Uncommon Sense Teaching: Remedies for Procrastination

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What is procrastination often associated with in students?

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Feelings of discomfort and pain from challenges.

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What is the Pomodoro Technique?

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A time management method that involves working for 25 minutes without distractions followed by a 5-minute break.

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What should students do to manage distractions according to the Pomodoro Technique?

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1. Put away or turn off all distractions

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What are the two modes of learning mentioned in the text?

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Focused mode and diffuse mode.

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What is the 'hard-start' technique?

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Starting with the hardest question first to help students get on task.

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What are 3 ways to help students avoid procrastination?

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1. 1. Create to-do lists. 2. Clean up chaotic environments 3. Increase accountablility

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How can accountability be increased in the classroom?

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By checking assignments regularly and sharing them in class.

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What should be provided to students to help them understand expectations?

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A rubric and examples of mediocre assignments.

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What is a good way to help students manage large assignments?

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Breaking a large project into smaller assignments, each with a deadline.

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What is the best time to switch into diffuse mode?

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During moments of frustration.