going to get tired, and your brain won’t be able to absorb and retain information as well as it could if you were rested. At this point, you can study all you want, but you will not be studying productively. 

It’s okay to take periodic breaks during the day as often as you need to. Mind you, these won’t be long breaks. You don’t want to lose your motivation! But you can take 15 minutes here and there to clear your head, recharge, and be ready to tackle those books again at full force. 

It’s important to note that the most effective breaks are those where you get away from your study space and take your mind off of the task at hand. You’re not really going to be resting your mind if you’re still at your desk and thinking about all the assignments you have to do. Instead, walk around the house, take a short walk, get something to eat, and just clear your mind as much as you can. 

6. Form Virtual Study Groups

Who says that study groups need to be in person? In this day and age, with technologies like Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, or just a plain phone call, you can connect with your fellow classmates from the comfort of your home and help each other learn just as if you were together in class. 

There are several benefits to virtual study groups. Some video conferencing platforms allow you to record your meetings, so you can look back on the study session you and your peers had if you ever forget what was said. You can also mute yourself whenever you need to so that you can multitask, if needed. Finally, the home environment seems far less lonely and maybe even more fun when you have students like you to talk to you and compare notes with. 

If you think it’ll help your productivity, try to connect with some friends and form a virtual study group. Even if you don’t get as much out of it academically, it may be beneficial for your mental health while you’re studying at home. 

7. Get Your Other Chores Out Of The Way 

One of the most annoying things that can happen to a teenager is to be working in the zone, then to be distracted by their parents asking them to do the dishes, laundry, etc. Taking unplanned breaks during your study time to do something else can really mess up your concentration. It’s hard to get back in the zone once you’ve been pulled out of it. 

So if you know that you also need to do some household chores in addition to your math homework, try to knock the chores out either before or after your study session. This way, you won’t be constantly worried about getting them done, and you’ll be less likely to be distracted while you’re trying to study. 

8. Set Boundaries For Yourself 

If you find that you’re going to be working from home for a few days or even a few weeks, you’re going to need to make sure that you’re setting boundaries for yourself that will allow you to keep your sanity while not leaving the house. For instance, if you let yourself study for 12 hours a day for days on end, odds are that you are quickly going to get really sick of studying at home. 

Set time limits for yourself each day. Maybe you won’t start working until mid-morning so that you can go for a run and eat a healthy breakfast. Maybe you won’t work best at 6 PM since you want to spend that time with your family. If you set these boundaries for yourself, you will help keep your mental health in check. You may also find that placing time limits on your study time helps to motivate you to get more done during the hours that you are studying. Generally, the more time we give ourselves to do something, the more time we take.

You can also consider setting physical boundaries for yourself. Maybe while you’re studying, you make a deal with yourself to not go into your bedroom. This way, you won’t interact with as many things that can distract you. On the flip side, try to not dawdle in your workspace after you’re done studying for the day. And, if you need to take a break, go to another room; that way, you associate your study space with studying. 

9. Exercise Regularly 

It is well known that exercising can give your body the endorphins and serotonin that it needs to be relaxed, focused, and more productive during the day. The downside to studying at home is that you probably don’t have a gym inside your house where you can get in an intense hour-long workout. While you can’t necessarily do a full workout if you’re stuck at home, there are little exercises that you can do at home to help you be more productive. 

If you have an empty and clean space in your home, you can do floor exercises like crunches, push-ups, and jumping jacks. There are tons of YouTube videos with quick workouts, and they don’t have to be boring; there are even dance workouts! If you are in a safe neighborhood, you can go on a quick walk or run before you start exercising to get your blood pumping. And, if all else fails, walking around your house counts as more exercise than you might think. 

Overall, exercising and staying healthy will not only be good for you in the long run, but will also help your productivity in the short run.

10. Give Yourself Something To Look Forward To 

At the end of the day, if you’re truly not feeling like you’re studying your best, try to set some goals for yourself and reward yourself for hitting those goals. For instance, you can set a goal to memorize 100 flashcards by the end of the day. If you do, you’ll reward yourself with an hour of watching your favorite show. 

