Introduction to the English regents Mrs. LoFaso- 2016

What does the English Regents Exam require? Part 1- Reading Comprehension Part 2- Writing from Sources: Argument Part 3- Text-Analysis Response

What will this course cover and when? Wednesday, April 6th Introduction to the English Regents Exam; How to become a better Reader and Writer Wednesday, April 13th Close Reading and Annotating Literature Wednesday, April 20th Part 1- Reading Comprehension- Tips and Strategies for Success Wednesday, May 4th Part 1- Reading Comprehension- Review and Analysis for Understanding Wednesday, May 11th Part 2- Writing from Sources: Argument- Tips and Strategies for Success Wednesday, May 18th Part 2- Writing from Sources: Argument- Review and Analysis for Understanding Wednesday, May 25th Part 3- Text-Analysis Response- Tips and Strategies for Success Wednesday, June 1st Part 3- Text-Analysis Response- Review and Analysis for Understanding Wednesday, June 8th Review of Parts 1-3; Overcoming Test Anxiety

Basic Overview… Offered in June If failed, offered again in August If failed again, offered in January during Midterm week 3 hours in length Do you get extra time? Use it!

What can you do to prepare? Attend these sessions- don’t miss any classes!

What can you do to prepare? 2. Know what to expect: Know the test directions, duration, topics, question types, how many questions, etc.

What can you do to prepare? 3. Set a study schedule for yourself, and stick to it!

What can you do to prepare? 4. Know your learning style! Are you a visual or auditory learner? (Multiple Intelligence Inventory)

What can you do to prepare? 5. Focus your studies on your weakest area first!

What can you do to prepare? Find a study partner to review with!

What can you do to prepare? 7. Practice, practice, practice!

What can you do to prepare? 8. Get a good night’s sleep-don’t try to cram the night before the test! In fact, do not study for the exam the night before!

What can you do to prepare? 9. Eat a well-balanced meal

What can you do to prepare? 10. Wear comfortable clothes- consider layers in case it is cold or too warm!

What can you do to prepare? Eliminate obviously wrong answers

What can you do to prepare? 12. Pace yourself- don’t rush but keep working and move on if you get stuck

What can you do to prepare? 13. Maintain a positive attitude even if the test is going poorly

What can you do to prepare? 14. Keep your first answer unless you are 100% positive it’s wrong

What can you do to prepare? 15. Check your work for careless errors

“All students can learn and succeed, but not all on the same day in the same way.” - William G. Spady Take the Multiple Intelligence Survey…and evaluate yourself!

What type of learner are you. What does this all mean What type of learner are you? What does this all mean? How can this help me? Take the Multiple Intelligence Survey…and evaluate yourself!

Linguistic Think in words Love reading, writing, telling stories, playing word games, etc. Need books, tapes, writing tools, paper diaries, dialogues, discussion, debate stories Learn by brainstorming, playing word games, listening to books or class lectures, recording your own notes and listening to them, memorizing linguistic facts, storytelling, working in a large or small group, writing or typing

Logical-Mathematical Think by reasoning Love experimenting, questioning, figuring out puzzles, calculating, etc. Need things to explore and think about, science materials, manipulatives, trips to the planetarium and science museums Learn by completing math problems on the board, Socratic questioning, scientific demonstrations, logic puzzles and games, creating codes, classifications and categorizations, computer programming language

Spatial Think in images and pictures Love designing, drawing, visualizing, doodling, etc. Need art, LEGOs, video, movies, slides, imagination games, mazes, puzzles, illustrated books, trips to art museums Learn by creating charts, graphs, diagrams, maps, etc.; visualization, photography, videos and movies, visual puzzles and mazes, 3-D construction kits, art appreciation, creative daydreaming, painting, collage, visual arts, idea sketching, use of symbols, optical illusions, visual organizers, drawing and painting, color-coding, etc.

Bodily-Kinesthetic Think through *somatic sensations *Definition: Sensation from the skin, muscles, bones, tendons and joints. Initiated due to activation of a number of distinct somatic receptors that respond specifically to changes in heat, cold, touch, pressure, limb position, limb movement, or pain. Love dancing, running, jumping, building, touching, gesturing, etc. Need role play, drama, movement, things to build, sports and physical games, tactile experiences, hands-on learning Learn by hands-on activities, field trips, cooking, gardening, or other “messy” activities, manipulatives, communication via body language and hand signals, crafts, competitive or cooperative games, physical edu.

Musical Think via rhythms and melodies Love singing, whistling, humming, tapping feet and hands, listening, etc. Need sing-along time, trips to concerts, music playing at home and school, musical instruments Learn by singing, humming, listening to music, using rhythms, songs, raps, chants, etc. creating new songs or music using materials, playing live music, playing background music (classical), group singing, etc.

Interpersonal Think by bouncing ideas off other people Love leading, organizing, relating, manipulating, mediating, socializing Need friends, group games, social gatherings, community events, clubs, mentors/apprenticeships, etc. Learn by board games, peer teaching, community involvement, social gatherings, academic clubs, group brainstorming sessions, conflict mediation, apprenticeships, group work, peer sharing, etc.

Intrapersonal Think deeply inside themselves Love setting goals, meditating, dreaming, being quiet Need secret places, time alone, self-paced projects, choices Learn by independent study, reflection periods, journal keeping, options for homework, private spaces for study, personal goal setting, self-paced instruction, individual projects and games, etc.

But first… Read something that interests you- anything is better than nothing! Take it to the NEXT LEVEL: Complete a Literature Review Sheet Log for all completed works of literature! Complete a “News Flash” worksheet either once a week or once a day

But first… Journal daily and don’t worry about spelling or grammar errors when you’re writing! Let’s try it NOW…

But first… Study by acquiring 5-10 new vocabulary words a week from any reading you’ve done or class materials

But first… Remember your literary elements and devices. Have a good handle on these terms will not only make your Regents Exam easier to tackle, but your English class, as well! Check out the Literary Element Glossary and Puzzle in the packet!

But first… Balance your studies with other interests; Make time in your schedule!