Study Smarter Not Harder: Study Skills for Students (Grades K-8)

Do your students need study skills training to help them become better students and test takers? This course will provide techniques, ideas and resources for helping students to develop their study skills such as the use of mnemonics, time management and note-taking skills, and the ability to establish a good study environment. With the use of visual aids, innovative strategies, and helpful worksheets, teachers will be able to develop their students’ study skills and help take the fear out of test-taking. "This course gave me a wealth of information that was easy to implement in my classroom." - Nayda Greaney      Registration Fee $124        Tell a Friend About PDI Online Courses

Topical Outline/Three Units    Click here to request a copy of the syllabus

Unit One Introduction to the Course Setting Study Goals and Developing a Purpose Test #1 Post an autobiography (what you teach, grade level, etc.) Unit Two Helping Students Become Active Learners Time Management and Organization Developing Critical Reading Skills Test #2 Unit Three Using Mnemonics Note Taking and Outlining Skills Using Study Buddies Test #3

Unit Four Using Practice Tests and Online Quizzes How To Help Students Study Smarter Using Audio and Visual Aids for Studying Test #4 Unit Five Creating a Healthy Study Environment Developing Lifelong Study Habits Mastering Test Taking: Tips and Tricks Test #5 Unit Six Test Day: How to Be Prepared Resources for Good Study Habits and Further Exploration Written Assignment: Create a Study Guide for Students

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