When you have to study from home for a while, it can be easy to fall into a rut. After all, you’re in the same place day after day, and your days aren’t that varied. So positive reinforcement mechanisms like this can really help to keep you going and give you a reason to keep studying. 

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10 Powerful Tips to Complete Your Homework on Time

Are you struggling to complete your homework? Perhaps you have difficulty balancing schoolwork, home duties, and studies. Many teachers believe that homework is an essential part of life.

However, I think most students would disagree. Procrastination can be the biggest reason we don’t do our homework and thinking if somebody could “ do my homework for me .“

These tips will help keep you on track and ensure you submit your assignments on time.

Tasks that appear difficult or repetitive at first glance are often ignored. It is the hardest part about doing homework. This can be overcome by simply taking out the assignment and placing it on the table.

This will help you get one step closer to completing the task.

2. A dedicated study area

You need an area that is specifically designed for each job. This is the main reason freelancers don’t get as much work done when they sleep on their beds. I’ve been there. You should have a place that is organized and allows you to do your homework.

3. Avoid distractions

Digital technology allows us to quickly access huge amounts of information. However, it also presents the challenge of increased distractions. It can distract you from your studies by constantly checking your email and getting notifications on your social media accounts. Apps that encourage concentration such as StayFocusd are a good choice. Turn off your phone and pay attention to the assignment.

4. Time Management

Each week, set aside some time to do your homework. This should be done when you feel alert. This time should be used each day to complete any outstanding assignments. Prioritize by starting with the most urgent tasks.

5. Start with the Toughest Assignment

Everyone has their own preferences. Sometimes, you just can’t wait for the assignment to begin, while other times, it might make you sick. The hardest assignment should be completed first. Once you are done, the next tasks will be much easier.

6. Reduce It

Sometimes, a task you love can feel overwhelming. You may avoid finding the right information because of this dread. Start with an outline if you are writing an essay. Divide the report into manageable pieces and work through each one, step-by-step.

7. Take a break

You need to recharge your brain and body just as you would when you study. Most people can only concentrate for 45 minutes. Plan the time you will work, taking breaks as needed.

You will be working on the assignment for 45 mins. After each interval, you’ll take breaks of 10 minutes. During breaks, you can do anything.

8. Set up a reward system

A reward system can motivate you to continue doing what you’re doing. You can take longer breaks after working for two hours without any regular breaks. You could also watch one more episode of your favorite show. You don’t need to get a huge reward; you could just receive a piece of your favorite candy.

9. Multitasking is not a good idea

Experts from legit essay writing services advise handling each task individually. You will be less productive if you do too many things at once. You will also spend more time working on one job than you would normally need.

10. Get help

You can do the school work on your own. If necessary, seek out tutors, friends, family members, and peers to help you. Students feel more confident and self-esteem when they hand in assignments they are proud of.

Consider getting a study buddy. You can keep them updated about missed work and they could be a useful resource to aid you in your studies.

Don’t be late with your homework or find it difficult to begin your assignments. Instead, follow the tips above.

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Homework Regularly and Why You Should Do It

This is why I do my homework in future tense. Future tense helps to keep me on task, and it helps to remind me of what needs to get done. It also forces me to think in the future. It reminds me that I have work to do, and that I am being responsible. This is not a problem when I do my homework. When I’m actually studying, I worry a great deal about the grade, but I worry even more about failing.

This is one reason why I do my homework regularly in future tense. When I do it, I know that I will be doing it later on in the future. I also know that I will be having to write about what I learned, and how I learned it.

This makes me want to do my coursework well and to do my homework regularly in future tense. This is the opposite of how I normally do things. I worry about the grade, I worry about my time. I am too busy to think about anything else. I find myself getting distracted and wasting time. If I’m going to learn something, I want to learn it right now.

There are some who say that you don’t need to do your homework in future tense. That it’s not relevant, and that it distracts you from actually learning. But that’s a bit like saying you don’t need to wash your hands after you’ve used the bathroom. It doesn’t prevent you from being clean, or from staying clean, but it prevents you from realizing that you should.

