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At Study Skills Your Way, we blog about ways all students spend their time when it comes to study habits and completing their assignments. This is for the benefit of those of you who are looking to build habits and methods that really work. For some, this could mean organizing their materials or space differently, while others may find new techniques that produce results.
We help students develop new skills that lead to better results on their schoolwork. That’s why we talk about ideas that can help students feel more capable when it comes to learning. Pick up new tips and insights on how to stay organized and do more with your time spent studying. Adding structure to the way you study can improve results on just about every aspect of your education. We make it easier to complete homework on time, by providing a better all-around learning experience. Whatever the reason, Study Skills Your Way wants to present useful information that can have an impact on a student’s future.
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WHY SO MANY STUDENTS STRUGGLE WITH MATH
Math is a very abstract subject. For students, learning usually happens best when they can relate it to real life. As math becomes more advanced and challenging, that can be difficult to do. As a result, many students find themselves needing to work harder and practice longer to understand more abstract math concepts.
Unlike a lot of other subjects, there is no room for error when it comes to math. Your child either understands what he or she is doing, or not. Because of this, math can quickly become a frustrating and stressful experience for students.
Math Strategies
What are some areas where you can use math strategies?
Computation Strategies
- Using facts
- Recognizing relationships between operations
- Following models
Problem-Solving Strategies
- Understanding the problem
- Following models
- Planning the solution
- Showing your work
Test-Taking Strategies
- Following directions
- Following models
- Showing your work
- Using time wisely
This is not a complete list – it is just meant to get you thinking about where strategies can be useful! Click on the download button to get more math strategies.
READING AND WRITING ARE THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF ACADEMIC SUCCESS.
Reading and writing are not just important for English class. Strong reading and writing skills help your child in every school subject, which is why having a strong English foundation is so important.
Help your child develop a solid understanding of reading, writing, and spelling — from grasping the fundamentals to applying advanced concepts.
English Strategies
What are some areas where you can use English strategies?
Grammar
- Recognizing parts of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc.)
- Parsing sentences (finding and labeling parts of speech in a sentence)
- Diagramming sentences (finding and labeling parts of speech by drawing a representation of the relationships among words and phrases in the sentence)
- Writing and editing complete sentences
Writing
- Brainstorming
- Using graphic organizers
- Writing and editing paragraphs
- Writing for different audiences, purposes, genres, assignments, etc.
Test-Taking Strategies
- Following Directions
- Recognizing Errors
- Correcting Sentences
This is not a complete list – it is just meant to get you thinking about where strategies can be useful! Click on the download button to get more English strategies.
MAKE SENSE OF HOW THE WORLD WORKS WITH SCIENCE
Help your child learn how the world works through scientific concepts with science strategies. We help your child develop stronger thinking, learning, and studying skills which lead to a more organized approach to understanding science. Starting with easy to grasp concepts and working our way up to complex scientific theories, your child will have a newly cultivated passion for the subject of science.
Our science strategies ensure your child understands the scientific concepts at every grade level. Students will also develop stronger thinking and learning skills, becoming active thinkers both inside the classroom and beyond.
Science Strategies
What are some areas where you can use science strategies?
Content Knowledge
- Vocabulary
- Concepts
- How to Read Your Textbook
Experiments, Labs, and Projects
- Following Directions
- Using the Scientific Method
- Meeting Deadlines
- Working in Groups
Test-Taking Strategies
- Study Guides
- Study Methods
- Different Types of Questions
- Using the Test
This is not a complete list – it is just meant to get you thinking about where strategies can be useful! Click on the download button to get more science strategies.
What Is Social Studies and why do I need it?
Social studies can also be referred to as the social sciences. It’s a field that deals with human behavior, relationships, resources, and institutions.
Specific topics within social studies that are studied in school coursework include geography, anthropology, economics, history, sociology, political science, and civics.
The main reason to learn social studies is to become a good citizen. We live in a diverse society, one that requires knowledge of social studies to succeed. With a social studies background, children become adults who can participate civilly in our democratic society.
Social Studies Strategies
What are some areas where you can use social studies strategies?
Content Knowledge
- Vocabulary
- Concepts
- How to Read Your Textbook
Maps, Graphs, and Charts
- Drawing and Labeling
- Reading and Interpreting
Test-Taking Strategies
- Study Guides
- Study Methods
- Different Types of Questions
- Using the Test
This is not a complete list – it is just meant to get you thinking about where strategies can be useful! Click on the download button to get more social studies strategies.