Note It Down
Writing things down so you can remember them later is called this.
What is "Notetaking"
This common tool helps you organize daily tasks and appointment, it's found in both paper and digital forms.
What is a planner (or calendar)
This is an experienced student on campus that is trained to help you with all academic disciplines and to help you adjust to college life
What is a Peer Coach
This theory of motivation explains that effort depends on how much you value a goal and how likely you think you are to achieve it.
What is the Value × Expectation Theory?
Where is the worst place to do homework?
What is your bedroom
Highlighting too much text can backfire, so highlight only these parts.
What is "key words" and "main ideas"
Often underestimated, ensuring you get enough of this each night is crucial for cognitive function and effective time management.
What is sleep.
This is the amount of Peer Coaches we have on campus
What is two
This popular phrase encourages you to focus on your reason for doing something, your deeper sense of purpose, or to stay motivated.
What is "remember your why?"
This is qualities of a good place to study on campus?
What is a place that is quiet, without distraction, and comfortable
Recording questions in the margin of your notes helps with this learning skill that test memory
What is "active recall"
This is when you chunk certain times in the day in your planner to complete certain tasks
What is time blocking
This is when Peer Coaches are in a communal space offer snacks and conversation
What is snack and study
What do we call motivation that comes from inside, like curiosity or wanting to learn?
What is intrinsic motivation?
Visiting your professor during this scheduled time is a great way to get help, ask questions, and improve your understanding of the class.
What are office hours?
This is the best time to start writing notes.
What is "before class"
This involves setting clear, achievable goals that are Specific, Measurement, Achievement, Relevant, Time-Oriented.
What is a "SMART goal"
These are some ways you can connect with a Peer Coach on campus
What is email, appointment, or workshops
What type of motivation comes from outside rewards like grades, praise, or money?
What is extrinsic motivation?
Studying with classmates who keep you accountable and help you stay on track is an example of this helpful academic strategy
What is forming a study group?
Splitting your page into a note column, a question column, and summary column creates this popular notetaking technique.
What is "Cornell Method"
This popular technique is the act of split your time up into small chunks with same breaks.
Hint: This is what Italians call kitchen timers.
What is "Pomodoro Technique"
Peer coaches send these to freshmen every week to share tips, reminders, and helpful resources for staying on track in college.
What is weekly newsletter.
What is the difference between FIXED mindset and GROWTH mindset?
A fixed mindset views abilities as unchangeable, while a growth mindset believes they can be developed through effort and dedication.
If you need help understanding a difficult class or want extra practice, this is a place where you can meet with a peer or a tutor
What is the academic success center?