Study Tips

Screen time is a normal part of learning today, but there's a point where it stops being productive and starts draining the students sitting in front of it. If your student seems exhausted even after a full night's sleep, or their work quality is slipping...

Math word problems have a reputation. And honestly? It's earned. Your child can breeze through a page of equations and then freeze the moment a story problem shows up.  If you've been watching this happen and wondering what to do when your child is...

If you’ve ever watched your child sit down to study, only to find them reorganizing their pencil case or lost in thought ten minutes later, you’re not alone. For students with ADHD, the challenge isn’t a lack of intelligence or effort. Their brains are...

Many students put sincere effort into studying but don’t see the results they hope for. This gap isn’t a reflection of their intelligence. It’s often about their study methods. While habits like re-reading notes or highlighting feel productive,...

Most students start with the best intentions, then life happens. Soccer practice runs late, a birthday party pops up, or they're just too exhausted to open their textbook. Most study schedules ignore how students actually learn and what drives them to...

Midterms are coming up soon! If your student has anxiety around tests and exams, check out Tutor Doctor’s guide for handling midterm stress and improving performance. Surprises are not your friend If we were to boil down all our advice into one...

Mnemonics are wonderful educational tools that can help us to memorize and recall information. Check out these fun and creative mnemonics for young learners! What are mnemonic devices? When most people think of mnemonics, they’re referring to...

Can students really increase their grades by making tiny modifications to their weekly routine? Yes! Here are 5 small habit changes for students that can have a big impact. 1. Keep an effective planner. We recommend every student keep an organized...

Students all have different ways in which they learn best, and many prefer hearing a concept explained as opposed to reading about it. Here are effective study strategies for auditory learners! Learning styles First, a quick refresher on learning...

Does your student have trouble focusing on their nightly homework assignments? Here’s how to create a distraction-free study room!1. Use only necessary devices.In today’s day and age, the smartphone is without a doubt the biggest distractor – both...