PREPARING TO STUDY: A GOOD STUDY PLACE

 

You need a good study place to be prepared to study.  You should be able to answer yes to all of the

following questions:

 

1.  Is my study place available to me whenever I need it?

                     Your study place does you little good if you cannot use it when you need it.  If you are using a study place that you must                      share with others for any reason, work out a schedule so that you know when you can use it.

 

2.  Is my study place free from interruption?

                     It is important to have uninterrupted study time.  You may have to hang a Do Not Disturb sign on the door or take the phone                      off the hook.

 

3.  Is my study place free from distractions? 

                     Research shows that most students study best in quiet environment.  If you find that listening to a stereo or TV improves                       your mood, keep the volume low. 

 

4.  Does my study place contain all the study materials I need?

                     Be sure your study place includes reference sources and supplies such as pens and pencils, paper, ruler, calculator, and                      whatever else you might need.  If you use a computer for your schoolwork, it    should be in your study place.

 

5.  Does my study place contain a large enough desk or table?

                     While working on an assignment or studying for a test, use a desk or  table that is large enough to hold everything you                      need.  Allow enough room for writing and try to avoid clutter.

 

6.  Does my study place have enough storage space?

                     You need enough room to store your study materials.

 

7.  Does my study place have a comfortable chair?

                     A chair that is not comfortable can interfere with your studying.  A chair that is too comfortable might make you sleepy.                       Select a chair in which you can sit for long periods while maintaining your attention.

 

8.  Does my study place have enough light?

                     The amount of light you need depends on what you are doing.  The important thing is that you can clearly see without any

                     strain or discomfort.

 

9.  Does my study place have a comfortable temperature?

                     If your study place is too warm, you might become sleepy.  If it is too cold, your thinking may slow down and become                       unclear. Select a temperature at which your mind and body function best.

 

Having a good study place is important for good studying.

 

Source:  http://www.how-to-study.com

 

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Yippee for Discovery!

 

             The South Pike School District Discovery Program (gifted education) was monitored by Dr. Conrad Castle, Gifted Program Specialist for the Mississippi Department of Education.

             In a letter to Dr. Bill Gunnell, Dr. Castle applauded Mrs. Symeria Thompson and Mrs. Darlene Hughes for their time and effort toward compiling all information concerning the program standards into a required notebook.

             Dr. Castle stated:  “Because of the efforts of the gifted

education teacher and the gifted coordinator, the district is in

compliance with all components of the Gifted Education Program

Standards.  I also find the eligibility records to be compliance with

the Regulations for the Gifted Education Programs in Mississippi.”