Chapter 1 Projects: Study Skills

Project Assignment

Goal

Chapter 1 focuses on determining your learning style(s), effective learning strategies, managing your time, and helpful school resources. You will demonstrate your understanding of these concepts by reflecting on your learning style(s) and creating a planner.

Directions

Part 1

Use the strategies in Lesson 1.1 and 1.2 to determine your learning style(s).

Part 2

Using the calendar template in the Materials section, create a planner for the rest of the semester. Include all your assignment deadlines, upcoming tests, and study sessions that work best for your learning style(s). Also include events and appointments, such as attending class, participating in a club, or going to the doctor. Then, save your planner where you can easily refer to it throughout the semester.

Materials

Word processing program or paper and writing tool

Calendar template:

Checklist

Writing Assignment

Goal

The goal of this writing assignment is to write an essay that discusses and explains your planner and study strategies.

Directions

Write an essay with four paragraphs.

Part 1

In the first paragraph, introduce your planner and study strategies.

Part 2

In the second paragraph, explain how you will use your planner and study strategies.

Part 3

In the third paragraph, discuss resources at school that you can use.

Part 4

In the fourth and final paragraph, review your strategies for success this semester.

Materials

Word processing program or paper and writing tool

Checklist