Study Skills Boot Camp for Teens
In this 3-day class learners will tackle some of the greatest academic challenges that teens face: managing their time, taking good notes, and learning how to study.
Kindred Minds
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(70)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
What are the 3 greatest academic challenges that teens face? 1) Time Management 2) Note Taking 3) How to Study and Prepare for Tests/Exams During this 3-day Study Skills boot camp, learners will get a crash course on how to prepare for academic success by honing their basic study skills. The class will include how to implement a planner or calendar into your daily routine, how to estimate the amount of time necessary to complete assignments and test preparation, scheduling smaller tasks for large projects or assignments, several different note taking methods, the usage of flash cards/note cards, mnemonic devices and study guides. The most effective learning takes place when the teacher is able to see and interact with learners, therefore it is expected that learners will use their cameras and engage in class. If this is not possible, please let the teacher know before the first class. Day 1 - Getting it Together - Take control of your time management skills Day 2 - Note Taking 101 - The basics of Cornell notes, T-Charts, mind mapping, and other note-taking techniques Day 3 - Plan for Success - How to create your own study resources and effectively prepare for tests/exams by creating a system for success. By the end of this 3 day bootcamp, students will have the fundamentals of a system to tackle their academic goals!
Learning Goals
Students will improve their study skills by learning how to take effective notes, use those notes to prepare for tests, implement mnemonic devices for easier recall, and create flash cards for vocabulary and hard to remember content.They will also learn how to manage schedules and time, how to use time to study effectively, and other strategies the teacher may find helpful depending upon the learners in the class.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need paper and a pen or pencil to practice note-taking.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2020
4.9
70reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Auburn University
The teacher has worked with many students over the years, helping them develop time management and study skills, including students who have ADHD, visual processing disorder, dyslexia, or other challenges.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-17
2-8 learners per class
