1. Why are we learning how to study?
Study Skills
Why are we learning how to study?

2. Why are study skill strategies important?
Study skills help you to stay organized and to know what to do first
Good studying takes planning and time
Cramming for tests is not a good idea
Good study skills give you better grades
Study skills are important all through school and into college and sometimes even in your career

3. What you will be able to do after this lesson:
Describe ways to organize a study area at home
Demonstrate good note taking skills
Develop a personal schedule using time management skills
Describe ways to study for different types of tests

4. The study environment at home should be:
Quiet
Soft music is okay
Research recommends no more that 60 beats per minute
Free of Distractions (little brothers and sisters!)
Comfortable
Well lit and fresh air
Stop studying if you get too tired or frustrated and make a note to talk to you teacher about it the next day

5. How do YOU study at home?
On a piece of paper, list the different strategies you use at home to help you study.
Share your strategies with your group.

6. Note Taking Skills Keep notes in order
You need to be able to read your notes
Use a 3 Ring Binder
Use one notebook for all subjects.
Use dividers to separate subjects.
Easier to keep track of one notebook
Highlight, don’t underline
Research says your eyes read highlighting easier
Take notes in class and study old tests

7. Scheduling and Time Management
Careful planning is important
Organize early and make changes when needed
Plan activities for every day
Don’t forget meals and leisure activities
Set deadlines
Create a personalized schedule to fit YOUR needs
Carry your schedule with you to update as needed
Use the following table as a guideline

8. Scheduling and Time Management
DAY
2:30-
3:30
3:30-4:30
4:30-5:30
5:30-6:30
6:30-7:30
7:30-8:30
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thur.
Fri.

9. Apply what you have learned
Create a personal schedule
Include time for after school activities
Keep your chart somewhere safe
Review your chart daily and make changes when needed

10. What are the different types of tests?
For practice tests of all types, press this button:

11. Tips for Test Taking Come prepared
Stay relaxed and confident (Breathe deeply and slowly)
Be comfortable but alert
Look over the test before you begin
Use the RUNNERS strategy on reading tests
On a multiple choice test, know when to guess
Look over your test before you turn it in

12. Summary Slide Why are study skill strategies important?
Note Taking Skills
Scheduling and Time Management
What are the different types of tests?
Tips for Test Taking
Review of what we have learned

13. Study hard, Study smart and do your BEST!
Presented by:
Ms. Tchatalbacheva
(Госпожа Чаталбашева)