Note-Taking Camp: Visual Notes & Mind Mapping for Neurodivergent / ADHD Preteens
Bridget Smith M.Ed.
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This two day workshop is designed to help neurodivergent preteens with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning differences improve their working memory by learning and practicing simple effective visual note taking strategies.
Class experience
This two day camp is designed to support preteens in developing their note taking, reading, and listening comprehension skills. Each session offers students opportunities to learn and practice note taking strategies. Each class will begin with a mini lesson on a note taking strategy that is effective for students with ADHD and other learning differences. The strategies taught in this class are: Day 1:Sketch Notes Day 2: Mind Mapping Preteens will then use the strategy of the day to...
2 lessons//1 Week
Week 1Lesson 1Sketch NotesThrough presentation and practice, learners will explore why adding visual elements to their notes will improve working memory.Lesson 2Mind MappingThrough examples, guides, and practice, learners will explore mind mapping as a note taking strategy.
Students will have the opportunity to learn, practice, and evaluate visual notetaking and mind mapping.
Bridget Smith is a teacher and parent with ADHD. Her focus on Outschool is supporting students with ADHD, other neurodiverse learners, and students with learning differences. She has taught over 2000 learners with ADHD and executive function challenges here on Outschool. She is a credentialed teacher who has taught preschoolers through adult learners. Bridget is credentialed by the State of California to teach K-12 Students.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Assessments include an un-timed Kahoot! to help the student evaluate how note taking supported their comprehension of the presentation. I will also give a Google Doc based self assessment form that invites the learner to share "takeaways" from the class and identify possible situations where they can continue to practice these note-taking strategies. Assessments are optional and may be done after class. As we close each class section I will also ask students to evaluate and share verbally or in the chat how the note-taking strategy worked for them.Grades Offered
This class teaches note-taking strategies that help learners with dyslexia or dysgraphia explore strategies that are simple and use few words. Learners with ADHD will also explore new techniques to improve working memory and improve focus.
This class requires access to paper and a pen or pencil. Students can also take notes on a tablet with a stylus if they prefer.
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Bridget Smith is a teacher and parent with ADHD. Her focus on Outschool is supporting students with ADHD, other neurodiverse learners, and students with learning differences. She has taught over 5000 learners with ADHD and executive function challenges here on Outschool. She is a credentialed teacher who has taught preschoolers through adult learners. Bridget is credentialed by the State of California to teach K-12 Students.
The sketch note section of the class was inspired by the video "Sketchofrenzy: The Basics of Visual Note-Taking". I have permission from the creator to share this resource with students and families.
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Average rating:4.6Number of reviews:(847)
I love being part of the Outschool learning community! I offer executive function courses for neurodivergent and preteens and students with learning disabilities. I specialize in supporting teens with ADHD, autistic learners, learners with...
Group Class
$35
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-13
3-12 learners per class
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