Note Taking Made Easy: Taking Notes on What You Read
In this one time class students will explore easy strategies for taking notes on what they read, improve reading comprehension and learn about bats a very misunderstood animal. Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Supports
Bridget Smith M.Ed.
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What's included
1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
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1 hour per week. Students will have the option of using an untimed Kahoot! about the article to assess their comprehension.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
In this fun short note-taking class learners will explore different techniques for taking notes on what they read. We will also cover how to know what to record in your notes. 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. There are three components to this class: 1) Video lesson on 5W note-taking and what to record in your notes. 2) Video lesson on how to take notes on a textbook, book, or article. 3) Practice exercise on an article about bats that I have previously published. 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.
Learning Goals
Students will learn what to record in their notes as well as different strategies to take notes on written material. Students will be able to use these techniques in their academic studies.
Syllabus
1 Lesson
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Taking Notes on What You Read
This lesson includes two instructional videos and a practice video about bats. 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.
Supply List
You need to print out the article about bats or use the Google Doc version supplied in our online classroom.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
California Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
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 6000 neurodivergent learners with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia 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.Reviews
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Ages: 12-15
