Hacks to help your child study and ace their exams

It’s that time of the year again when exams are in full swing. At the best of times, this can be an overwhelming period for both you and your child, no matter what grade your child is in.

We chat with Rebecca Pretorius, Country Manager at Crimson Education on ways you can help your child better cope with studying for exams.

Rope in digital learning

YouTube videos, online study guides, and pre-recorded tutorials or webinars can be extremely helpful tools for your child. Working digitally opens up a variety of new resources that students may not have previously been able to tap into.

Benefit from online study groups

Students can use video conference platforms such as Zoom, Skype, or WhatsApp video calls to discuss homework, exam topics, and study together without having to worry about social distancing. Document-sharing platforms like Google Drive and One Drive can also be used to compare notes, and ensure all content is covered.

Get extra help

Even if your child is not struggling with a particular subject, a tutor can help them achieve top marks by providing a fresh perspective or sharing new study methods with them. Tutors can also help remotely, ensuring that your child can maintain social distancing.

Help them create a study plan

Researchers agree that students who have a strategy or a plan for how they are going to study, achieve the best outcomes. A good plan, based on your child’s exam timetable and the volume of content that needs to be covered, allows your child to manage their time. Students can use purpose-built apps on their phones or Excel spreadsheets.

Keep their health and wellbeing in check

Looking after your child’s mental health and emotional wellbeing is key when it comes to their ability to concentrate and succeed. Remember to encourage your child to take a break from their screen and the books, stretch their legs and eat a healthy, energy-rich diet to fuel their brain.