STUDY SKILLS 1 (ROOM 36)
Mr. Hill
PHONE 535-3739 (cell) E-MAIL dhill@moeller.org
Mrs. Huff
PHONE 791-1680 X 1223 E-MAIL jhuff@moeller.org HOURS 7:30-11:30
The Study Skills course is designed to provide special education support services within a resource room environment for students with documented disabilities. Emphasis on goal setting, organization, time management, application of learning strategies and test preparation skills will be addressed. Preparation for the OGT in the area of Reading and Math will also be covered.
Student Expectations Be on time and be on task Students should have a folder, highlighter, headphones, flash cards, box of tissues, and writing utensils. Use Outlook Calendar and record assignments daily. Check and delete unnecessary email daily. Check NetMoeller daily for course assignments and grades. Schedule regular sessions with math intervention specialist Schedule tests to be taken in room 35/36 on the test calendar or by e-mail at least TWO days in advance. Request reading to be scanned for Kurzweil at least TWO days in advance. Maintain a personal folder containing a record of writing samples, goals, handouts and any work completed for Study skills. Grading OGT Preparation and Long-term Goals (participation, completion)=20% Organization (updated planner, materials)=20% Classroom Preparation (assignment completion, productivity inside and outside of class and progress towards individual goals)=30% Academic Skills (Skill development assignments not related to other class grades)=30% Assignments not turned in on time will receive one letter grade less for each day late.
Classroom Rules The policies outlined in the handbook will be followed and enforced. When students are given time for homework, they are required to work towards improving course grades or improving academic skills with a preapproved activity. o Failure to be on task during this time will result in the loss of participation points or DT
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