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Here
you can find help with taking notes, suggestions
on how to take notes, writing a
report, and handwriting
skills.
Taking Notes
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Listen for key words, don't write
everything down. |
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Listen for clue words such as:
"To sum up..."
"The three reasons are..."
"To conclude..." |
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If it goes on the board, WRITE IT
DOWN!! ![](http://www.animfactory.com/animgifs/may/femaleteacher_writing_chalkboard_md_wht.gif) |
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Make up your own shorthand:
-Drop middle letters
ex. Continued = con't
-Drop endings
ex. October = Oct.
-Use symbols for words
ex. With = w/ |
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Date every page you write. |
Here
are some suggestions on how to take notes
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How to Write a Report
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Know the subject |
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Take notes |
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Think of your main points |
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Make an outline |
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Arrange your notes |
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Write a rough draft |
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Review and revise |
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Check your final draft. Give it
to a friend to check too! |
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Cite your references.
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"My
Handwriting Stinks, HELP!"
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Try
these tips to improve your handwriting skills:
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Practice writing movements with your
fingers. This means it's OK to doodle. |
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straight, use one hand to write and one hand to hold the page. |
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Keep your paper straight. |
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Hold your pen or pencil the right way. |
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Practice writing using stencils.
Ask your teacher to borrow some. |
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Try tracing letters that are already
written. |
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Always use lined paper. |
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Copy words from printed books. |
Writing
assignments YUCK!!! ![smiley_035.gif](images/smiley_035.gif)
Here
are some tips to handle writing assignments:
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Use a small electronic reminder to
remember important assignments or ideas.
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Take breaks, 5-10 min. each, but
remember to go back to your work.
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Tape your ideas on a tape recorder, and
type them up later.
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Use a Spell Check, Grammar Check, or a
Franklin Speller.
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List frequently misspelled words and
how they are used.
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Make a list of characters or events
that you are reading about when they are introduced so it is easier to
remember.
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Use post-it notes. They will save
you.
8. Ask your teacher when you need help! |
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