Learning Strategies

Full Year  Learning strategies is designed for students with a documented special learning need and provides ongoing support in any of the following areas: reading, writing, math, work completion, organization of materials, efficient use of time, planning for project work, and self-advocacy. Students will work towards proficiency in:

Understanding and articulating individual learning needs leading to self-advocacy Effectively applying strategies for learning Persevering through challenging situations Using an organizational system that keeps materials easily accessible Using an effective method to record and track assignments and tests Test-taking and note-taking strategies

Additionally, time is allocated to reinforce understanding of grade-level curriculum. Some sample questions students will explore during this course:

What kind of learner am I? Which strategies help me learn? How do I know if I am learning?

Pre-requisites/notes: Students are placed in this class through consultation with learning specialist, counselor, parents and teachers in conjunction with a Student Review Team (SRT) meeting. This course is usually taken in lieu of a language elective. Contact: Mr. Nathan Kellar nkellar@hkis.edu.hk