Strategies for Academic Success: Improve Executive Function High School & Beyond
In this multi-day course, teens learn tips, strategies, and techniques in areas like goal setting, note-taking, reading, memorization, test-taking strategies, time management, and more for long-term success in academic their careers. #superstar
Misses Dee
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(229)
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this course, students will explore several topics to set them up for long-term academic success in high school and college. Whether homeschooled, transitioning from homeschool to public school, already in high school or preparing for college, the skills taught in this course will be invaluable for any student's academic career. There will be discussions, tip lists, visual aids, lectures, and hands-on practice and exploration activities to assist in solidifying the information. Students will be encouraged to take notes during the class and a PDF copy of the presentation will be offered after each session. We will cover the following: Class 1: Organization and Motivation (includes how to plan ahead in a day, use tools like agendas, and understand LMS) Class 2: Time Management and Goals (learn tips and the POMODORO technique, understanding why goals are important, setting SMART goals) Class 3: Note-Taking Methods and Reading Strategies (why taking notes is important, 4 types of note-taking, when to use them, and the SQ3Rs reading strategy) Class 4: Memorization Techniques and Study Strategies (explore and practice different memory techs, tips for effective study strategies, and several ways to create study guides) Class 5: Test Preparation and Test-Taking Techniques (tips for preparing for tests, different types of tests, and techniques for before and during testing) No prior knowledge is necessary to take this class. Learners can expect to finish the course with a toolbox for academic success that includes tools, tips, strategies, and techniques in the most critical areas of their pedagogic journey. Stress about classes, studying, and taking tests will diminish as learners create their toolbox and apply what they learn.
Learning Goals
Upon finishing the course, learners should be able to:
Compare different types of motivation, goals, tools, strategies, and techniques related to academic success.
Understand the importance of said strategies and techniques as they lend to academic success.
Utilize tools such as agendas, LMS, dictionaries, and more.
Explain how to use and the importance of following a rubric.
Understand what an LMS is and the basics of using it.
Experiment with time management tips and strategies.
Identify different types of note-taking strategies, and describe the purposes and importance of each.
Describe different strategies for reading, memorizing information, studying, and preparing for and taking tests.
Create and experiment with different study guides.
Describe the different types of tests and strategies for taking such tests.
Other Details
Supply List
Notebook and pen/pencil to take notes
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
229reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Massachusetts Amherst
Associate's Degree from Fort Hayes State University
AA in Child Development
BA in Language Development
TESOL Certification
Teaching Certification
20+ years in education and curriculum planning
Mom of 3 teen/tweens
**Further experience notes: During my 20+ years working in Education, I have worked with all age groups. I really do not favor one group over the other as they are each special in their own way. However, I have always found it easy to build rapport and sound relationships with teens. While in Ecuador, I built an English Language Academy and often taught the teen and adult classes due to the level of English required. These classes fulfilled me so much because of the conversations, relationships, and learning experiences the student brought to me! Additionally, I have worked in afterschool and summer programs where I gravitated to the older groups of teens. I have completed many 1 on 1 tutoring with teens to help with studying and test preparation. Reviews
Live Group Class
$75
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-10 learners per class
