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Exams
in NYC Schools |
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This
is the official site of the NYC Board of Education. It contains
a schedule for all the tests being given in the elementary and middle
schools in the city.
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Study
Skill Tips |
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This
website, from the Natl. Center for Learning Disabilities, lists
some very clear tips about how you can improve your study habits.
It includes things like organizing materials and space, studying
with other people, and using time well. The site also has
general
tips for parents to promote good study
and work habits in their children and a page specifically about
how
to help children become better readers.
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How
to Study.com |
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Some
of the topics covered on this site include: Preparing to study;
How to listen better; PQR--A reading strategy; Taking notes in class;
and Using index cards effectively. All things that can help you
become a better student.
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Achieve
Success! in Math |
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This
page lists a number of great strategies to help you become successful
in mathematics--a subject that's hard for a lot of us. It includes
information on active vs. passive studying and a 4-step problem solving
process. |
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Virginia
Tech Study Skills Self-Help |
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This
set of guides is best for the older students-high school or college.
It covers topics such as How to Read a Difficult Book, Remembering,
Note Taking, Procrastination, and Stress Management. It also has some
checklists so you can see how you’re doing.
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Department
of Education Tips for Parents |
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The
U.S. Dept. of Education runs this site. It has links to a number of
on-line brochures for parents on things like helping your children
do better taking tests, helping your child write better, and helping
your child learn geography. |
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How
to Take Multiple Choice Tests |
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This
site contains some information on how to improve your scores on multiple-choice
tests when you don’t actually know the answers to questions. These
strategies are no substitute for really learning the material! But
they can help when you’re in a bind. Also, the site is from Canada,
so many of the examples are about that country. |
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School
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