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10 Tips for Teaching Your Teenage Boy Effectively

February 6, 2015 by Naomi M. Leave a Comment

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10 Tips for Teaching Your Teenage Boy

10 Tips for Teaching Your Teenage Boy Effectively 

Are you able to teach your teenage boy effectively?  There’s just something going through their minds that make them a unique to teach.  Obviously, teenage boys are not impossible to teach or else the world wouldn’t be so awesome.  Here are 10 tips for teaching your teenage boy effectively.

Get in their world

Teenage boys are in their own world.  Isn’t that the truth?  Learn how to effectively teach them by finding a way into their world.  For example, if they love comic books, find a way to teach them through comic books.

Take breaks as needed

No one wants to sit at a desk for hours and learn, especially not a teenage boy.  Make sure you schedule in plenty of breaks to help the lesson soak in a bit.

Put a mentor in place

Every teenage boy needs that ultimate person they look up to.  Whether it’s dad, a cousin, or just a family friend, mentors can make a huge difference in the life of a teenage boy, especially academically.

Make it interesting

Teenage boys are interesting human beings.  In order to reach them academically, you need to make it interesting.  Do anything you can to take the lesson to an unforgettable, yet interesting level.

Teach through music

Music is an excellent way to teach your teenage boy and make it effective.  Whether they enjoy listening to music or you enjoy teaching through music, it could be a great way to teach your teenage son!

Lead through example

You might be surprised as to how many teenagers are still learning by watching.  Whatever you do, make sure you make a positive impact when teaching.  Stay calm and teach your teenager until he gets the concept.

Video games

Yes, it is possible to teach your teenage boy effectively through video games.  Just keep in mind that it’s all about the type of video game you’re allowing him to play.

Accountability

Teenage boys should learn the art of accountability. They should realize that they are also responsible for their learning and the outcome of the hard work they put into it.

Practicality

When you add too many complex aspects to a lesson, it can get confusing.  Try narrowing down your lessons to a practical stance.  Whenever you’re in doubt, going practical is always helpful!

Keep them active

Anytime you can incorporate being active with teaching or learning, you will be an effective teacher.  Think outside the box when it comes to getting outdoors and learning.

I understand the challenges of teaching a teenage boy all too well.  There are so many factors involved. You want him to learn, but you want it to stick.  I hope my ten tips will help you find new ways to reach the teenage boy in your life.  Sometimes it takes trial and error to find what works.

What are your best tips for teaching a teenage boy effectively? I’d love to hear your tips!

 

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About Naomi M.

Naomi is a homeschool mom of two, one of whom is on the Autism Spectrum. When she is not working or schooling with the kids, she likes to kick back in the recliner to read or to plan the next family adventure.

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