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Approaches to Learning: Writing & Study Skills
A very important aspect of a student’s education at Madison is our school-wide focus on improving "Writing Skills in All Subjects." We require all students to meet basic requirements listed below under "Study Skills Standards" and "Writing Standards." In addition, students should be able to understand and use the school-wide editing symbols to proofread their work. These will be used by teachers who are evaluating students' writing.
Study Skills Standards
NOTEBOOKS
Students will have one loose leaf three ring notebook that will be divided into sections for each class. All notes, assignments, and other materials will be kept in chronological order. Students will also record assignments on an assignment record (planner) to be kept in the notebook. Students will bring their notebook to class each day. Individual teachers will monitor the section of the notebook for their class.
PLANNERS
Planners are required for all students, and should be kept in their binders at all times.
Vocabulary Introduction
All teachers will introduce vocabulary before assigning reading in a content area.
Deadlines
Turn in all assignments on time to receive full credit. Papers which are late due to an excused absence will be accepted without penalty.
Proofreading
Proofread all written work before submitting it for a grade.
Preparing for Tests
Teachers will instruct students on how to study for a test in each class. Teachers will provide students with study guides to help them prepare for tests.
Monitor Long-Term Assignments
Follow time lines given to you by the teacher for long term assignments. Teachers will meet with you at least weekly to check your progress on the assignment and to give help as needed.
Note Taking
Take notes as necessary in each class. Teachers will give you instruction in taking notes.
Writing Standards
Papers should be headed in the upper right hand corner, including name, date, period and subject.
SAMPLE:
Ima Student
February 29, 2006
Period 6
Math
1. All papers should be titled. The title should be centered unless otherwise specified.
2. Write in cursive, unless otherwise specified.
3. Use pen or pencil as requested.
4. Leave one inch margins on the left-hand side of the paper.
5. Write neatly and clearly. Write numbers and letters on the lines. Rewrite assignments if requested by the teacher.
6. Turn in major written assignments with no more than five spelling, punctuation, capitalization, or sentence errors per page. (NOTE: Individual student differences will be considered.) Students will be required to correct and redo papers that are judged unacceptable. The grade will not be lowered if the work is returned within the stated time.
7. Teachers may require additional writing standards for their classes.
Dictionary Use
Students will have dictionaries available to them in each class. All teachers will expect students to use them as a resource.