 I AM A GOOD STUDENT
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PURPOSE/BACKGROUND
One of the principles of learning states that learning occurs
when students are aware of their progress. This can be accomplished through
observations, weekly checklists and pre and post tests. The following checklists
cover the important issues involved in the study skills program.
CONDITIONS FOR STUDY CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I have a particular place used
only for studying.
YES NO 2. I have a neat desk with adequate
lightning.
YES NO 3. I have a schedule.
YES NO 4. I begin to study at once.
YES NO 5. I try to be fresh and rested for
my studying, not putting it off or scheduling it when I am tired from other
activities.
YES NO 6. I have a regular schedule of
study, a particular time I try to save for studying and nothing else.
YES NO 7. I use my time effectively.
YES NO 8. Every day I REVIEW every
subject.
YES NO 9. I take limited breaks.
YES NO 10. I avoid day-dreaming.
YES NO 11. I jot down distracting
thoughts.
YES NO 12. I study in a quiet place that is
free from noisy disturbances.
YES NO 13. When I sit down to study, I have
the equipment and materials I need.
YES NO 14. I divide my study time among my
various subjects.
LIBRARY AND DICTIONARY CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I know how to use the card
catalog.
YES NO 2. I make use of the various
reference materials in the library.
YES NO 3. I know how to use the reference
materials in the library.
YES NO 4. I have a good dictionary within
reach when I am studying.
ORGANIZATION CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I write down each assignment and
due date.
YES NO 2. I ask questions when I don't
understand.
YES NO 3. I understand the purpose of the
assignment.
YES NO 4. I know what books and materials I
have to take home every day.
YES NO 5. I write down long-term
assignments, test days, etc., on a big wall calendar.
YES NO 6. I check my calendar every
day.
YES NO 7. I complete all the homework I
can.
YES NO 8. I work on the hardest homework
first.
YES NO 9. I reread each assignment as I
finish.
YES NO 10. I check my assignment pad to
make sure that I have done everything.
YES NO 11. I put my homework and books in
my backpack.
YES NO 12. I save all my homework to study
from at test time.
DESK CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I have no loose papers.
YES NO 2. My books are stacked
neatly.
YES NO 3. My books are flat with the title
out.
YES NO 4. I have small items in a box.
NOTEBOOK CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I have a place for my
homework.
YES NO 2. I have a zipper case to store my
pencils and pens.
YES NO 3. I have a calendar.
YES NO 4. I have recorded assignments on my
calendar.
YES NO 5. I have a section for Language
Arts.
YES NO 6. I have a section for
Science.
YES NO 7. I have a section for Math.
YES NO 8. I have a section for Social
Studies.
YES NO 9. I have a section for
Health.
YES NO 10. I have extra paper.
YES NO 11. I have a holding folder in the
back of my notebook.
YES NO 12. I have my papers filed
correctly.
NOTE-TAKING SKILLS CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I PREVIEW the main points in
pre-class assignments.
YES NO 2. I keep separate sections for my notes on each
subject.
YES NO 3. I date each paper and write the name of the
class.
YES NO 4. I leave margins for notes to myself. I take notes
on every other line to leave additional space for added notes.
YES NO 5. I record only main ideas.
YES NO 6. I arrange the main ideas in headings or outline
form.
YES NO 7. I write examples and supporting information under
the main ideas.
YES NO 8. I use abbreviations or my own personal shorthand
symbols.
YES NO 9. I underline important words in my notes and on
handouts.
YES NO 10. I save all handout sheets in the proper section
of my notebook.
YES NO 11. I copy what the teacher puts on the
blackboard.
YES NO 12. I borrow back-up notes from a classmate if I
miss a class or happen to take unclear notes during a particular class.
YES NO 13. I read each days notes when I do my
homework.
YES NO 14. I reread all notes and handouts covered on a
test.
YES NO 15. I rewrite all my notes.
LISTENING CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I read my work before going to class.
YES NO 2. I am on time.
YES NO 3. I leave my personal problems outside the
classroom.
YES NO 4. I sit close to the front of the room if I
can.
YES NO 5. I am alert to opening and closing remarks.
YES NO 6. I follow the teacher's body language and listen
for changes in the tone of voice.
YES NO 7. I look at the instructor when I am not taking
notes.
YES NO 8. I stay involved by asking or answering
questions.
YES NO 9. I reinforce what I hear with good notes.
YES NO 10. I borrow someone else's notes to cover any
points I didn't hear clearly.
