lisa kimbrell & lesa may professional school counselors barret traditional middle school
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WHY LEARNING STYLES?
Lisa Kimbrell & Lesa May
Professional School Counselors
Barret Traditional Middle School
WHY LEARNING STYLES?• In keeping with the
ASCA National Model to provide leadership, advocacy, collaboration
and systemic change
WHY LEARNING STYLES?
• In keeping with the vision and mission of JCPS
JCPS VISION
What we intend to create.
~All JCPS students graduate prepared to reach their full potential and contribute to
our society throughout life.
MISSION Why the organization exists. What functions
it performs, and for whom it performs.~To provide relevant, comprehensive, quality instruction in order to educate,
prepare, and inspire our students to learn.
VALUES Deeply held driving forces for action and
conduct
~Our students are cared for and treated as if they are our own.
~Children learn differently.
VALUES Deeply held driving forces for action and
conduct
~The differences of each are assets of the whole.
~Talents and resources are used wisely to benefit students.
FOCUS AREASWhere we are putting our attention.
~Increased Learning
~Stakeholder involvement and engagement
GOALS
For each focus area:
~Every student progresses in his or her learning and meets or exceeds proficiency in all subjects.
~Parents, community, and partners enrich students’ educational experiences and support their success.
WHY LEARNING STYLES?
• Recognizing strengths of each individual• Maximizing instructional time
• Increasing new knowledge acquisition skills• Increasing long-term comprehension:
LEARNING
LEARNING STYLES:For the Adults
• Assist you in building relationships by identifying dominant characteristics that drive others’ attitudes and actions
LEARNING STYLES
• Work from Harvey Silver & the late Richard Strong
• Thoughtful Education• http://
www.thoughtfulclassroom.com/index.php?act=aboutus
LEARNING STYLES
LEARNING STYLES:For the Classroom
• Allows you to assist your teachers in differentiating instruction using research based data for each student.
BASIC STUDY SKILLS
LOGICAL STEPS
TO
ACADEMIC SUCCESS
LEARNING STYLES:PREASSESSMENT
What is your
primary learning style?
What study method(s)
best suit your learning style?
Should you study in the same place each
time you study?
How many test taking strategies can
you name?
VISUAL LEARNERS
• Use color coding
• Use checklists
• Use notes, charts, graphs, maps, or other visual aids
• Use highlighters
• Use visual imaging
• READ! READ! READ
AUDITORY LEARNERS• Use books on
tape
• WITH PERMISSION use tape recorders
• Use “chants”
• Use mnemonic devices
• Read aloud
• Use pair & share or quiz with partner
TACTILE/KINESTHETHIC LEARNERS
Exercise as you study
Trace text with a special highlighter as you read
Use flashcards
Use tracing
Use models, computers, or other assistive technology
Use a stress ball
TEST TAKING STRATEGIES
Know the test format
Know the test standards
Know the test time limits
Read all parts of every question
Use a “fall-back” letter for multiple choice tests
Use LOGICAL guessing strategies
TEST TAKING STRATEGIES
Study for tests in chunks over time
Prepare possible questions that may be on the test and answer those
Make notes of reading material covered on a test
Check your notes, ideas, and concepts with a successful peer
TEST TAKING STRATEGIES
Attend study sessions and tutorials
Seek out instructor for extra help
POST ASSESSMENTWhat is your primary learning style?
What study method(s) best suit your learning style?
Should you study in the same location each time you study?
How many specific test taking strategies can you name?
QUESTIONS ???LISA KIMBRELL LESA MAY
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR
502-893-1922 GUIDANCE OFFICE
502-485-8207 BARRET TMS MAIN OFFICE
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR
502-893-1922 GUIDANCE OFFICE
502-485-8207 BARRET TMS MAIN OFFICE