Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

Your future is created by what you do today,

 Not tomorrow

Robert Kiyosaki

SQ3R

SQ3R: A Great Reading and Studying Technique

Improve Your Study Skills

SQ3R stands for:

Survey

Questions

Read

Recite

Review

It is a proven technique to sharpen your study skills.

In college, you’ll be required to do lots of reading. You’ll often have to complete reading assignments in several different books for several different courses at the same time.

SQ3R helps make reading and studying purposeful and effective, so that you use your time most efficiently. Here’s how this strategy works.

Survey

Let’s say your assignment is to read one chapter. First, get an idea of what the chapter is about by reviewing the highlights:

·        Read the title, headings and subheadings

·        Notice words that are italicized or bold.

·        Look at charts, graphs, pictures, maps and other visual material.

·        Read captions.

·        Read very beginning and end of the chapter.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

NEVER

“There is no justification ever for

Choosing any part of what you

 Know to be evil”

Any Rand

(Novelist, philosopher, play writing, screenwriter)

Reading

5 Tips for Success

Tip 5

Tip 5: Keep a List of Questions

When you feel confused about something you’re reading, write down any questions you have. Sometimes your questions are answered as you read further. If not, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Remember, teachers create assignments:; they’ve read the texts and are familiar with them. When you have specific questions, your teachers can provide answers that will help you better understand the material. Learning is rooted in questions developed and asked by the learner.

Asking questions to yourself, to the teacher, and to others, is a great learning method. When you cease to ask questions, you cease to exist to a great extent. Read actively by silently asking questions as you read. Questioning immerses you into the material you are reading and therefore will expand your mental capacities more than almost anything else.

The philosopher Sir Francis Bacon said, “Knowledge is power.” Improving your reading comprehension is the key to gaining important knowledge and making the most of your education. So pick up a book… and pen.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“When I was teaching basketball, I urged my players to try them handers to improve on that very day, you make that practice a masterpiece.

 This rule is even more important in life than basketball. You have to apply yourself each day to become a little better. By applying yourself to the task of becoming a little better each and every day over a period of time, you will become a lot better.

 Only then will you be able to approach being the best you can be. It begins by trying to make each day count and knowing you can never make up for a lost day

John Wooden

Reading

5 Tips for Success

Tips 3-4

Tips 3: Do Research

Literary critics have written vast numbers of analytical and critical pieces on countless books. If you’re having trouble understanding a particular text, do some research and see what knowledgeable sources have to say about it. In addition to increasing your comprehension, you’ll also be showing initiative, something teachers always like to see. Always use legitimate and scholarly sources, not condensed study guides. Going the extra mile in your research elevates your achievement 10-fold.

Tip 4: Use a Dictionary

Make sure you have access to a dictionary when you’re reading. You can often figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, but sometimes you can’t. Rather than simply skipping over the words you don’t know, take the time to look them up. The results are well worth the effort. Your comprehension will increase greatly, and you’ll build your vocabulary at the same time.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Every time I've done something that doesn't feel

Right

It’s ended up not being right”

Mario Cuomo

(52^nd government of NY)

Reading 5 tips for success

Reading

5 tips for success

Reading and writing go hand in hand. Better you understand you understand a text, the more likely you are to successfully communicate your thoughts about it in writing. So it’s important to develop strong skills In both areas. Whit that in mind, here how to improve your reading comp5reshion.

Tips ½

Be an active reader. Instead of passively reading a text take notes about important store elements, key factual information and significant ideas in the text.

Tip 2: Note the Author s writing style

 Every author writes whit purpose, using deliberate methods to succefully relate specific information to the author. When you’re reading looks for  a patter in the author  writing . for example , you me y notice  a repetition  of key words , phases or symbols  -- or the  use of district  type of sentence structure  Author employ this  writing strategies  to help readers  comprehend  a central argument  or theme , so  be suer to how explore these  techniques create meaning

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

The Three Don’ts

Don’t whine

Don’t complain

Don’t make excuse

John Wooden

5 Tips for Staying Motivated Tips 3-5

5 Tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 3-5

3. Set attainable Goals

If you’re having trouble writing a 25-page paper for class because its seems like such a big job, don’t focus on that final number. Break the paper down and consider each section of your paper individually. You can handle any project in small chunks.

4. Find a Social Support Network

Create a group of people around you who want to help you succeed. Mentors can be teachers or family friends who can give you guidance and help you develop new skills. Counselors can help you with planning your courses and starting to explore colleges. You can also reach out to friends and peers who can motivate you by listening and sharing ideas.

5. Acknowledge Your Accomplishments

Give yourself a quick reward when you complete an assignment or task. Take a walk, send an email get snack. Then move on to the next project

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5 tips for Staying Motivated

Tip 1-2

To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all times. But sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated, even when you really care about the work you’re doing. Here are five ways to stay on the right track.

1. Focus on High-Impact Activities

The key to success in school is staying focused on your course work. Make a list to get an overall picture of your workload before you start to tackle any of it. Then, make a plan. Although it’s tempting to do the simplest assignments first, those that take more time and effort to accomplish are probably the ones that you’ll learn the most from.

To determine what your priorities are, rank your assignments in the order of their importance. Then rearrange your time and devote more energy toward those that have the greatest impact on your course work and grades. For example, even though all homework assignments are important, studying for a midterm exam takes priority over writing a paragraph for English class. As you complete each task, think of it as another step on your way to college success.

2. Create New Challenges

Changing your approach can help you stay interested in what you’re doing. If you’re been given an assignment similar to one you’ve done in the past, think about it in a different way. If you wrote an essay for a creative writing assignment last year, try a poem this time. For book reports, pick a history book instead of another biography.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway.”

John Wayne

Student Success Statement

“You have only always to do what is right. It will become easier by practice, and you enjoy in the midst of your trials the pleasure of an approving conscience”

Robert E. Lee

Reflection: I think that he said is right because when you practice something, by the time it will be easier to do.

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn’t Control You

Part 3

Take Advantage of Any Free Time

If you have a study period or a long bus ride, use the time to review notes, prepare for an upcoming class or start your homework. Flash cards are a great learning tool. They are easy to make, easy to handle, and are a marvelous tool to help you learn and remember anything.

Punch a hole in the upper left corner of each index card and connect the stack of your flash cards with a ring. Then the cards are bound and not flopping around. Flash cards bound like this act like a small book with pages. You can even have separate ringed stacks for each subject. WHETEVER YOU WANT TO REMEMBER, PUT IT ON A CARD.

Study with a Friend

Get together with friends and classmates to quiz each other, compare notes and predict test questions. Consider joining a study group.

Communicate

If you have concerns about the amount or type of homework you have, you may want to talk to your family, teachers or counselor. They can help you understand how much time you need to allot for homework and how to manage your tasks.

Celebrate Your Achievements

Reward yourself for hitting milestones or doing something well.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement 

"Be always sure you're right, 

then go ahead"

Davy Crockett

1786-1836

Take Control of Homework So It Doesn't Control You Part 2

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn't Control You

Part 2

Keep Things in Perspective

Know how much weight each assignment or test carries, and use your time accordingly. Don’t waste time, but be wise and smart. Doing the most important things first is being wise and smart.

Get More Involved

Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes, underlining sections, discussing topics with others or relating your homework to something you’re studying in another class. Learn actively and not passively. Be anxiously engaged in your studies and you will have a great experience. Demonstrate a good attitude toward home assignments, and you will begin to love doing it.

Organize the Information

People process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information, others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you’re having trouble.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Character is higher than intellect “

                            Ralph Waldo Emerson

 Summary:Everything depends on your charter.  

Take Control of Homework So It Doesn’t Control You Part 1

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn’t Control You

Part 1

http://collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/121.html

Although very few students love homework, it does serve a purpose.

 Homework helps you:

·         Reinforce what you’ve learned during the day.

·         Build study habits that are essential in college.

·         Prepare for your classes.

·         Get a sense of progress.

Here are some tips to help you deal with homework more efficiently and effectively.

Set the Mood

Create a good study area with everything you need (for example, a calculator). If you don’t have a quiet place at home, try your school or local library.

Know Where to Begin

Make a list of everything you need to do, and note all deadlines. Do the more difficult assignments first, so you don’t have to face them at the end.

Study at the Same Time Every Day

Even if you don’t have homework every night, use the time to review notes. If sitting down to work is part of your normal routine, you’ll approach it with less dread. Also, you’ll become a pro at using time productively.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

 "I think  it better  to do right  even if  we suffer in so doing  than to incur the reproach of our consciences and posterity"

Robert E. Lee  

Note – talking strategies Part 4

Note – talking strategies

Part 4

For review

Once  you’ve done all of  the avobe , you'll find you’ve created  your own personalized  study gide . cover the min section  of the page  and use the key words  and questions in the left  margin as quiz.

Stick to it

Review  your  notes the day  you take them  an all your notes once  a  week . that  way , you  wont  need  to study  as much   when  its  test  time  you’ve  been  doing the work all along .

Try  out  the correnel systems , but if it dosent work for you , experiments  whit other methos . Ask your  classmates how they take notes  or ask  a teacher for  advice.  And the more you work at it now, the more prepared you'll  be to  take  notes in college.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement 

Tony Farmer, one of the most highly - recruited high school basketball players in ohio , collapse in court tuesday after receive a three year prison sentence

Note-Taking Strategies Part 3

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 3

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/955.html

After Class

As soon as class ends, review your notes and fill in any blanks. Underline, highlight and use symbols to sort through the information. If you don’t understand something, get help from your teacher or classmates.

