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Note-Taking Camp: Visual Notes & Mind Mapping for Neurodivergent / ADHD Preteens

Completed by 16 learners
Ages 11-13
Live Group Class
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.
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:
(907 reviews)

Live video meetings
2x per week, 1 week
3-12 learners per class
45 min

What's included

2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Assessment
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.
Grading
If the learner submits a self assessment to me within two weeks of our last class session, I am happy to provide a narrative evaluation of their work in the course.

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 take notes in response to a teacher presentation, read aloud, or short article.  These resources will focus on engaging, funny, or silly high interest topics that usually won't be addressed in school.  

After class, learners will receive an optional self paced Kahoot! based on the presentation to test their comprehension and the effectiveness of the note-taking strategy.  After the final camp session, learners will also receive a self assessment that they can use to review what they learned and create a plan for using this strategy in their academic work.

****My Refund Policy ****

Courses/ Camps:
Free transfers upon request when sections are available. Full refund upon request up to one week before the start of class.

Learning Goals

Students will have the opportunity to learn, practice, and evaluate visual notetaking and mind mapping.

Syllabus

2 Lessons
over 1 Week
Lesson 1:
Mind Mapping
 Through examples, guides, and practice, learners will explore mind mapping as a note taking strategy. 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Sketch Notes
 Through presentation and practice, learners will explore why adding visual elements to their notes will improve working memory. 
45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
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.
Parental Guidance
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.
Supply List
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.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
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.

Meet the teacher

Joined June, 2020
4.7
907reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
California Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from University of California, Santa Cruz
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.

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