Note-Taking Strategies

Part 2

During class

One approach that has been proven effective is called the Cornell note-taking system. Here are some of its methods. Start by using the main section of your page to take down your notes during class. Be sure to leave space on the left side of the page and the bottom. Things to keep in mind:

1.   Get the speakers main points. Don’t write down every word you hear.

2.   Leave blanks in your notes to add explanations later.

3. organize as you write. pay attention to clues such as repetation and emphasis.

4. indicate main and supporting points as you go.

5. jot down key vocabulary, important facts and formulas.

6. ask questions. if you’re confused, it’s better to ask while the materials is fresh in your mind.

CTR.

When can you make all A's ?

Student Success Statement

"When you believe you can- you can"

Dr. Maxwell Maltz

Reflection: this quote means that having faith and believing in yourself, you can accomplish anything! You just have to keep your head up high and always choose what is right! Never look back, because your bright future is up ahead of you.

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 1

http://www.colegeboard.com/student/plan/college-success/955.html

How to get your class notes into shape

Getting the most out of high school and college means studying harder and using your time in class wisely. An effective note-taking strategy can help you with both. Here are the basics.

Stay organized

It may seem obvious, but your class notes only help you if you can find them. When you’re taking notes be sure to:

·       Keep all your notes in one place

·       Date and number the pages; keeping them in order makes it easier to understand them later.

Before class

Review the materials assigned for that class period thoroughly. bring a list of any questions you may have.

CTR.

When is it OK to fight?

Student Success Statement

"Tell me what is right and I will fight for it."

- Woodrow Wilson

Reflection: this quote means that, it is not easy to get things you wish for, because you have to earn them and fight for them. For example, if you were to play a sport, Soccer, Football, or Basketball, and it is a state championship, you are wishing to win, but you just don't win because you say so, you win with dedication, worthy, and fighting.

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 4

Emphasis on the writing word

Most of the communications, as well as the course work, in the distance learning class is written. That’s a plus, because the focused on the written word gives you the opportunity to develop as a writer and strong writing skills are essential to academic success. However, if writing is a serious weakness for you, virtual learning may not be the best educational option for you until you improve your skills. Yes, most of distance education is the written word; therefore, you need to be a good reader, love to read, and love writing also. Most of your assignments will be written and submitted to the instructor in the written format. Your penmanship needs to be excellent, spelling great, sentence structure above average, vocabulary extraordinary. You need to have online access with reliable equipment. If your internet communications at home isn’t working, you can’t do online education from home and will need to go to someplace where you do have access to the internet.

Decide whether it is right for you

Distance education isn’t for everyone, but it just might be for you. You really should seek it out and give it a try. You never know until you try. You might even fall in love with distance education. While distance education may be the perfect alternative for some students, it’s not the right choice for everyone. So carefully consider your unique needs and interest and give distance education a try: then, decide if it is right for you.

ctr.

Distance education: is a virtual classroom for you?

part-3

Challenging aspects of distance education

-        lack of in-person interaction: some educators argue that both teacher-student and student-student contact are essential to learning. in a distance-learning classroom, you may be able to participate in class discussions online in chat rooms, message boards or web conferrences- but it’s not the same as being with other students in a classroom.

-        different levels of quality: many distance-education programs supply an excellent learning experience, but others may not. research any program before signing on to make sure it’s rigorous enough. if you are choosing your own program, look into it’s accrediation before enrolling.

-         the need self-start. distance education lets you make your own schedules. if you have a hard time getting motivated, this might not be the ideal educational setting for you.

                                        CTR.

Student Success Statement

"What lies behind us and whats lies before us are small matters compared to lies within us."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Reflection: this quote means that no matter the things we face or go through, you should be weak, you should be strong and faith against it, you should believe in yourself, and have faith. Little things should not matter to you, only if its a wrong. The big things is the business, that's were you have to tell yourself, I have to defeat this. Believe in yourself, and always have faith.