Study Skills
What is time management?
the process of planning and organizing your time in the best way
Who's responsibility is it to get a student set up with Accommodations?
It is the students job to advocate for accommodations.
What is the difference between a full time and a part time student?
Full time students are taking a full course load of classes (4-6 courses), and a part time student is taking less than a full course load (1-3 classes).
What is "Post Secondary Education"?
Post-Secondary Education refers to any education that happens after high school
“post” (after); “secondary” (high school); “education”
This includes colleges / universities, as well as trade schools and apprenticeships.
What is a Major?
A Major is the area of study you choose to focus on
What is one way to study?
Reread notes, use flashcards, try teaching someone, practice rewriting notes, watch supplemental videos
What are Academic Accommodations?
Alterations to the environment or format of work to help students learn material in an appropriate way.
List 3 academic responsibilities of a college student.
Attending class, arriving on time, arriving prepared, completing assignments on time, accessing supports when needed, communicating with professor, practice good time management, making sure you are caught up on work.
How many classes can a part time student take at a time?
1-3 classes
What is a syllabus?
A syllabus is a document given at the beginning of a semester outlining the course you are in. The syllabus may include course expectations, grading information, and assignments.
When are 2 examples of when college students take notes?
During a lecture, reading a textbook, reading an article, watching a video
What is the role of the Academic Achievement Center?
The Academic Achievement Center supports students be successful in their class. They have tutors and learning specialists to help if you are struggling in a subject, or on an assignment.
List 3 independent living responsibilities of a college student.
Completing laundry, grocery shopping, cooking, completing ADL's, keeping room organized, purchasing cleaning supplies, eating at appropriate meal times, communicating with roommates or housemates, transporting yourself to a from campus.
What is a trade/ vocational/ technical school?
Trade, vocational, and technical schools provide students with the specific training and skills they need for a particular profession.
Examples: Cosmetology, Electrician, Automotive Technology, Dental Hygiene, Culinary, Construction
What is one way to be proactive in avoiding stress in college?
- Plan ahead
- Exercise
- Have an outlet for leisure time
- Use a support system
What are 3 ways college students can stay organized?
Use a planner, bring a backpack, use folders, reference your syllabus, write important due dates down, use color coding,
What are 3 examples of possible Accommodations?
extended time on exams, alternative testing space, use of a scribe, use of a recording device, use of technology in class, use of calculators, copies of notes from classmates, access to audiobooks, use of an interpreter or translator
List 3 financial responsibilities of college students.
Buying groceries, buying cleaning supplies, paying tuition, paying room and board or rent, paying for leisure activities, buying or renting textbooks
What is one advantage of Community Colleges?
- Less expensive
- Test scores aren't required
- Can usually commute from home
- Offers evening classes
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Explain the "Outline Method" of taking notes
In the outline method, you use bullet points to show a hierarchy. Headings and upper bullet points are used to show the main idea, and sub bullet points are used to fill in the smaller details.
Explain the process of getting Accommodations.
Students must meet with an accessibility specialist from their college and provide testing. Together they will identify what accommodations will make sense for that student.
What is one example of a support office (other than the AAC), and explain what they can help with.
Student Government Association: clubs
Academic Advisor: course management, choosing class
Financial Services: paying for college, finding scholarships
Counseling Services: stress management
Career Services: find a job
Residential advisor: roommate trouble
What is an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are training programs through companies that allow students to complete a program of study and receive the hands-on experience they need for a particular profession or trade.
Students can get college credit through their apprenticeship program. They also get paid for being an employee for the company.
What is a Cumulative Grade Point Average, or GPA?
The average grade points of all the grades you have received
Your total grade in college