Reading, taking notes, and holding study sessions are all examples of

routine, habitual study behaviors that pupils engage in to fulfill the learning
objective. This study was conducted to the two hundred-five (n=205) grade
3 pupils at Batangan Integrated School of Bukidnon, School Year 2024. It
attempted to answer the level of pupils’ study skills and determine the
significance of the study skills. The study utilized the descriptive-
correlational research design with documentary analysis and used an
adapted and modified questionnaire to gather the necessary data to
answer the specific questions of the study. Purposive sampling was
employed to determine the respondents. Results revealed that pupils’
overall level of study habits was at very satisfactory level. Thus, teachers,
parents and stakeholders may collaborate with each other to create and
conduct activities that will continue to enhance and improve the pupils
study skills.
Pupils’ Study Habits and Academic Performance
Rosamie P. Dagoc April 2024
The purpose of Study Skills is to help students maximize the learning process. They
will require ample amount of time and dedication to enable the student to
experience school success.
Objectives:
This course is designed to help students develop and use study skills that will help
them become successful learners. Students will learn various techniques that will be
helpful to them throughout their academic years. The course is divided into
components and may be taught by several teachers during the year. These
components will be taught throughout the year:
 Time management and organization of materials
 Reading strategies and text structure
 Learning styles
 Note taking from a lecture and from text
 Test preparation and test taking strategies
 Character education
 Research process: choosing and narrowing a topic, taking notes, writing and
revising a research project
 Finalizing research paper/word processing
 Public speaking

Daily Responsibilities:
1) Check Student agenda/planner every day.
2) Serve as the student’s check-in check-out mentor if needed.
3) Monitor grades.
4) Aid students in organization (folders, lockers, etc.)
5) Tutor as needed.
6) Allow resource time to work on assignments.
7) Assign a daily participation grade.
8) Conduct RtI help for students that are assigned. This includes progress
monitoring.
9) Conduct Check-In, Check out …(CICO) for students in the Study Skills Class.
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Cool Tools:
1) Reinforce Cool Tools.
2) Give a weekly assignment that can be used in the other classes (for example …
have them make note cards for an upcoming test.
3) Tutor as needed
4) Topic will change at the end of every week. Some topics may be covered twice.
5) Cover Essential 55 questions
Letting a student do nothing in class is encouraging failure!

Study Skills Curriculum Overview:

1. Create an ideal study environment
2. Reinforce the importance of maintaining a daily/weekly notebook for the
purpose of listing assignments, activities and events.
3. Teach Time Management and Organizational Skills.
4. Practice Note-taking Skills
5. Teach tactics concerning how to improve memory by using various strategies
for the purpose of better study habits.
6. Develop test taking skills
7. Improving critical thinking and listening skills.
8. Discovering the different learning styles and applying the principles of each
to make learning easier.
9. Teach and explore many different reading tactics.

Class Format:
Class will be divided into 2 parts: learning organizational skills & working on
homework.
1) The first 5 minutes will be for checking student planners.
2) The next 10-20 minutes will be for learning a new skill.
3) The last 20-30 minutes will be for homework and organizing. Students should
not expect to be using this class to finish work that is due that day. They are
learning to be prepared & organized – not rushed and panicked. Exceptions will
be given to reviewing for a test that day.
4) Periodically, progress monitoring for RtI or IEP objectives can also be done in
this class during homework time.
Assessment:
Students will receive a participation grade every day. This grade will not count
towards the GPA but will towards eligibility.

TIPS TO TEACH
Time Management Tips
1. Set goals for yourself: short and long term
2. Record assignments: Use an agenda book or pocket calendar.
3. Make a “to do” list daily: Prioritize what you want to accomplish that day.
4. Use spare time wisely: Read on the bus ride when going home, to games or
while waiting for practice to begin. Also when given class time to begin your
homework, USE IT!!!
5. It is okay to say “NO” to interruptions: Keep focused on your goals!!! For
example, if an employer asks you to work an extra shift it is okay to say no if you
are preparing for a quiz or test the next day.
6. Find the right time and place: Know how you learn best, what time of the day
you concentrate the best as well as choosing an environment that will make you
successful.
7. Get plenty of sleep: Lack of sleep can make you irritable and less productive.
Plan your time so that you are in bed at a decent hour.

