Defintions
This is a skill that allows you to put objects into logical spots and keep things orderly. It makes it easier to find what you need.
Organization
What is the first step in the writing process?
Brainstorming
What is the main purpose of setting a deadline for a goal?
To prevent procrastination
To really answer a question or really complete an assignment, you must _______
break it down and follow each individual step.
Reading the questions and summary at the end of the chapter will give you ______
the purpose for reading the chapter
This executive functioning skill helps you respond to things in a timely fashion, and to accurately predict how long an activity can take.
Time management
This tool can help you plan your writing before you begin
Outline.
Why is it important that a goal be time-bound?
It keeps you from procrastinating
Following oral directions you must
Actively listen before writing anything down
Ask clarifying questions about the goal of the assignment
Write down all necessary steps
Count the necessary steps
Make a plan to complete all of the steps
This process will give you an overview of topics included in the chapter.
Preview the Chapter
A book or electronic resource that lists the words of a language (typically in alphabetical order) and gives their meaning
Dictionary
Name some things you should look for when editing/revising.
capitalization
punctuation
grammar
spelling
missing words
vocabulary
add more details
Goals that take a long time to achieve are called
Long-term goals
What are some questions to ask yourself while doing an assignment?
What is the goal of the activity or assignment?
How many different steps will it take to complete the assignment?
Did I complete all the necessary steps to get full credit?
There are many strategies you can use to make reading and writing easier. Some are ______
Preview the chapter before you begin.
Read the summary on the book jacket or back cover
Make connections between the reading assignment and previous knowledge or experiences.
Check questions at the end of each section or chapter.
Look over a reading assignment (e.g., book report) before you begin.
Question, paraphrase, and summarize as you read.
Reread if you are unsure.
A book that lists words in groups of synonyms and related concepts.
Thesaurus
The central point of a piece of writing is known as the ______
Main Idea.
Goals that take a short time to achieve are called
Short- term goals
When directions are written, some important steps are _______
Preview the assignment before you begin.
Circle the direction or action words
Underline the key words that go with the action.
Number the direction words to understand the steps involved.
Make a plan to complete all steps with the end goal in mind.
What are the 5 important W's to identify while reading a passage?
Who, What, Where, When, and Why.
The process of handling the entire life-cycle of a task, from beginning to end.
Task Management
When you write down important information your teacher is saying in class, or writing on the board it is called _____
Note Taking
Why are setting goals important?
*Student Answers*
What does CUCC stand for?
Circle, Underline, Count, Complete
Use reading comprehension strategies to read the chapter. Look for and identify the _____ and _____ while you read each paragraph.
main ideas and details