Focus Forward: An Executive Function Podcast
Ep 44: Ask the Coaches: Answering Your Top Questions about Summer, Motivation, Transitions, and more!
May 15, 2024
Vin Kachurik, Cass Estey, and Maria Ares from Beyond BookSmart answer top questions on summer support, motivation, and transitions. They discuss balancing structure and downtime, resource management using the spoon theory, and maximizing task efficiency with the Eisenhower Matrix. Practical tips for students transitioning to college and enhancing productivity are shared.
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Quick takeaways
- Transitioning to college requires self-monitored learning and managing personal responsibilities.
- Balancing tasks effectively by planning ahead, prioritizing, and using visual calendars.
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Transitioning from High School to College: Time Management and Independence
When moving from high school to college, students need to understand the shift in workload and independence. College requires self-monitored learning without constant feedback, along with managing personal responsibilities like household chores. Parents play a crucial role in guiding students to schedule their own tasks and advocate for themselves in college.