READING CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I read over the Table of Contents of a book
before I begin studying the book.
YES NO 2. I SURVEY each chapter as it is assigned for
chapter title, main headings, subheading and anything else in bold type.
YES NO 3. I skim the questions at the end of each chapter
before I read the chapter.
YES NO 4. I pay special attention to words in heavy type,
italics, introductory and concluding sentences and paragraphs.
YES NO 5. I take note of visual information, graphs, tables
and diagrams.
YES NO 6. I outline the textbook chapters.
YES NO 7. I write and then read to answer those questions
that will be answered from the reading.
YES NO 8. I look up the meanings of unfamiliar words and
jot them down.
YES NO 9. I use aspects of the SQRRR method whenever I
read.
MEMORIZATION CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I try to find a genuine interest in what I have
to remember.
YES NO 2. I try to understand all the material that I
should remember.
YES NO 3. I associate new material with previous
experiences.
YES NO 4. I see relationships between the individual
details and the whole idea.
YES NO 5. I memorize at the beginning of my study
time.
YES NO 6. I write down what I want to memorize.
YES NO 7. I repeat out loud what I want to memorize or I
repeat it into a tape recorder and keep playing it back.
YES NO 8. I use visualization to help me to memorize.
YES NO 9. I use mnemonic devices to help me to
memorize.
YES NO 10. I overlearn to build confidence in my ability to
memorize.
TEST PREPARATION CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I ask the teacher what material will be covered
on the test.
YES NO 2. I find out what kind of test will be given,
objective, essay, multiple choice, true-false, open book, etc.
YES NO 3. I copy the test date onto a big calendar.
YES NO 4. I plan a study schedule.
YES NO 5. I catch up on missing assignments.
YES NO 6. I do memorizing a little bit at a time every
day.
YES NO 7. I skim class notes and handout sheets.
YES NO 8. I skim old tests and homework assignments.
YES NO 9. I skim textbook chapters.
YES NO 10. I ask for help on any material I don't
understand.
YES NO 11. I make up examination questions and then answer
them.
YES NO 12. I make up study aids (main idea lists,
definition sheets, time lines, outlines) to review
YES NO 13. I quiz myself or I study with a friend and we
quiz each other.
YES NO 14. I limit my last minute review to checking major
points and clearing up ideas.
YES NO 15. I get a good night's sleep and eat a good
breakfast on the day of the test.
TEST TAKING CHECKLIST
YES NO 1. I am on time and well equipped for the
test.
YES NO 2. I listen carefully to my teacher's
comments.
YES NO 3. I write my name and date on the test sheet.
YES NO 4. I read carefully any written directions,
underlining important words as I read. I read directions at least twice.
YES NO 5. I figure out a quick time schedule.
YES NO 6. I leave a few minutes at the end of the test for
rereading.
YES NO 7. I do the easiest questions first and mark those I
can't answer but want to go back to try again.
YES NO 8. I go back and answer the marked questions and put
a double mark next to questions I still can't answer.
YES NO 9. I guess answers if only right answers are
counted.
YES NO 10. I double check my answers and I don't change
anything without a good reason.
YES NO 11. On essay type tests, I outline my answers before
I begin to write them.
YES NO 12. I proofread my answers to an essay test.
YES NO 13. I check that my test paper is neat and easy to
read.
YES NO 14. I save all my tests to plan strategy for future
testing.
ACTIVITIES
1. Prepare copies of the specific checklists. Go over each
point to insure understanding. The children will then complete each checklist
and the ensuing discussion will demonstrate to the youngsters their specific
strength and weakness in the designated checklist area. A self-plan of action is
then generated for each child.
2. Age-appropriate rewards and affirmations are given for
success and also successful attempts.
I AM A GOOD STUDENT
PRE TEST / POST TEST
DIRECTIONS: Circle the answer that is best for you.
YES NO 1. I want to learn.
YES NO 2. I listen to my teacher every day.
YES NO 3. I pay attention to what I am doing in my
classroom every day.
YES NO 4. I check to see what my homework is every
day.
YES NO 5. I take my folder/notebook home every day.
YES NO 6. I do my homework every night.
YES NO 7. I read every day at home.
YES NO 8. I keep daily, weekly and monthly calendars.
YES NO 9. I know how to gather information from the
library.
YES NO 10. I understand how to study for a test.
YES NO 11. I use the SQRRR method whenever I read.
YES NO 12. I believe that I AM A GOOD STUDENT.
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