2019 NACDA and Affiliates Annual Convention

N4A Concurrent Workshop Group V: Learning Specialist/Tutorial Track - Teaching Effective Study Skills to Students: An Adaptable, Research-Based Formula for Study Strategy Instruction (Room Chicago)

08 Jun 19
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Tracks: N4A

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This presentation offers a simple formula for providing study strategy assistance to students that can be adapted to fit a wide variety of scenarios, from a brief conversation of a few minutes to an hour-long, one-on-one session. While learning specialists are typically tasked with the challenge of teaching study strategies to at-risk students, advisors and other academic support professionals often find themselves in a position to offer similar advice, particularly within smaller programs with few or no designated learning specialists. The template provided in this presentation is not only applicable for at-risk and moderate achieving students, but can enhance even an advanced student’s study habits. Each step of the formula is grounded in research and evidence, drawing on cognitive psychology and integrating methods proven to improve learning and recall. Anyone who regularly interacts with students can benefit from learning this simple, flexible approach.