Learning Styles
Name one studying strategy that would be helpful if you are an AUDITORY learner.
Reading notes/flashcards out loud.
Sitting where you can hear.
Record yourself and then listen to recording.
This word means the action of postponing or delaying something (like starting a project).
Procratination
Procrastinating
True or False:
It's a good idea to wait until the night before a big test to start studying.
FALSE!
True or False: Your teacher will be mad at you if you answer a question wrong.
FALSE!
Your teachers just want to see that you are trying.
How frequently should you be checking your agenda book?
At least once every day.
Every afternoon when you go home.
Sitting where you can hear is very important if you have this learning style.
Auditory
What should you do to keep track of important due dates, deadlines and upcoming tests/quizzes?
Write them down in agenda
Use a calendar
What should you do if you realize you are confused about a certain topic when you start studying?
(This is another reason why it's important to not wait until the day before to start studying).
If you become nervous before speaking in class, try this to help calm down.
Belly breathing
Deep breaths
What should you be checking regularly to see what your grades are in your classes?
Schoolbrains
Google Classroom
Drawing pictures or diagrams to help study new concepts is one strategy you could use if you have this learning style.
Visual
Poor time management/desire to do something more fun
Fear (if you got a bad grade on an assignment before)
Distraction
Always write down things the teacher _____________.
Writes on the board
Says are important
Repeats over and over again
It's much easier to participate and share a relevant comment/question if you do this.
Pay attention
Listen to the teacher
List 2 tips for keeping your binder organized.
Have a set time to clean it out each week
Throw away old papers
Make sure papers are in the right section
Reinforce any torn pages
If binder is breaking, get a new one.
If you have this learning style, it means you understand and remember things through physical movement. You are a "hands-on" learner.
Tactile
Name something you could do to avoid distractions when working on an assignment.
Put phone on Do Not Disturb mode.
Put phone in another room.
Work in a quiet place.
If you speak another language, this study tip is for you!
Write some of your notes in your first language. Translate back and forth to help your brain remember and make connections.
If you are too nervous to answer a question, you could participate by doing this instead.
Volunteer to read
Name one benefit to being organized.
You always know where the materials you need are.
Don't lose things as easily
You'll probably get better grades because of turning in Homework on time, having your classwork, etc.
Name the 3 types of learning styles
Auditory
Visual
Tactile
Why is it helpful to try to finish an assignment BEFORE the due date?
Because it might take longer than expected.
If you have questions, you have time to ask your teacher.
Something might come up in your personal life where you won't have as much time to work as you expected.
This is a term for a pattern of letters, ideas or associations that you can use to remember something
Mnemonic Device
You can show your teacher you are listening by doing this.
Use your body language - Make eye contact, face the speaker, don't have side conversations.
If you become overwhelmed about all of your homework, projects, activities and chores, you could create one of THESE to help keep track of everything you need to do.
To Do List!