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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. "I found this course very useful and informative. I will be using many strategies in my classroom with students." - Jeanette Tamargo      Registration Fee $185        Tell a Friend About PDI Online Courses

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Unit One Introduction to the Online Course Assignment #1: Write an Autobiography Setting Study Goals and Developing a Purpose Unit Two Helping Students Become Active Learners Time Management and Organization Developing Critical Reading Skills Assignment #2: Test Students' Listening Skills or Write a Reflection Unit Three Using Mnemonics Note Taking and Outlining Skills Using Study Buddies Assignment #3: Develop Mnemonics for Students

Unit Four Using Practice Tests and Online Quizzes The Teacher’s Role: How To Help Students Study Smarter Using Audio and Visual Aids for Studying Assignment #4: Create a Practice Test Unit Five Creating a Healthy Study Environment Developing Lifelong Study Habits Mastering Test Taking: Tips and Tricks Assignment #5: Write a Guide for Parents Unit Six Test Day: How to Be Prepared Resources for Good Study Habits and Further Exploration Assignment #6: Create a Study Guide for Students

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