Ready for High School? Essential Skills for Student Success in the Teen Years
The transition from middle school to high school can be daunting for many students. This four-session course aims to equip incoming high school students with essential study skills and strategies to thrive academically.
Wendy Wawrzyniak
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4.9
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssessment
These are mostly reflection activities and opportunities to practice skills learned.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
The transition from middle school to high school can be daunting for many students. This four-session course aims to equip incoming high school students with essential study skills and strategies to thrive academically. Through interactive activities, discussions, and practical exercises, students will develop effective study habits, time management skills, note-taking techniques, and critical thinking abilities. By the end of the course, students will feel confident and prepared to navigate the challenges of high school academics successfully. See course syllabus for the topics in each session. Responses to student questions will, in most cases be within 24 hours, and never more than 48. Student work and reflection is given feedback for the week on Sundays. It is estimated that the entire course will take four one-hour-long sessions, paced at one per week.
Learning Goals
Understand the differences between middle school and high school academics.
Implement time management techniques
Understand the importance of good notetaking and develop different methods
Develop critical thinking skills for analyzing information and problem solving strategies
Manage text anxiety and stress
Learn effective exam prep techniques.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Session 1: Introduction to High School Study Skills
• Understanding the differences between middle school and high school academics
• Setting academic goals for high school success
• Introduction to effective study habits and strategies
• Time management techniques for balancing academics and extracurricular activities 18 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Session 2: Note-Taking and Organization
• Importance of good note-taking skills
• Different note-taking methods (e.g., Cornell method, outlining)
• Organizing notes for easy retrieval and study
• Using technology for note-taking and organization (e.g., digital note-taking apps, calendars) 22 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Session 3: Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
• Developing critical thinking skills for analyzing information
• Strategies for problem-solving in various subjects
• Practicing critical thinking through real-life scenarios and case studies
• Understanding the importance of asking questions and seeking clarification 15 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Session 4: Exam Preparation and Test-Taking Strategies
• Effective exam preparation techniques (e.g., creating study schedules, using study aids)
• Test-taking strategies for different types of exams (e.g., multiple choice, essay)
• Managing test anxiety and stress
• Reviewing and reflecting on study skills learned throughout the course 25 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Supply List
Notebook or notetaking app is suggested
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Teaching Certificates
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Special Education
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Florida Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
With over two decades of secondary teaching experience, I have experience with helping students to implement skills and strategies early in high school that have helped them to thrive in the high school setting.Reviews
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Ages: 13-16
