All About Me

Well my name is Angela Lopez, i do all my work just to pass this class, and this portfolio is about how you can be successful in your life now, and in the future.

Monday, April 15, 2013

Note-Taking Strategies Part 4


Note-Taking Strategies
Part 4
For Review
Once you’ve done all of the above, you’ll find you’ve created your own personalized study guide. Cover the main section of the page and use the key words and questions in the left margin as a quiz.
Stick to It
Review your notes the day you take them and all your notes once a week. That way, you won’t need to study as much when it’s test time. You’ve been doing work all along. Try out the Cornell system, but if it doesn’t work for you, experiment with other methods. Ask your classmates how they take notes or ask a teacher for advice. Taking good notes requires practice, like any other skill. And the more you work at it now, the more prepared you’ll be to take notes in college.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT! 

Friday, April 12, 2013

Tony Farmer

This clip was about a basketball player, named Tony Farmer. He was a very famous basketball player. He then thought robbing, kidnapping girls was good. He thought WRONG! He was caught & sent to court, the judge told him he has 3 years in prison. Tony then started crying.

My reflection: Tony was really scared to be in jail for 3 years, once he heard that saying he threw himself on the floor crying. He's not going to see sunlight for quit a big while. If he would of just stayed on task worrying about basketball, instead of kidnapping a girl. He would have been in court but in a basketball one.

Note-Taking Strategies Part 3


Note-Taking Strategies
Part 3
After Class
As soon as class ends, review your notes and fill in any blanks. Underline, highlight and use symbols to sort through the information. If you don’t understand something, get help from your teacher or classmates.
After you’ve reviewed all your notes from class, in the left-hand area of the page write down key words and questions your teacher might ask on a test.
At the bottom of each page, write a summary of the notes. This helps you digest what you’ve learned. It also improves your memory of the material for the long term and for tests down the road.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT! 

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Student Success Statement #60


Student Success Statement #60
“He listens well who takes notes.”
-Dante Alighieri
This statement means to me, that when you listen & jot down notes. Everything will be way easier because you can study them to refresh your mind anytime.

Note-Taking Strategies Part 2


Note-Taking Strategies
Part 2
During Class
One approach that has been proven effective is called the Cornell Note-Taking System. Here are some of its methods. Start by using the main section of your page to take down your notes during class. Be sure to leave space on the left side of the page and bottom. Things to keep in mind:
1.       Get the speaker’s main points. Don’t write down every word you hear.
2.      Leave blanks in your notes to add explanations later.
3.     Organize as you write. Pay attention to cues such as repetition and emphasis.
4.      Indicate main and supporting points as you go.
5.      Jot down key vocabulary, important facts and formulas.
6.     Ask questions. If you’re confused, it’s better to ask while the material is fresh in your mind.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT!  

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Student Success Statement #59


Student Success Statement #59
“When you believe you can—you can.”
-Dr. Maxwell Maltz
When you believe in yourself, & you push yourself to the limit you need to be in, without giving up you can reach every goal. When you decide you “can’t” that’s going to mess up what you’re trying to reach, & that’s not good. Because you have no believe in you. 

Note-Taking Strategies Part 1


Note-Taking Strategies
Part 1
How to Get Tour Class Notes into Shape
Getting the most out of high school and college means studying hard and using time in calss wisely. An effective note-taking strategy can help you do both. Here are the basis.
Stay Organized
It may seem obvious, but your class notes can only help you if you can find them. When you’re taking notes be sure to:
·        Keep all your notes in one place.
·        Date and number pages, keeping them in order makes it easier to understand them later.
Before Class
Review the materials assigned for that class period thoroughly. Bring a list of any questions you may have.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT!