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Test Yourself!
When I was a high school English teacher, I designed tests that probably vexed some students. Now I try to help frustrated students see past the tests and set themselves up for lifelong learning. But those pesky exams still keep … Continue reading
How is Your Organizational System Working for You?
Is there already a pile of unorganized or maybe even unknown papers on your desk? Perhaps it is time to consider how well your organizational system is working for you. Consider the following questions: Do you feel organized in each … Continue reading
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Taking Good Notes
When you finish school, it won’t matter how many stacks of notes you have, but how well you’ve learned the material. So if you’re taking notes that don’t help you learn, it’s time to reconsider how you take them! With … Continue reading
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Tagged learning styles, notetaking, review, writing
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Get Your Game Face On
As the new school year begins, I invite to consider making “Get Engaged” your mantra this school year. The best learning happens when you are engaged with the material – it’s not about going through the motions of class, homework, … Continue reading
Summer Reading Reminder
You probably looked at the calendar sometime this week and thought to yourself, “It’s August already?! How is that possible??” Summer is indeed coming to a close, so consider this an early, friendly reminder to finish your required summer reading. … Continue reading
Summer Foreign Language Fun
I recently returned from a brief getaway to Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, where I enjoyed the opportunity to use French to order meals, ask for directions, and chat with the innkeeper (the Quebecois are very proud of their French heritage and are … Continue reading
Summer Reading – Your Ace in the Hole
When you were younger, the library tried to entice you to read in the summer by rewarding you with drawings and prizes for every so many hours spent reading. Now that you’re in high school, your teachers try to force … Continue reading
Managing the Stress of Finals
Dear Friends— By this point in the spring, a school year can begin to feel like a marathon. Congratulations! You’re very near the end of the race. I want to encourage you to take especially good care of yourself during … Continue reading
Finals Prep Tips
The April showers have finished, and as we head into May you should start thinking about preparing for finals. Starting now will allow you to have a lower-stress study period and increased success on exams! If final exam study methods … Continue reading
Getting Ready for Math Tests
Math. It’s an infamous four-letter word for many students, but as much as people try to deny it, math skills play an important role in today’s world – from personal finance to many job functions to (if you’re so inclined) … Continue reading