Updates In Progress Study Skills: I. What Are They? II. Why Do I Need Them? III. Study Skills: 1. Highlighting: To get and remember the information you need. a. Read your selection and any questions you might have to answer. b. Number your paragraphs. c. Re-read your selection and highlight KEY POINTS. You will generally NOT highlight more than 25% of your text. d. Highlight the first word in a sentence which is a supporting detail. For More Information The Best Ways To Help Kids Use Highlighters Effectively 2. Flash Cards: 3. Cornell Notes: 4. Greek and Latin Roots: 5. Vocabulary: 6. Active Listening: Regularly remind yourself of what's been said-summarize and review. How does it all fit together? Think ahead-anticipate what the speaker will say next. Between the lines: what is being said indirectly Take Notes of what you need to remember Body Language to show you are listening eye contact lean forward pay attention provide feedback give verbal cues summarize, share and reflect |
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