What are study skills?
Study skills are a set of essential strategies and techniques that empower individuals to learn, retain, and apply information effectively. They are the "how-to" of learning, moving beyond simply understanding content to mastering the process of acquiring and demonstrating knowledge.
Key Study Skills
Organisation and Time Management: Planning, prioritising, creating schedules, and managing materials to make the most of study time
Active Reading and Note-Taking: Engaging with text, identifying key information, summarising, and using effective note-taking methods like mind maps or Cornell notes.
Revision and Exam Preparation: Developing effective revision timetables, practicing past papers, understanding question types, and managing exam-day anxiety.
Memory Techniques: Strategies like mnemonics, visualisation, and spaced repetition to aid recall and transfer information to long-term memory
A Block of Six Study Skills Sessions for Students with Dyslexia (Years 7-11)
A six-session block specifically tailored for students with dyslexia in Years 7-11 would be highly beneficial, addressing their unique learning profiles and common challenges in exams.
Core Principles for Dyslexic Learners:
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Multi-sensory Approach: Incorporating visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic elements in every session.
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Explicit Instruction: Breaking down skills into small, manageable steps.
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Metacognition: Helping students understand how they learn best and empowering them to choose appropriate strategies.
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Emphasis on Strengths: Highlighting their strengths (e.g., creativity, holistic thinking) and showing how these can support their learning.
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Practical Application: Focusing on real-world examples and immediate application to their current schoolwork.
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Assistive Technology Integration: Demonstrating and practising the use of relevant tech tools.