What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. There will be weekly homework assigned outside of class, including posting on class discussions. It should take between 30 and 40 minutes weekly,. Before Session 1: Learning style and study habits quiz Before Session 2: Choosing a planner and practice prioritizing assignment Before Session 3: Complete the homework routine handout Before Session 4: Practice e-mail to teacherClass Experience
Do you struggle to organize your schoolwork? Is it hard to find time to study? Have you ever dreaded opening your backpack because it's so messy and disorganized? It sounds like you might be ready to level up your study skills! Over 4 sessions, we learn about our brains, learning style, and any personal challenges we might have in staying organized. Then we will leverage our strengths to learn new skills, hacks, and tools for school. Session 1: All about your brain - students will understand their learning style, personality traits, and personal preferences to truly understand how their brain learns, plans, and prefers to organize information. We will use this newfound understanding of our brains to personalize study tips that truly fit your needs. Session 2: Planning, prioritizing, and list keeping - students will learn how to keep their planner, based on their learning style and preferences. They will learn about writing lists, prioritizing their work, and keeping track of longer projects. Session 3: Hacking homework routines - students will create a study space, daily routine, and study rituals (like choosing a favorite LoFi stream or planning great rewards for finishing your work) that will set them up for success. Session 4: Advocating for your needs - students will learn to communicate with their teachers via e-mail and in person, how to ask for support with school challenges, tips on asking for accommodations and extensions, and practice advocating for their own needs in school.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to explain their learning style and organization preferences. They will be able to manage their schoolwork on a daily, weekly, and long-term basis. They will be able to write a to-do list and prioritize tasks in a variety of ways. They will be able to move through a homework routine of their choosing on a daily basis. They will be able to communicate respectfully with their teachers and advocate for their own learning needs with the adults in their life. They will be able to keep their backpack neat and organized.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will use the self-assessments at this site: http://www.educationplanner.org/students/self-assessments/index.shtml
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Teachers College, Columbia University
I have a MS in Teaching & Learning from Colorado State and a MA in International Education from Columbia University. I am certified in Elementary Teaching and 7-12 Social Studies. I taught 5th grade for 5 years, and various K-12 grades and subjects, including study skills and special education, for another 5! In addition to my professional experience, I have personally struggled with organization and study skills, and learned to keep myself organized and on-task by understanding how my own brain work and learning to leverage my strengths!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
60 min
Completed by 135 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
4-12 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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