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STUDY SKILLS. The SQRW Method. SQRW. Four step strategy for reading and taking notes from textbooks Each letter stands for a step in the method As you learn about each step, underline the words that will help you remember what to do for that step. SQRW – Survey, Question, Read & Write.
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STUDY SKILLS The SQRW Method
SQRW • Four step strategy for reading and taking notes from textbooks • Each letter stands for a step in the method • As you learn about each step, underline the words that will help you rememberwhat to do for that step
SQRW – Survey, Question, Read & Write • Survey • Title • Found at beginning of the chapter • Tells the general topic of the chapter • Introduction • Gives an overview of the information in the chapter • Found in the first paragraph or two of the chapter • Headings • Tell specific topics that will be covered in the chapter • Summary or Conclusion • Restates the main points made in the chapter • Provided generalization made from facts and ideas presented in the chapter • Usually found in last paragraph or two in the chapter
SQRW – Survey, Question, Read & Write • Question • Use the following words to change headings into questions • Who, What, Why, Where, When, How • Sometimes more than one question needs to be created per heading • Write the question(s) on a pre-made note-taking form or document • Your teacher may ask these questions in class or on a test
SQRW – Survey, Question, Read & Write • Read • Read to find the answers to your questions • Write • Your answers onto a note-taking form, or in a pre-made document
Reference:Teaching Learning Strategies and Study Skills to Students with Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorders or Special NeedsBy: Stephen S. Strichart & Charles T. Mangrum, II