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Where Do I Begin?Helping Your Child with Study and Organization
Techniques
Parent University, February 5, 2011Ginny Sharp, MSEd, NCC
Study Environment!
Quiet environmentLighting-no eyestrain Clear space on desk, table, or counterSupplies: paper, pencil, calculator,
assignment notebook, dictionary, computer, printer, glasses, drink, snack, etc.
Storage
Study Environment!Temperature is importantToo cold-thinking slows and may be unclearToo hot-you might get sleepy
Study Environment!
Freedom from interruptionsTurn off distractions
Time Management!Plan specific time for studying
Review new content nightlyHave assignments recorded in assignment notebook
Time Management!
Prioritize workSet specific goals Check assignments off when finished
If you get stuck, ask for help
Steps for Dealing with Homework!1. Understand what the
assignment is and write it down2. Take home proper materials3. Understanding directions of the
assignment4. Remember to bring homework
back to school and turn in to the proper class
Procrastination!Why does it happen:Task is too difficult/unpleasantFear of failureConfusionDisinterestDifficulty concentratingDifficulty setting prioritiesFatigue
Procrastination Solutions!Positive self-talk to motivate/RehearseAsk for help (teacher, parent, another
student)Assistance with priority setting/FeedbackReward when task is completedSet study time when you are at your bestBreak tasks into small chunksTake breaksDo unpleasant task first
Improve Concentration When Studying!
RelaxClear your mind of worrisome thoughtsMonitor your thoughts while working to
make sure you stay on taskRelate what you are studying to your own
lifeMake the content meaningfulThink about new content covered in classReview/highlight your notes
SMART Goal Setting!What are you going to do and how are you going to do it?
Specific (I will do…)Measurable (check it off)Achievable(3 new words a day)Relevant(is this important to learning)
Timely (timeline, deadline)
During Class!Connect new information & prior
knowledgeMonitor focus/Participate/Ask ?Take notes on the main pointsListen for key words (this is important or remember this)
What is likely to be on the testWrite down the assignment
The Pitcher & The Catcher!Think of it this way:
The teacher is the pitcherThe student is the catcher.
Important information
After Class!Review your notes and think about what was covered in class.
Some people like to rewrite their notes as they study.
Some people like to underline or highlight important ideas and vocabulary.
Remembering!Study regularly-avoid crammingRehearse the information you are studyingOrganize the information by connecting it to prior knowledge
Teach the information to someoneVisualizeAcronyms-Order of Operations PEMDASFlash Cards
Organizing your Binder!Pencil bag-pencils, pens, post-its, highlighters. Label pocket folder/dividers with subject namesUse different colors for different subjectsHomework folderPaperSheet protectors3-ring hole punchAssignment notebook
Book Bag!Pack it up as soon as you finish your homework
Put it near the front door to grab on your way to school
During the school day, put things in it that need to go home.
When arriving home put it in your workspace
Clean it out regularly
