The start of a new academic year is a time for a fresh start and focus on the future. It is a chance to set new goals and learn new things. For students, they have the opportunity to begin anew, acquire knowledge, and form new relationships. Similarly, teachers can encounter new students share their insights, and impart their expertise. Adams& Haute (2016), state that "teachers should be proficient in three characteristics; namely, have positive expectations for student success; be extremely good classroom managers; and know how to design lessons for student mastery. What is done (or not done) in the first few days of school will have a major impact on how effective a teacher is during the entire school year. Planning for a successful beginning to the school year should begin days—even weeks—prior to the first day of school".
As a student, Ahuja (HomeGuruWorld.com, 2022) picked a handful of tips to follow: "1. Figure out your learning style: If you are a learner who enjoys watching television shows and series, you might adapt to online classes quickly, whereas, if you are an avid reader, you might adapt to reading and clearing your concepts. Once you have analyzed which method of study you follow, you have a starting point. 2. How do I spot my habits? Carefully examine your daily routine and identify the habits that are helping you and the habits that are holding you back. Make changes to the bad habits and track your progress over time. 3. Create realistic study plans: Make a solid schedule to follow and decide what your favorite school subjects are. Which is the strongest subject, and which one is the weakest? Make sure to also focus on non-academic subjects and learn to balance out the day. Apart from that, it's not enough to just study your favorite subject. You need to acquire a comprehensive knowledge base and cover the entire syllabus by giving enough attention and time to each subject. 4. Make it a habit to study the topic right after it’s taught in school: There might be a time in your day when you feel utterly exhausted. Take a break from studying your current subject and come back to it later. In the meantime, you can study a different subject or take a break, eat, or do something else. 5. Updated timetable: Just like a planned itinerary for a tour, plan your day, and divide it in such a manner that you will have ample time to study and do other activities. 6. Set self-improvement rules: Wake up on time, have a balanced diet, maintain hygiene, and exercise your body. 7. Students work hard but often fail to execute their plans. There are several distractions: TV sets, mobiles, tablets, video games, and much more. Use devices wisely and remember that overuse of any gadget might be a waste of time and energy”.
In sum, regardless of the role of each party in the educational process, the new academic year is a time of new challenges and opportunities. It is a chance to make a difference in the lives of others and help them reach their full potential. All the perseverance will pay off when teachers view their outcomes and feel satisfaction with their work. Likewise, students who make the most of their academic journey emerge from the year feeling accomplished and grown as individuals.
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