1) Reading Comprehension SKILLS 2) Note Taking Tips 3) Study HaBITS Today’s Lesson Will Cover: Mrs. Georgacopoulos-Language Arts Resource Specialist

Something to Think About… Approximately 50 percent of the nation's unemployed youth age are functional illiterate, with virtually no prospects of obtaining good jobs. ( There is nothing employers like more than an employee who is well read. Being well read shows that you are educated, and your employer will be confident in knowing that you are much more likely to do the job properly. (

“Before You Read” Strategies Review Chapter Contents & Layout Think about what you already know about the topic Make predictions Set purpose/goal for reading (Why are you reading this text?) 6/8/20164Ms. Karabelas

“While You Read” Strategies Hear your inner voice Mental pictures Read 1 section at a time Dictionary TEXT MARK & TAKE NOTES Fix-Up Strategies -Slow down reading rate -Reread -Read out loud 6/8/20165Ms. Karabelas

“After You Read” Strategies Reflect on what you learned Summarize key points/refer to notes (Homework/Study guides??) Review your notes and text markings repeatedly (prepares you for tests) Connect new information with previous knowledge Ask questions if unsure 6/8/20166Ms. Karabelas

Recap of Reading Strategy Plan 1)Before Class Before I Read Strategies (prepare for incoming knowledge) 2) During Class Take Notes (participate in class..be an active learner) 3) After Class While I Read Strategies 4) Next Day & Until Test After I Read Strategies (Clarify Unknowns, Review Notes & H/L text) 5) EXTRA Complete homework, study guides, and practice tests The more you work with the INFORMATION, the more it will stick during test time and begin to make sense!!!! 6/8/20167Ms. Karabelas

Any 3 strategies may be enough to make you a better Reader! (Experiment with the Reading Strategies and see what works for you!) 6/8/20168Ms. Karabelas

* To remember what was introduced during class * For a quick review and reference * It's Triple Strength Learning (visual, auditory, movement) 6/8/201610Ms. Karabelas

Note Taking Tips Write ideas/phrases Allow space Underline/Stars /Arrows Spelling/Grammar Only important info. (tape recorder?) Write Clearly for YOU (re-write /re-type) Abbrev./Symbols (is =) Visual Organizers (EX. 2 column notes) WRITING Styles !!!!!!!!! Colors  (IMPORTANT!!!) Space for missed info Chalkboard/Overhead/ Lectures Teacher CLUES/Hints 6/8/201611Ms. Karabelas

Many Ways… (Graphic Organizer Samples) 6/8/201612Ms. Karabelas

Many Ways… (Graphic Organizer Samples) 6/8/201613Ms. Karabelas

RESEARCH SAYS… “80% of new material can be recalled if you review notes within the first 24 hours of presentation!” - Janet Jenkins “Writing in color will help you retain 50%- 80% more of the information WITHOUT reading it a second time!” – Nicole Watts

BEFORE CLASS Review Notes from Previous Day to Prepare for New Information DURING CLASS Use Note Taking Tips to Take Notes AFTER CLASS Rewrite Notes Edit Notes (complete/details/add-ins) 6/8/201615Ms. Karabelas How to Use Your Notes

Best Way to Study Avoid Procrastination!!! Review bits and pieces each night (starting 10 days before the test) for 15 minutes (break it up in parts) 2 nights before the test REVIEW IT ALL/ Quiz yourself Managing your time/cramming the night before is not helpful Quality of your study habits is just as important (if not more) as quantity of time spent studying Easy class

Memory/Study Tricks Personal Experience Association Visual Connection Relate to a Song Mnemonics (ROYGBIV) Teach someone else!/ Buddy Study Make graphic organizers, study guides, or posters Review/Focus on H/L material Tape Record/Replay Repetition, Repetition, Repetition

“It just doesn’t stick in my brain!” Read it- Type it- Say it- Hear it To memorize test material, read your notes, and then type them. Next, read them aloud and tape-record them. Listen to the recording several times. TIP

Be Prepared For the Test Day Reduce stress effectively Eliminate distractions when studying/reviewing Appropriate settings to study Get plenty of sleep Eat a healthy breakfast Preview material once more before the test

Overcoming Anxiety & Dealing with Stress Visualization Therapy Focused/ Deep/ Slow Breathing Count to 20 backwards and slowly Refocus on positive outcomes Drink water Exercise Take breaks during studying (10 min. break/hour) Be as prepared and organized as possible

When taking the test…. Read the directions carefully. Pay attention to last minute verbal instructions, listening especially for changes to written directions. Ask questions if you need to clarify directions or test questions. all Read the question and all answer choices before marking anything. Begin with easy questions and come back to harder ones Review your work

What if I still do poorly? Review the questions that you got incorrect and correct them. Study habits/skills take time to develop (practice) Meet with the instructor for tips and further knowledge Extra Credit? Alternative Testing Method?