Today’s Mathematicians and Readers, Tomorrow’s World

LeadersRashideh Joi Raigns

IT in Science

Prof. Davina Pruitt-Mentle

Organizing Your Success

1. Radical Readers

2. Marvelous Mathematicians

3. Terrific Tips

4. Proper Planning

Achieve in Reading Comprehension

• Read the questions first and search for clue words.

• Read the story carefully and mark the clue words in the passage.

• Use the clue words to answer the question it matches.

• Always go back to they story if you get confused or forget information.

• Remember to practice all of the strategies that PROFICIENT READERS use!!!

Achieve with Math Word Problems

• READ the problem. Identify what information you know/ need to know

• PLAN how you will figure out the answer to the problem. What operation do you need to use to solve the problem.

• SOLVE the problem. After you have read and made a plan, put your plan into

action.

• LOOK BACK to check your answer. Does your answer make sense/is it logical? Did you write your answer in a complete sentence?

Terrific Test Taking Tips

• Read directions twice and follow them carefully.

• Put unfamiliar vocabulary into your own words.

• Solve the math problem first.

• Always read all the answer choices before making your selection.

• Eliminate the answer choices you know are wrong. Then take your best guess.

• When in doubt, use your magic letter every time.

• Be mindful of the clock so you don’t run out of time.

5 Ways To Ensure A Positive Testing Experience 1. Get plenty of sleep the week of and night

before the test.

2. Eat a healthy, hearty breakfast.

3. Read all of the directions carefully.

4. Be mindful of the clock.

5. Practice and plan for your success!

Just Believe and You’ll Achieve!!!