One of the best tips of advice that I could give to all students especially to students with LD is GET A PLANNER! NOT an electronic one but a physical assignment book in which you can write down important exams, tests, quizzes, social events etc. As human beings we all have very busy lives. For students like myself who have a specific learning disability organization has always been one of my weaknesses. At times, it can be quite difficult to remember when all of my class work is due and social events are if I do not physically write out all the assignments I have to get done. (Sidenote: Most students with LD experience this, because their brain can not process all of the information fast enough. They need a visual guide!!!!) This is where a written planner comes in handy. Ever year before school starts I always make sure I make that one trip to the school bookstore and buy myself a a big planner that has a lot of space for me to write all of my school assignments and social events. This provides me a very nice visual of what my schedule will look like each week.
Below, I have provided a link to one of my favorite planners that I use each school year. This planner is beneficial for students who have large handwriting, (like myself) and need a lot of space on a page. Also, It's the perfect size that you can carry around when you are out and about.
Enjoy & Happy Organizing!
Cheryl's Favorite Planner
1 comment:
Not sure of the science behind it but I know that I definitely need to write down information to synthesize it. Whether copying vocabulary lists from a text book, copying down assignments, or even taking handwritten notes in a meeting while everyone else is toting their laptops (ah, my everyday at work!), it's an incredibly valuable thing that meshes well with my learning style too.
I have a friend who's way into cognitive science and, I'm sure, could offer some good insight as to how rewriting things (and doing so in specific ways) helps improve one's memory as well.
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