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“Sometimes the negative consequences of not getting work done or failing an exam are exactly what a kid needs to feel motivated.
By giving teens the freedom to fail something—a test, a quiz, meeting a homework deadline—parents put them in control, which (over time) does feel motivating.”
By giving teens the freedom to fail something—a test, a quiz, meeting a homework deadline—parents put them in control, which (over time) does feel motivating.”
The Teen-Disengagement Crisis
By middle school, many kids’ interest in learning falls off a cliff. The ripple effects could last for years.
www.theatlantic.com
February 28, 2025 at 7:01 PM
“Sometimes the negative consequences of not getting work done or failing an exam are exactly what a kid needs to feel motivated.
By giving teens the freedom to fail something—a test, a quiz, meeting a homework deadline—parents put them in control, which (over time) does feel motivating.”
By giving teens the freedom to fail something—a test, a quiz, meeting a homework deadline—parents put them in control, which (over time) does feel motivating.”