How to be a better student
graphic organizers
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Tools for Thought (PDF Collection of Graphic Organizers)
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MLA Citation
Study skills
Note-Taking Abbreviations
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Reading & Writing strategies
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Reading & Writing Strategy Packet
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Reading comprehension
Tutoring Tips: Reading Comprehension Strategies (4)
- Making Connections
- Retelling
- Asking Questions
- Making Predictions
Reading Strategies: How to answer questions that require reading.
What to do when reading, especially with short texts or confusing paragraphs within text.
What to do when reading, especially with short texts or confusing paragraphs within text.
- Read the questions first.
- Decide is it book or brain.
- Read the title.
- Read the paragraph.
- Underline the main plot.
- Write brief notes.
- Repeat for each paragraph.
- Answer questions by supporting your answer from the passage.
Best Practices: High School Reading Strategies:
- Use vocabulary/terminology like an expert
- Group key words when learning new concepts
- Read to identify text cues
- Work with a partner
Paragraph writing
Websites about paragraphs
Irony
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What is irony? PowerPoint Slides
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Theme