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Bryan's mental health has been suffering lately because of both ongoing personal and familial issues. He's feeling depressed most days and is too anxious to attend school so his grades are suffering as result. A friend suggests that Bryan find a professional to talk to and who can help him navigate through these struggles. What ASU services can Bryan best take advantage of here?
ASU Counseling Services
You can't stop procrastinating...
Create a schedule. Set timers.
Taylor has a big project due in her history class soon but she's confused about the assignment and doesn't know where to start. She's too shy to ask questions in class and prefers one-on-one settings. What type of assistance do professors often offer that Taylor could utilize?
Office Hours
While still important, what is considered "Pre-Studying"?
Reading! Notes, textbooks, homework, or tests, if you aren't engaging you aren't studying.
What is the name of the personality test we took at the beginning of the presentation?
True Colors Personality Assessment
Jennifer performed poorly on her last calculus exam. The material is flying over her head and she knows she would benefit if she had one-on-one time with a peer to help explain it to her. What ASU resource should Jennifer reach out to for assistance?
University Academic Success Programs’ Tutoring Centers
If you don't know how to get back on track...
Set a goal. Make a plan. Repeat.
Denise's roommates are loud. They often have guests over or are playing music or have the TV on in the background, which is a problem because she needs silence to study efficiently. Where can Denise go to study in peace?
Library, academic buildings, study lounges, coffee shops, etc.
What kind of reward should you give yourself after completing a task/goal?
Something immediate and short.
What "color" is characterized by spontaneity, risk-taking, optimism, the ability to do well during crises, competitiveness, boldness in relationships, etc?
Orange
ASU Career and Professional Development Services
If you are too prideful to ask for help...
Join a study group. Online teacher, Ex. Khan Academy, Youtube, Online lectures, etc.
Alex is a new freshman student. He's a little introverted and is worried about making friends in a new environment. He has a passion for photography, soccer, and the French language and would love to mingle with students who share similar interests. What event occurs at the beginning of a semester where students like Brad can explore the 1,000+ student organizations on campus?
Passport to ASU (Student Activity Fair)
What are some examples of active studying?
Work the problems and explain the steps to yourself. Create concept maps. Make your own study guide.
What are our names?
Rosh, Theo, Maddie, and Ty
Reema has a big final paper due in two weeks that is worth 30% of her grade. She knows she needs to get started but struggles writing essays. She isn't sure of what topic to pick for the paper, doesn't know how to begin an outline, and struggles with common grammar and spelling mistakes. What ASU program can Reema use to help her with this specific conflict?
University Academic Success Programs' ASU Writing Center
If you don't know anyone in class to study with or ask for help...
Join a club, go to school events, make an effort to socialize before/after class.
Ryan has a class on the downtown campus that ends just an hour before his next class, which is on the Tempe campus. His roommate usually gives him a ride but is sick this week. Without a car, bike, or the finances to pay for a rideshare or scooter, he is worried about missing his next class. What free service does ASU offer for students commuting in between campuses?
ASU Intercampus Shuttles
How long should your short & intense study sessions be?
30-45 minutes
What's a strategy that might specifically help people who have "blue" personalities?
Join clubs to form connections, build relationships with professors in office hours, create and use visual and auditory study aids, get involved in campus life, spend time before and after class networking with peers, etc.
Jordan is a talented student but struggles with dyslexia. It takes him a little longer to read and write in comparison to his peers. He knows that he would perform better on exams if he had permission to receive extended time on them. Where on campus should Jordan go to seek these accommodations?
Student Disability Center
Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services (SAILS)
If you don't know how to study...
Take a learning style quiz. Practice active studying strategies. When all else fails, keep it short and sweet.
Name at least three different online learning services that you could use to help you learn and study?
What were each of the three (3) columns for on our suggestion for creating a plan.
1) Write down what you need to do. 2) The estimated amount of time you think the task will take. 3) The actual amount of time it takes.
What was the name of the student in the scenario that we shared?
Jake