Study Skills With Coaching and Encouragement FLEX (Ages 10-15)
In this 4 week flex class, students will develop skills in goal setting, organization, taking notes, studying, and taking tests with the goal of becoming independent, confident students.
Christen Majewicz
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(61)
What's included
Homework
1-2 hours per week. The weekly assignments and challenges should take about an hour per week. Students are also encouraged to apply the strategies they are learning to their current classes.Assessment
The student will be encouraged to reflect on their own progress in class as well as make goals for the future.Class Experience
As students transition to middle and high school, study skills become increasingly important. In this 4 week class, students will learn skills to become more independent, confident, life-long learners. I developed this class as a flex class, because regular check-ins can help build habits. There will be NO live meetings for this class. The material will be posted weekly and you can view it during the week at your convenience. Students will be encouraged to build a community of learning and sharing their ideas on our classroom page. I will also check-in with students individually and be available for assistance. Weekly Topics: Week 1: Knowing Yourself, Goal Setting, and Organization Week 2: Note-taking Strategies Week 3: Studying & Reviewing Strategies Week 4: Test-taking Strategies Weekly Posts and Assignments: MONDAY - New Topic, Goal-setting, and Challenge Day - I will post a short, topical lecture with practical tips and a worksheet to help students apply the weekly topic. I will also post a weekly challenge. Students are encouraged to watch the lecture and post their goals for the week. We will cheer each other on throughout the week as we strive to meet our goals. WEDNESDAY - Encouragement Day - Halfway through the week, I will share encouragement to finish the week strong and check in to make sure everyone is on track to meeting their goals. FRIDAY - Reflection and Springing Forward to the Next Week - At the end of the week, we will share our celebrations and struggles. We will do a weekly review and think forward to how we can prepare for a great next week. Students can send a written or video review of their week to the teacher. The teacher will respond by sending a personalized video response at the end of the week to each student. Learner and Teacher Interactions: The learners and teacher will interact with each other throughout the week. This includes discussions, would you rather questions, surveys (using Google forms), etc. I will personally respond to each learner's weekly review with a video message. I will also be available throughout the class to support learners as they work towards meeting their goals.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to become independent, life-long learners. They will learn skills to organize themselves and study effectively. They will apply these skills to their current classes. They will also learn how to access help and resources when needed.
Other Details
Supply List
I recommend all students have a planner. (I will share a pdf of a planner if students don't have one) Students will need to print their assignments.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2021
5.0
61reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have taught a wide range of students in formal and informal settings. I have taught study skills, time management, notetaking, and other life skills as part of my Advisory class and my AVID class in the high school setting. Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly4 weeks
Completed by 7 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
