1. Mrs. Capoferri and Mr. Zelinka
ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors:
School Counselors will encourage the following mindsets and behaviors in this lesson:
MS1: Self-confidence in ability to succeed.
SMS1: Demonstrate ability to assume responsibility.
SMS3: Demonstrate ability to work independently.
SS1: Use effective oral and written communication skills and listening skills.
Study Skills
Mrs. Capoferri and Mr. Zelinka
By the end of today’s workshop, we hope to accomplish the following:
Students will have an understanding of their limitations when it comes to different study skills.
Students will review and practice using the Cornell Method for Taking.
Students will reflect and understand strategies for effective reading comprehension.
Students will review tips for reducing Test Anxiety.

2. Study Skills Checklist
In a moment, I will ask you to complete a checklist so you can learn more about your Study Skills.
This will highlight areas of strength and limitations.
Read each statement and determine if it applies to you. If it does, place a check next to the Y.
Time Management - 1, 2, and 3.
Concentration - 4, 5, and 6.
Listening & Note taking - 7, 8, and 9.
Reading - 10, 11, and 12.
Exams - 13, 14, and 15.
Reading - 16, 17, and 18.
Writing Skills -19, 20, and 21.
Take a minute to write down any areas where you have 2 or more Y’s.

3. The Cornell Note Taking System
Step 1 – Divide paper into 2 columns using only one side of each loose leaf paper.
Notes go on the right; recall goes on the left
Step 2 – Take Notes
Step 3- Review Notes within 24 Hours.
Not sure what to write as being important? Try this tips:
Facts, figures, dates are usually important.
“That’s interesting”
“That might be interesting to someone else”
How important is it to review your notes after class?
Everyone, no matter how strong they think they are when it comes to remembering information, suffers from what researchers refer to as the “Forgetting Curve”.
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4. Forgetting Curve

5. Let’s Practice “March of the Dinosaurs”
Use the Cornell Method to take notes during the video.
Try to keep up. Remember, only write what you think is most important to remember.
Take notes as if your grade depended on it.
Use one of the note pages that are already on your desk.
Title and Date today’s lesson
Number the page along the right hand side.

6. Reading Comprehension
Fact or Fiction: Many people who feel like they are not strong readers, often feel that way because they do not know how to read effectively.
Define your Purpose
Identify what the main topics are.
Set a goal for yourself to stay on task.
Read the Text
Read out loud.
Take Notes/Highlight Important Concepts
Writing something down is an effective memory technique (auditory learner).
Pre-Reading Survey
Just read the chapter titles and subtitles.
Read the Focus Questions.
Read through the boldfaced words.
Look at the visual aids.
Check out the end of chapter material.
Post-Reading Review
Take a minute to identify your take-away. Save space for your take-away area in your notes.
What are some strategies for reading effectively?
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7. Intense Study Sessions
How Do You Study?
Intense Study Sessions
Set a Goal
1-2 min.
Decide what you want to accomplish in your study session
Study with Focus
30-50 min.
Interact with Material – organize, summarize, concept map, re-read, fill-in notes, reflect.
Reward Yourself
10-15 min.
Take a break – go for a walk, get a snack, relax.
Review
5 min.
Summarize or wrap up what you just studied.
Everyone studies differently based on how they learn. Check out the handout based on your learning method, and try a new strategy.

8. Tips for Reducing Test Anxiety
Exercise – relieves stress and increases mental function/energy.
Breathe… try to relax.
Don’t cram.
Be prepared.
Develop good study habits.
Get good rest – not only the night before a test, but the whole week leading up to it.
Eat well before a big test.
What are some effective ways to not be anxious about an upcoming test?
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9. Study Skills Quick Quiz
Take a paper and hand it down the row. You will have five minutes to complete this quick quiz. Please put your name on the top.
What are some of your reflections on the Quick Quiz?
Did you feel anxious?
Did you remember any strategies?
How did you do on the quiz?
Thumbs up if we accomplished our goals:
Students will have an understanding of their limitations when it comes to different study skills.
Students will review and practice using the Cornell Method for Taking.
Students will reflect and understand strategies for effective reading comprehension.
Students will review tips for reducing Test Anxiety.
Don’t forget, this workshop and all workshops are available on the Guidance website,