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Reading
How to Scan for Main Ideas
Not every text should be read the same way. Good readers vary their reading rates and control their levels of comprehension. Learning how to scan is…
How to Take Notes
Some teachers seem to feel that knowing how to take notes is simply a matter of common sense. However, this is simply not true. Taking effective…
Characteristics of Pre-Teen Learners
Knowing the developmental characteristics of pre-teen students allows teaching professionals to maximize learning. These learner characteristics enable teachers to better motivate their students and inform instructional…
Characteristics of Middle School Learners
Knowing the developmental characteristics of middle school students allows teaching professionals to maximize learning. These learner characteristics enable teachers to better motivate their students and inform…
How to Memorize Using the This Old Man Technique
Who would think that a simple nursery rhyme, “This Old Man,” could help you memorize ten completely unrelated items in perfect order. Useful for test study…
How to Memorize Using the Grouping Technique
The grouping (or chunking) memory technique will help students organize notes and study for tests. Not only does the grouping memory technique help convert short-term memory…
How Margin Notes are Better than the Yellow Highlighter
The key to reading comprehension and retention is interactive reading. To prepare effectively for tests and discussion, marginal annotations prompt that internal dialogue with the author.…
How to Lead Effective Group Discussions
Effective group discussions don’t just happen naturally. Good teachers or facilitators carefully craft the expected interaction by using the techniques provided in this article. Learn how…