Organization
Organize a study area. Designate a specific work area at home where you can
keep all of your school materials. (This may involve having to clean your room!)
But this can be wherever you feel comfortable working. When you get home in
the afternoon, put everything right there. Keep it organized and free of clutter,
and all of your things will be easy to use, and especially easy to find.
Use your agenda book for more than a passbook. Record not only homework
assignments but also due dates for projects. Fill in all of your commitments,
(practices, club meetings, etc.) This gives you a better sense of your available
time and helps you to use it wisely. Keep each subject separate.
Set up different folders, 3-ring binders, or notebooks for each subject. Be sure to
follow any directions that a teacher may give – you may be required to have a 3-
ring binder or a spiral notebook for a particular class. Otherwise, use the method
that works best for you. Take a few moments every day to keep up with this
organization. Be sure that papers are in the correct folder, punch holes to put
papers into binders, and put materials in some type of order. Chronological order
is usually most effective, so be sure to date every paper that you receive.
Get ready the night before. Make a habit every night of pulling your things
together. Since you now have an organized study area, this should be a breeze.
Make sure an alarm is set and you know what you’re wearing. Then get plenty of
sleep.

How to use your Agenda Book

1) Bring your agenda book to school and home every day.
2) Make an entry EVERYDAY for EVERY CLASS!
3) Use a consistent format. 4) Write in each class the assignment and due date
5) Example: Science, Separation of a Mixture Lab Report, 9/10
6) Write due dates as dates and avoid using things like tomorrow or next Friday.
7) Use the agenda book to manage assignments and time.
8) Include work or extra-curricular activities when planning your use of time after
school.
9) Update the status of your assignments. (Use check marks when an
assignment is complete or use an arrow when you need to carry an assignment
over to another day.)
10) Use a large binder clip to keep track of where you are in the agenda book.

