The Regis study skills guide / Frank Walsh ; updated by Chris Reisig.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Walsh, Frank, 1949-

Contributor:

Reisig, Chris.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Study skills.

Learning.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (128 pages)

Edition:

5th ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : International Debate Education Association, c2008.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

A self-evaluative tool for students to augment their study skills and to maximize their learning efficiency. Originally developed 30 years ago for New York City's elite Regis High School, it remains a cornerstone of Regis' guideance and advisement programs since that time. The study guide addresses multiple aspects of student learning, including time management, reading comprehension, information retention, note taking, paper writing, and timed testing. Each unit includes questions for self-evaluation, goals, and suggestions for improvement. This revised edition offers additional material on increasing role of technology in learning, most notably focusing on Internet research.

Contents:

Environment and concentration in study

Organizing time

Reading speed and comprehension

Vocabulary and spelling

Memory of details and factual information

Taking notes

Participating in class discussions

Taking tests

Writing papers and essays

Using advisors and counselors.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-932716-98-X

OCLC:

252073278