Course Description
This is a foundational course in active learning strategies and effective study skills that focuses on the learner's role and responsibility in the learning process. Topics will include time management, study methods, test-taking tips, information literacy, and financial awareness.
Topical Outline
- Your Purpose in College
- College Knowledge: Services You Will Need to Succeed
- Values, Goals and Time: Managing Yourself
- Understanding Your Learning Style: Strengths and Weaknesses
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Information Literacy
- Effective Note Taking
- Memory as a Study Tool: Retaining Learning
- Test Taking Strategies
- Diversity in the Community College
- Wellness & Stress Management
- Money Management
- Career Guidance
- Your Professors and You: How to Relate
- Managing Stressful Classes: Giving Speeches, Group Projects, Clinical Experiences
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Gain self awareness of their strengths and weaknesses as college students
- Improve self-management and critical thinking skills relating to the college learning process
- Develop improved cultural competence and communication skills
- Practice and adopt a variety of study skill strategies for college learning
- Develop information literacy skills
- Develop awareness of financial challenges faced by community college students
- Produce a Master Academic Plan designed to help reach program or degree completion