Math is one of those subjects that tend to give many students Goosebumps and there is a good reason for that (it can be a tough topic!). Mathematical concepts are quite technical and difficult to grasp. Math requires constant practice in order to sharpen your skill and grasp crucial concepts. That is why math homework is highly encouraged to make sure your child gets the practice needed. However, completing math homework is not an easy task especially if you have a short time to complete your homework, which I know is common these days with tons of school events, sports and other class assignments. In this article, we are going to discuss 5 simple steps that will help you finish your homework before 5pm!
1. Ensure that you have well-organized notes
In most cases, math homework is usually given based on the topic the teacher has covered on that particular day. Therefore it’s very important to be attentive in class and take important notes on the topic that the teacher has covered. For instance, you need to ensure that you have taken notes on all formulas or theorems that the teacher has covered and make sure you highlight the formulas so you can easily identify them when going through tons of notes. You should also write down all the homework that the teacher has assigned in an organized manner. This will help you save a lot of time when you finally get home. You can also create a cheat sheet and use it to refer concepts that has been taught in class.
2. Do the assignment in one sitting
This is one of the simple tricks that can often be overlooked. One of the best and most effective ways to complete your math homework by 5pm is by doing it in one sitting. Unlike other assignments, solving math homework requires a lot of concentration. If you opt to complete the assignment in bits, you will end up not completing it on time. Once you sit down and open that math book, don’t stop until you are finished! You can let your family know the specific time when you will retreat to focus on your homework so you aren’t disturbed. Before you start working on your math homework, ensure that you have all necessary resources. Also ensure that you have a proper working area with minimal distraction, and yes…This means no phone lol
3. Get help if necessary
Math homework is not an exam. You therefore don’t need to suffer in silence if you need help. Don’t hesitate to ask for help from your classmates, your parent, your older siblings or even consider getting a tutor. You can also ask for help just to crosscheck if you have done your math homework correctly. Working with your classmates is incredibly beneficial because you may find out there was a shortcut or a simpler method to solving certain problems. We are all gifted differently and sharing ideas can really help to correct or confirm your answers. Remember that homework is not to test you but to sharpen your skills.
4. Read all questions before you start
This is also an important trick that many students usually overlook especially if they are in a hurry to complete their homework. Before you start tackling your homework, it is important to first read all questions. Knowing what you are doing beforehand can really help to prevent careless errors. It can also help you develop a plan on how to tackle the easier problems before you get to some of the tougher ones. According to math experts, the best way to tackle math question is by first by categorizing the questions before you start. Once you have classified your assignment and identified simple and hard questions, start tackling the simple questions before you progress to those that are more complex and require more of your time. This way, you will complete your homework in a very efficient manner.
5. Start your homework immediately
Waiting for a long period of time before you start working on your homework is not a good idea. By the time you sit down to work on your math assignment, you will feel tired and probably lazy. In addition to that, if you wait until the last minute, you may end up not doing your math homework well because you were forced to rush through the assignment. Therefore, if you want to complete your assignment fast and before 5pm, you need to start it as soon as you get home from school. This way, you will still be fresh and hence you will complete your homework fast. And plus…What student doesn’t wanna be fresh? (Ha! Joke.) 🙂
