Study Smart - Study Skills
Study Smart is a 2-lesson class. In each 45-minute session, students will learn how to create an effective study environment, learn how the brain understands and remembers information, and explore approaches to studying new material.
Lori Caughel, M. Ed
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(3)
What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
This class will meet on two different days for 45 minutes each time. Through class discussion and exploration of past practices, students will learn:
* What does and does not work in an effective study environment
* How the brain connects new and old material to create understanding and retention
* Various approaches to studying
* How to create and use memory aides
There will be no homework or assessment requirements for this class. Through email, I will also be available after the completion of the class for follow up questions.Learning Goals
Students will evaluate the effectiveness of their own study habits.Students will develop a basic understanding of how the mind absorbs and retains information.
Syllabus
2 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Preparing to Study
This first lesson will discuss how the brain stores information and what needs to be done to prepare an environment that is effective for studying. It will also discuss what to do physically and mentally to prepare for the study session. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Study Techniques and Memory Aides
The second session will continue to discuss how the brain retains information but will focus on how to use memory aides to remember information as well as various techniques for studying different types of information. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
5.0
3reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
In addition to being a life-long learner, I have been a certified teacher since 1994. I have taken many courses on educational psychology and have worked with students of various ages to evaluate and improve their own study habits.Reviews
Live Group Class
$35
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-15
2-10 learners per class