Effective Reading If you know how to read a textbook, you will understand and
remember what you have read.
There are 3 simple tools that you can do to read more effectively.
SCAN: Scan the chapter in the book. Look at the boldface terms, charts, graphs,
headings & subtitles, maps, photos & illustrations, summary, and review
questions. Scanning provides you with information in a short amount time. You
get a quick view of the information, and it prepares you for what you are about
to read. It makes it easier when more understandable when you actually do read.
READ: When you read, have a purpose. This helps you to stay focused and
understand what you have read. Ask yourself questions as you read. “What does
this word mean? Why is this event important?, etc.” You are a detective while
you read. Looking for answers to your questions while you read. When you
finished reading you should have answered all your question and the review
questions.
REVIEW: Once you have finished reading, take the time to go one set further. Go
through the scanning process again and look at the bold words, italicized words,
charts, pictures, headings, etc. Make sure you understand what you have read.
You can even make flash cards of the different headings or events that took
place in your reading. You will be amazed how much you remember when it is
time to review for the test.
Taking notes on readings
Taking notes on class readings can be as important as taking notes on class
lectures. Not everyone can remember or understand something they only read
once, so if you can take efficient notes on readings, you can save yourself a lot
of time and effort when you need to review readings for quizzes and tests!
Here are some general tips to follow when taking notes on readings.
1. Budget enough time for taking notes. The time you spend taking clear,
efficient notes initially, will save you review time and increase your
knowledge retention.
2. Date your notes, and write full bibliographic information next to the date,
including author, title, publication, date of publication, city, publisher, and
volume number for journal articles. Do this so you don’t waste time later
writing a paper or other assignment that may call for proper citation.
3. Compose your notes in a concise and legible fashion. If you can’t read your
notes you are either writing too much or may need to consider using a
computer. Use short and meaningful phrases, and abbreviate when
necessary. Don’t use abbreviations that you won’t recognize later.
4. Create a system of note-taking that allows YOU to write quickly and get down
basic concepts, but which will also allow you to quickly find information in
your notes later. Consider using an outline format, for example, or clearly
separating your notes into different sections (or columns if you are using a
steno pad or a computer).
5. Use the structure of the book (or article) as the structure of your notes. For
instance, chapters correspond to major headings, chapter sections to
subheadings. You also may want to include page numbers in case you need
to refer back to the text at a later time.
6. Note anything that is pertinent to the author's argument. Important points
tend to come in introductory and concluding paragraphs, where details and
more complete explanations or arguments are located in the body of the text.
7. Distinguish facts from opinions, and quotations from summaries, in a way
that will make it clear which is which when you review your notes.
8. Review your reading notes the next day, and do it again a few days later. This
is a timeefficient way of retaining the material.
9. Record any comments or questions you may have in your notes. Asking
clarifying questions of your teacher will not only help you understand the
text, but it will also show your teacher that you are taking ownership of your
own learning!
Note Taking Strategies
1. Come to class prepared: Bring a three-ring binder, pocket folder and a writing
utensil.
2. Start a new page for each class: Put the date at the top of each page. This
makes it easier for you to access notes when you miss a class.
3. Develop a note taking system that works for you: There are several ways to
take notes such as outlining, charting or mapping. Attached is an example of one
system, the Cornell notetaking system. Use can use various colors to distinguish
between concepts.
4. Don’t try to write down every word the teacher says: Make sure you listen,
write and ask questions as needed.
5. Write down the major ideas: Listen for facts, connections and main ideas. This
can be difficult so don’t get frustrated. Ask the teacher to slow down if needed.
6. Leave enough space between notes: When writing leave a lot of space
between ideas. Your notes will be easier to read and add to when needed.
7. Use graphic organizers or pictures: Sometimes it is helpful to draw pictures
that make connections between ideas, sequences or events.
8. Write down page numbers from your textbook: This makes it easier to gather
information for assignments quizzes or tests.
9. REVIEW YOUR NOTES: This is important!!!! Make sure you take the time to
look through your notes and develop questions or rephrase them so they make
sense to you!!!! Write down any questions you have and ask at the beginning of
the next class.
10. GET NOTES FROM MISSED CLASSES: Create a partnership with another
student that you can rely on and also can rely on you for notes when a class is
missed. If not you may need to schedule time after school to do this with your
teacher.
Test Preparation Strategies—TOP TEN
1) Be Confident. If you feel that you know the material and have put in
significant study time, you can look forward to showing off all you have learned.
Showcase your best effort. Answer every question to the best of your ability.
THINK A!
2) Be Prepared. Come with required materials such as pencils, calculator, notes,
formula sheet, etc.
3) Be Alert. When you are given an exam, take a minute to look through all of
the questions. READ ALL DIRECTIONS.
4) Be Careful. Avoid careless errors. Take time to review all problems and proof-
read all answers.
5) Be Ready. Preparation is the key to success. Complete all reading and problem
sets before the exam. Designate study time. NORTH MAC MIDDLE SCHOOL
STUDY SKILLS CURRICULUM GUIDE
6) Be Smart. Utilize review sessions. Learn your teachers testing style.
7) Be Efficient. Prioritize your time wisely. Do not get stuck on one problem and
run out of time. Outline essay answers.
8) Be Neat. Write clearly. Erase thoroughly. Make sure your numerical answers
are legible. Many teachers will not give credit if they cannot read your answer.
9) Be Honest. A test is a measure of your knowledge of a particular topic.
Academic integrity is extremely important. Resist the urge to cheat—it is never
worth it.
10) Be Mature. A test is just that—a test. Keep every exam in perspective. Tests
are learning opportunities too. Use them as tool to make yourself a better
student. Communicate with your teacher about your performance.

The Importance of Time Management

Learning to manage time well is a key skill for success at home and in the
workplace. By incorporating specific calendar and daily-planner routines into
your classroom, you are helping students build important life skills that will serve
them well in the years ahead.