Twenty Math Study Tips to help your students succeed in math.

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Math Study Tips

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1) Copy page #3, one per student. a) Have the students highlight the study tips they already do. b) Have them draw a star beside the one(s) in which they need improvement. c) Have students select one of the starred items, write it down, and set it as a goal to work on during the week. d) Have students keep a copy in their math folder or notebook as a reference page. 2) Select one of the study tips as a journal topic. a) Have the students write how this tip might help them improve in math. b) Have them share which tips they referred to and applied before the last test. c) Have the students choose two tips and write about why they are useful when studying for a test. d) Have the students write about the study tip which surprises them the most. 3) Copy and make this into a poster to hang in your classroom.

V. A. Rauch (Scipi) - 2012

Math Study Tips

Study Tips You Wont Forget

1) Notes: Organize them and make sure you are not missing anything. 2) Instructor: What did your teacher tell you to study? 3) You: Study in a way that works best for you (ex. place and times). 4) Friends: If you stay on track, studying with friends can help. Quiz each other, and everyone can explain what they know. 5) Tricks: Use methods such as mnemonic to help memorize blocks of information. 6) Do It Now: No one wants to fail, go to summer school or take the class again. Work hard now so you do not have to pay later. S Study A Ahead of T Time

7) Breaks: Take regular breaks while you study and do not stay up all night. Lack of sleep will make it hard for you to focus and do your best. 8) Eat: Eat a good breakfast or lunch before the test. Not only will a growling stomach interfere with your concentration, but your brain will not function at its best ability when it needs energy. (Note: Research has shown that eating peppermints will help you to remember what you study!) 9) Avoid Caffeine: Coffee or coke may give you a quick alert boost, but you will rebound and lose steam. Drink water; it keeps you hydrated. 10) Needs: Take what you need to the exam or test. Think ahead. Do you need a ruler, a calculator, paper, etc.? 11) What You Know: Answer what you know first. That way, you will be more relaxed when you get to the more difficult questions. 12) Read: Read the questions. Look for words like explain, define, select, give an example, etc. Look at the points attributed to each question and do what you are asked. 13) Finished: If you are done early go back over your answers. Make sure that you did what the question asked and check your answers for clarity. 14) Jot It Down! Write items down such as formulas (or what they are used for) or items you are afraid you will forget somewhere on the test as soon as you receive it. Now you can relax and concentrate just on the test. 15) Show: Show your work; it may be worth points. 16) Clarity: Reread your work for clarity. You may know what you mean, but if the teacher cannot make heads or tails of it, you will not earn the points. 17) Dress Appropriately: Ask yourself, Is the classroom normally cold? Hot? You do not want to be uncomfortable during the assessment. 18) Books/Materials: Bring all books and supplemental materials that can be used on the test. 19) Time and Date: Know the time and date of your test. Set an alarm, and do what you need to do to be on time for class. 20) Be Persisten: After taking 19 steps towards success, you are going to do great!

V. A. Rauch (Scipi) - 2012

Math Study Tips

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The original purchaser of this document is granted permission to copy for teaching purposes only. If you are NOT the original purchaser, please download the item from my store before making any copies. Redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item or any part thereof on the Internet are strictly prohibited without first gaining permission from the author. Violations are subject to the penalties of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Please contact me at calqlate@yahoo.com if you wish to be granted special permission.

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Math Study Tips