Flexibility
What is one benefit to being a flexible thinker?
Easier to finish things, faster, you can accomplish goals, etc.
A friend gives you their phone number and you repeat it over and over until you can write it down
Short term memory
Why should a goal be clear?
So you know what you are trying to do
When you're taking notes, what information should you highlight?
Only the important/key information
What is something you can use to help organize your time better?
Calendar/planner/app
You try using flash cards to study for a test, and you end up failing it. Next time you use the study cards again. Are you being flexible?
No
Remembering your own phone number whenever you are asked for it
Long term memory
Why is it important to make a goal that you can achieve?
So you can complete it- you don't want to be frustrated by an impossible goal!
Why is it a good idea to use abbreviations in your notes?
It's faster/easier to write
When you're studying, which information should you spend the most time on?
How can you be flexible if your plan isn't working?
Try a new plan or a new approach
When Mr. Gore asks you for your address you can give it to him without looking it up
Long term memory
To help accomplish a goal, it should be broken down into smaller......
Steps
True or false:
You should start studying for a test the night before
False- you should start at least 2-3 days before!
You are assigned a research paper in history class that you have a month to work on. What is one of the first things you should do for your paper?
Pick a topic/find sources/begin research
MULTIPLE MEANING WORDS:
"I caught a bug"- what can the word bug mean?
-an insect
-a sickness/illness
Holding the last 2 directions in your head while you do the next step of the directions
Working memory
Why is it important to think about possible obstacles that might get in the way of achieving your goal?
So you can think of a strategy to work around them
After putting in all of your notes and studying, what's the last thing you can do before taking the test?
HINT: Remember the PPCQ Method!
Quiz yourself! (practice)
True/False:
When you have 2 weeks to work on an assignment, it's a good idea to start it just 2 days before it's due
False- you should plan on starting it in the first day or two so you can break it down into smaller steps!
Cognitive means what part of your body?
The brain
Keeping your homework assignment in your head until you write it in your planner
Short term memory
Is this a goal?
"I want to be better at math"
No- it needs to be more specific!
Why is studying effectively so important?
Helps you do better on quizzes and tests/helps you learn and remember things easier
What is a positive benefit to having good time management skills?
Less stressful/can accomplish more/can get things done easier