If your student is often rushed or has difficulty finishing class tests How to Apply It! You will feel much more confident about taking a test if you have reliable strategies to fall back on when you run into challenging problems or feel rushed for time. Not... View More
If you often get incorrect answers on content you know or have difficulty finishing How to Apply It! 1) Realize that doing well on tests goes beyond just knowledge, but also knowing how to strategically approach tests depending on the type of questions asked... View More
If your student studied hard but is worried about forgetting key information during a test How to Apply It! 1) Jot notes to yourself at the start of the test to be sure that you do not forget something really important or if you are very anxious that you mig... View More
Create Your Own Flashcards 1) Use multi-colored index cards to categorize the information by color. Write the term or concept on one side and the definition, answer, or explanation on the other side. Keep the writing short and simple. 2) If you learn better... View More
If your student struggles to remember core information and it might affect their self-confidence and participation in a group project ADAPTING WITH WEAKER MEMORY IN GROUP WORK 1) Use note taking and organization strategies that will help you remember what wa... View More
ADAPTING WITH SLOWER SPEED IN GROUP WORK 1) Take steps to support the group's pacing as a whole and allow everyone to participate more equally and comfortably, regardless of speed. 1) Suggest a group schedule that accommodates your needs. For example, you di... View More
If your student's strongest skill is visual memory and you want to strengthen their self-confidence in group projects USING STRONG VISUAL MEMORY IN GROUP WORK 1) Visual memory can be a great asset in group projects that are more hands-on or visually based. ... View More
If your student feels overwhelmed or uncertain at starting a writing assignment How to Apply It! 1) While you might tend to write from beginning to end, breaking up a writing assignment into distinct chunks and starting in the middle, or wherever you have ... View More