STUDY SKILLS 2 0 2 3 THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The generosity of the Dale and Clarice Wolf Foundation has funded the Study Skills Project (TSSP). We thank the teachers and professionals who dedicated their time and effort to help bring the resources of TSSP to students across the nation.

Study Time Questionnaire (STQ) My Study Plan & My Study Log 01 07 TABLE OF CONTENTS Preparing to Study 15 The Process of Studying 25 Asking For Help 31 Reading and Math Tips 43 Preparing for a Test 51 Note-Taking 63

STUDY SKILLS QUESTIONNAIRE Complete the following questionnaire about your study habits and share your results with your study partner. A study partner is someone you can ask for help or ask questions about your school work. A study partner can be a parent, friend, teacher, or mentor. 01

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1. Do you have a "Study Time" at home? 2. How would you described your "Study Time" at home? 3. How confident do you feel about studying? Study Time Questionnaire (STQ) Yes No Very Good Good Okay Needs Work Needs a Lot of Work Very Confident Confident Okay A Little Confident Not Confident Name: Date: Age: 03

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4. When you think about studying for a test, how do you feel? Hopeful Anxious/Nervous Confused Confident Prepared Unprepared Excited 5. When you think about taking notes in class, how do you feel? Hopeful Anxious/Nervous Confused Confident Prepared Unprepared Excited Name: (You can choose more than one answer) (You can choose more than one answer) 6. Do you use a study plan or study schedule to prepare for tests? Yes No Date: Age: 05 Study Time Questionnaire (STQ)

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MY STUDY PLAN AND MY STUDY LOG The "My Study Plan" will help you create a plan for studying at home, help you to prepare for a test, help you ask for help, and help you get organized. Complete the "My Study Log" at the end of the week and share your"My Study Log" with your studypartner. 07

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1. Complete the two sentences below by choosing I can or I will. Date My Study Plan 1. succeed in anything I put my mind to! 2. Study Place: At home, I will study I can I will 2. succeed in school! 3. Study Partner: I will ask to be my study partner because it is easy for me to talk to them, and ask for help with my schoolwork. 4. Study Tools: Circle Five Or More items from the list below you will use to study. B Class Notes Textbook inder Planner Pencils Pens Notebook Paper Timer Highlighters Calculator Laptop Dictionary Flashcards Post-its Name This is My Study Plan and there are NO wrong answers! Example: at the kitchen table because that is where I can focus and study the best. 09

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5. During my study time: I will study for minutes, take a break for minutes, and then review what I just studied. a. study for 30 minutes, take a break for 3 minutes b. study for 45 minutes, take a break for 4 to 5 minutes 6. Study Break: Choose Two Or More things you will do during your study break. 7. Before a Test: I will study my notes, textbook, and study guide days before the test. a. 3 days c. 5 days b. 4 days d. 6 or more days 8. If I feel nervous or anxious while taking a test: I will slowly take a deep breath in for seconds, and then slowly breathe out for seconds. a. in for 3 seconds, out for 3 seconds b. in for 4 seconds, out for 4 seconds c. in for 5 seconds, out for 5 seconds 9. Organize: I will keep all of my notes, handouts, and assignments for this class in a . a. folder b. binder with sections 10. Before I start a test: I will say to myself, ! a. I have studied, I have prepared, I can do this! b. I will do my very best and be proud of myself for trying hard! c. Both Stretch Eat a healthy snack Play with a pet Go for a walk Do jumping jacks Do push-ups 11

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Date My Study Plan Log Week Name Complete the study log below each week on Friday and share with your study partner. 1 Date 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Did you take notes in class this week? Did you study at home this week? Do you have a test or quiz next week? 12 13 13

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PREPARING TO STUDY Having a study plan and preparing to study before you start is very important. Use these handouts to help you get organized, understand the tools you need for class and not become overwhelmed when studying at home or confused when taking notes in class. 15

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YOUR STUDY SPACE Have your notebook and pens or pencils ready! Keep a timer to track your breaks; try not to use your phone. Keep your study supplies organized in one place. Have a spot for your textbook or computer. Make sure you have a comfy chair with back support. How to Organize Keep open space for you to work. 17

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THE TOOLS Every STUDENT NEEDS Pen and Pencil To take notes 3X5 nOTE cARDS Planner To record due dates and events To prepare for tests Binder To store class notes, handouts and assignments Highlighters Highlight important information in notes or textbook 19

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Study for 30-minutes and then take a 3-minute break Find a Quiet Place to Study Create a reading schedule to break up large readings Use your 3-minute break to relax, exercise and relax. Have Fun! Make memorizing information fun with a game. Do You Feel Overwhelmed when studying at home? 21

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Send your teacher an email. Talk to your teacher before/after class. Ask a friend to study with you. Talk to a different teacher you know about how you feel. Do You Feel Confused in Class? Ask your parent or guardian for help. 23

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THE PROCESS OF STUDYING Learning the process of studying is very important if any student hopes to grow and improve their studying habits. These handouts introduce two ways students can learn studying "The 4 Steps of Studying" and "The 3 R's of Studying.” Review these handouts with your child and help them practice the steps of studying at home. 25

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2. Review it 1.Write it 3. Revisit it 4. Use it Take notes. Review and ask questions about your notes. Review your notes again to prepare for your tests. Use what you have learned to pass your tests. Write it to Review it. Revisit it to Use it. The 4 Steps of Studying T H E S T U D Y S K I L L S P R O J E C T S T U D Y B E T T E R T O D A Y F O R A B E T T E R T O M O R R O W 27

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Record Review Revisit Record Listen in Class Read At Home Always Take Notes Write down and take notes about the information you learn: (1) in class and (2) from reading your textbook at home. Review Review your notes from class and from your reading time at home. Use different memorization techniques to remember and understand the information from your notes. Revisit Revisit the information from your notes to prepare for any upcoming tests or class projects. You can also teach the information to someone else or study in a group to better prepare. 1 2 The 3 R's of Studying 3 T H E S T U D Y S K I L L S P R O J E C T S T U D Y B E T T E R T O D A Y F O R A B E T T E R T O M O R R O W 29

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ASKING FOR HELP Asking for help is important for learning. These handouts will help you to ask for help when you need it. If you have questions about your schoolwork, remember to ask your study partner, friends, teachers or parents. 31

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It is smart to ask for help. Asking for help allows others to help you move any roadblocks to your success. M Y T H "If I ask for help, that means I am not smart." F A C T Teacher ASKING FOR HELP 33

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M Y T H F A C T Teacher ASKING FOR HELP "I can only ask questions during class." There are many ways to ask your teacher questions outside of class. In-person before or after class and through email are a few ways. 35

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M Y T H F A C T Teacher ASKING FOR HELP "If I ask a question in class, my classmates will think I am not smart." Many of your classmates are often nervous to ask questions and may be thankful you asked. 37

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M Y T H F A C T Teacher ASKING FOR HELP "No one cares to help me understand my schoolwork." Your teachers, parents and guardians are invested in your success and may not know you need help. 39

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M Y T H F A C T Teacher ASKING FOR HELP "My teacher does not want me bothering them with questions." Most teachers are glad to help their students in any way possible, and truly wish more students would ask for help. 41

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NOTE-TAKING Note-taking is also an important part of studying. Use these handouts to help you choose a note-taking style and to give you helpful tips for taking notes in class and at home. 43

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