After you’ve reviewed all your notes from class, in the left-hand area of the page write down key words and questions your teacher might ask on a test.

At the bottom of each page, write a summary of the notes. This helps you digest what you’ve learned. It also improves your memory of the material for the long term and for tests down the road.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement 

"he listens well who takes noted "

Dante Alighieri

What Enhances Your Listening? 

Note-Taking Strategies Part 2

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 2

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/955.html

During Class

One approach that has been proven effective is called the Cornell Note-Taking System. Here are some of its methods.

Start by using the main section of your page to take down your notes during class.be sure to leave space on the left side of the page and the bottom. Things to keep in mind:

1.      Get the speakers main point. Don’t write down every word you hear.

2.      Leave blanks in your notes to add explanations later.

3.      Organize as you write. Pay attentions to cues such as repetitions and emphasis.

4.      Indicate main and supporting points as you go.

5.      Jot down key vocabulary, important facts and formulas.

6.      Ask questions. If you’re confused it’s better to ask while the material is fresh in your mind.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

 when you believe you can you can

MAXWELL MALTZ

Note-Taking Strategies Part 1

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/955.html

How to get your class notes into shape

Getting the most out of high school and college, means studying hard and using your time in class wisely. An effective note-taking strategy can help you do both. Here are the basics.

Stay Organized

It may seem obvious, but your class notes can only help you if you can find them. When you’re taking notes be sure to:

·        Keep all your notes in one place.

·        Date and number pages; keeping them in order makes it easier to understand them later.

Before class

Review the materials assigned for that class period thoroughly. Bring a list of any questions you may have.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

"Tell me what is right and 

I will fight for it"

Woodrow Wilson

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for you? Part 4 of4

Distance Education: Is a virtual Classroom for you?

Part 4 of 4

Emphasis on the written word

Most of the communication, as well as course work, in the distance learning classes’ it written. However, if writing is a serious weakness for you improve your skills. Yes, most of your assignments will be written and submitted to the instructor in the written format. Your penmanship needs to be excellent extraordinary. You need to have online access with retable equipment. if your  internet  communications   at home  isn’t working you  can’t  do online  education  form  home  and will need  to go to someplace  where you do have access to internet.

Decide Whether It’s Right for You.

Distance education isn’t for everyone, but it just might be for you.  While  distance  educational  may  be the perfect alternative  for some  students , it’s not  the right  choice  for everyone . so carefully  consider  your  unique needs  and  interest and give distance education a try : then decide  if it  is right for you.

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Student success statement

 Student success statement 

“YOU MUST LIVE IN THE PRESENT TO SECURE YOUR FUTURE “

REVEREND ROBERT CRAIG

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom For You? PART 3

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom For You?

PART 3

Challenging aspects of distance education

·       Lack of in-person interaaccion :some educators  argue that both teacher-student and student-student contract are essential to learning . In a distance-learning classroom , you may  be able to participate in clas dicussions , conferences – but its not the sam as beig whit other students  in a classroom .

·       Different levels of quality : Many dictance – education  programs  supply an ecelent learning experiences , but others  may not. Research choosing your own program , look  into its accreditation before  enrolling .

·       The need to self start : Distance education .if you have a hard  time getting motivate , this might not be the ideal educational  setting for you.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

"what lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared  to what lies within us"

Ralph Waldo Emerson 

Distance education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You? Part 2

 Distance education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 2

Positive Aspects of Distance Education

·        Independence and time management: Taking courses online lets you hone your ability to work on your own. You also gain experience in managing your time efficiently.

·        A flexible schedule: Schools can only provide a certain number of class periods in a single school day, and there may not be enough time for you take everything you want. Distance education lets you take classes outside regular school hours, it gives you flexibility to explore all you areas of interest.

·        Advanced and specialized classes: some schools can’t provide advanced or specialized classes. Distance education gives you the chance to gain experience in areas that would otherwise remain out of reach.

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 Alex schwazer

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You? Part 1

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/47337.html

You may want to take a class that your high school doesn’t offer. Under some circumstances, you can still enroll in the class- through distance learning.

Distance education means taking a class without being physically present where it is being taught. Internet-based technology lets students participate in lectures and class sessions online from almost anywhere.

Some high schools agree to recognize distance-learning credits when they don’t have the resources to offer a course themselves. Distance education is often used to increase options in rural areas and for AP courses.

For you, it might mean doing self-tutorial at home in the evening, or participating in a class that is 1,000 miles away, along with other high school students. Check with your school counselor to see what’s available.

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