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REVIEW is GOOD. REVIEW. Organization Plan, Prioritize Daily Chores . STUDY SKILLS. Tools to help YOU be successful while at Kamehameha . Are you READY?. Supplies (paper, pencils sharpen), books, computer charged Physical Needs taken care of prior to entering class Homework done
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REVIEW Organization Plan, Prioritize Daily Chores
STUDY SKILLS Tools to help YOU be successful while at Kamehameha
Are you READY? Supplies (paper, pencils sharpen), books, computer charged Physical Needs taken care of prior to entering class Homework done Work area cleared Clear Mind– ready to focus and pay attention Critical Thinking Skills honed in Note Taking
BEFORE CLASS BEGINS ROUTINE Does the teacher have an established routine? Turn in homework at a set place Homework written on the board Established class expectations Be in your seat at the sound of the bell so your learning can begin.
TEACHER’S PRESENTATION STYLE Become familiar with how your teacher introduces the lesson Listen for introductions, key points, summarizations, important announcements Copy what teacher writes on the board in your notes Star (*) when certain points are emphasized or repeated
NOTE TAKING Simple Outline Cornell Notes Format T-charts Reciprocal Notes Mind Mapping
BEFORE BEGINNING NOTETAKING • Become familiar with the speaker’s style • For Example: pauses, repeating points, uses visual aids,key words like, “comparing, summarizing, of importance…” • Keep up with what teacher is saying • Write only key words, use abbreviations, new vocabulary, citing examples • Review notes after class • Fill in details for clarity, write down questions in a different color, write a summary of your notes in another color
SIMPLE OUTLINE SUBJECT A. Heading/Topic 1. Main Idea i. Supporting Idea ii. Supporting Idea a. Sub-details 2. Main Idea i. Supporting Idea ii. Supporting Idea a. Sub-details iPHONES A. Everyone should have an iPhone 1. Help you Organize i. Calendar ii. Variety of Apps a. Free Apps 2. Internet for Research i. Khan Academy ii. Quizlet a. Practice for REAL test
MIND MAPPING A visual “map” of details and main idea Uses graphic organizers
…and now that you are done with Note Taking Read your notes. Edit your notes for clarification Underline ,highlight or star important points If need, re-write notes for readability Write down any questions or points that need clarifications …then STUDY for your test.
MEMORIZATION STRATEGIES Remembering by understanding Acrostics and Acronyms Charts and Visualization Visualization Associations Linking Information Rehearsal
ACROSTICS & ACRONYMS My Very Educated Mother Just Served Us Nine Pizzas King Play Chess On Fat Girl’s Stomach PEMDAS ROY G BIV HOMES
READING FOR UNDERSTANDING • Begin with scanning the entire article • title, introduction, headings, pictures, charts • Read summary and questions • Read article • Summarize main idea, supporting ideas
STUDYING FOR THE TEST Organize notes, text, handouts Study with a buddy Identify study strategies that work for you Use your highlighter, notes cards, charts, video clips and other on-line aides (Khan Academy, Quizlets, Study Stacks, Google Docs)