Of course, there are many good reasons for doing your homework in future tense. The main reason for this, of course, is to make sure that you understand something, and that you’re giving yourself the best chance to remember it. If you can’t remember it, you obviously aren’t going to remember it at test time. This way, your brain is able to retain the information longer.

Another great reason to do my homework in future tense is to keep track of your progress. If you have a paper due at the end of the semester, for example, you want to make sure you understand it completely before you turn it in. By writing down the question and answer you know, you’ll be able to review it later on. By doing this, not only will you have a better understanding of the material, but you’ll also be able to use it when it comes time for the exam. Not only will you remember it better, but you’ll also have a better shot at getting a good grade.

Finally, one of the biggest benefits to doing my homework in future tense is that I get to enjoy it more! As mentioned above, this helps me remember what I need to study, and it helps me stay motivated. When I have a goal, I feel more driven to work hard for it. That’s not always the case, though. Some days I just don’t feel like going to class. By writing down the questions I have as well as the answers, I stay motivated to do my homework even when there’s no class to be going to.

All in all, it’s definitely better for your future if you do your homework regularly. It doesn’t matter what kind of test you’re taking. Whether it’s a test for college or for a job, being prepared is the best way to succeed! In the long run, it will save you time, energy, and even grades if you can stay focused!

Now, let’s take a look at some homework examples. If you’re taking tests in college, you’ll probably need some practice tests done in future tense. For instance, if you’re taking a calculus exam, you should study for it in future tense. You won’t have to memorize all of the formula for the next grade, but you’ll at least need to be able to describe it properly to a test administrator. So for instance, if you were to study for the SAT next semester, you should start doing your homework in future tense until about a month before the exam.

You should also do your future tense studying for any kinds of exams, such as tests for high school, for your GED, etc. That way, when it comes time to write the test, you’ll already be familiar with the material. And that, in turn, will help you out immensely! And of course, it’s much easier to do your homework in future tense if you’re actually preparing for the test in the first place!

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If this happens regularly, we recommend you to take a look at our guide on how to get more organised when doing your homework , but if it's a one off mistake, then try not to worry. Watch our short video or read or guide below for all the deets on what you should do if you've not done your homework.

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Lenny: Oh, there’s a call coming through.

Emmanuel: Hi, my name is Emmanuel and I'm in Year 10, and my question is: there's been a couple of occasions where I've struggled to get my homework done, what should I do if this happens again?

Inel: Oh Emmanuel, you know that dread? When you're coming in, and like, oh didn't quite get it done. Bringing back the memories!

Lenny: But no need to worry. We've asked some experts what to do if this happens to you. So, first things first, always give it go, even if you're not quite sure, just try not to leave anything blank just so that you can show your effort.

Louise: Yeah, and I think if you are struggling, you can tell a teacher, but really try and make it so its a few days before the homework's actually due, not like on the day that's handed in, but to be honest with you it happens. Sometimes we can put loads of things in place to get homework done and it just doesn't go to plan, but don't panic, let a teacher know. Be really honest. The key islet them know as early as possible.

Lenny: And yeah, you might get a negative mark, but if it's a one off you can always bring yourself back next time.

Inel: Oh, as long as you don't make a habit of not completing your homework, they'll understand, and if it is a regular occurrence, and you are struggling to do your homework, then the best thing to do is to let someone know at the school so they can help you and put a plan of action in place to support you.

Louise: Absolutely, yeah, and also it's worth remembering that sometimes there's gonna be one off occasions when you just can't get your homework done, you know, if you feel unwell or something, and I think the most important thing in that case is just to let your teacher know, and let them know as early as possible. So, to recap, let a teacher know if you can't get the homework done as early as possible.

Lenny: And if you are unwell, just let you teach you know that you haven't been well enough to complete the homework.

Inel: And be honest, maybe your dog actually did eat your homework.

Louise: Mine actually did once.

Inel: Really?

Louise: No, I did. And take a look at loads more helpful hints and homework tips on BBC Bitesize Support.

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