This week in Bridge we focused on tips for studying for midterms. We had each student develop a studying plan for each of their exams. Many parents have concerns that their student does not know “how” to study. Studying skills may look different for each child as they are a visual, auditory, or hands-on/tactile learners. To acquire study skills that work, students need to first have a routine that is consistent. Students should find a designated area at home that is quiet and free of distractions (little brother or sister, television, cell phones, ipods, xbox, etc.).
Below is a self assessment we utilize in Bridge on study habits. After it is complete, the students consider their own habits and decide if their are changes they can try to implement that will make for a more effective student. you.stonybrook.edu/bridgesonline/files/2015/09/Study-Skills-Self-Assessment-1a4ab2h.pdf How can parents help? Provide a quiet place to study and do homework Encourage students to work for a period of time and take a breaks Help your son/daughter develop a system to keep track of important papers (binder, folder, etc.) ORGANIZATION AND STUDY SKILLS Use your agenda book Check off assignments as you complete them Estimate how long it will take you to complete each assignment Circle the verbs in the directions Review class notes and highlight the important details Before reading, Preview (review the headings, pictures, captions, tables, charts, graphs, and vocabulary) Use context clues and dictionaries to figure out the meaning of unknown words Make an outline Make a web/graphic organizer Make flashcards Use a peer tutor Before a writing assignment… Read the directions three times Highlight each part of your assignment Check when the assignment is due and estimate how much time it will take you to complete each part Organize your thoughts and brainstorm your ideas with a graphic organizer Good writers write at least two drafts After writing your first draft, reread the directions to make sure you have answered all of the question and completed all of the steps Proof read your writing, check for purpose, clarity, neatness, punctuation, spelling, overused adjectives, and supporting details. Make sure your writing is “showing” with details and not just “telling” Before the test… Reread the sections in your book Reread your notes and highlight key information Predict what questions might be asked on the test Space out your studying over several days Comments are closed.
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The Bridge Program: Burlington High School