Student Success
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This course prepares you for the challenges of higher education. It introduces you to various strategies for learning and other skills that are often overlooked when planning for college. You will conduct self-assessments to become familiar with the styles of learning that best suit you. You will become proficient in time management, listening and reading skills, writing techniques, public speaking, memory abilities, and test-taking strategies. You will also explore the following topics: decision making, choosing a major, problem-solving techniques, diversity issues, technology and computer skills, relationship building, managing your finances, remaining healthy, and designing a career portfolio. All of these skills will provide you with the tools necessary to be successful in today’s college environment.
Course Objectives
After completing this course students will be able to:
Recognize the value of a college education and the requirements for achieving success.
Practice self-assessment techniques to identify your learning style and develop personalized strategies for learning.
Explore various time-management strategies, organizational methods for effective note-taking, and listening skills.
Develop a proficiency in writing, reading, and public speaking skills necessary for productive learning.
Identify memorization and test-taking strategies to improve your course outcomes.
Examine ways of improving your decision making and problem solving, such as with choosing a major, managing your finances, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Summarize the basic requirements in technology and effective interactions in a diverse culture.
Create the foundation of a career portfolio that includes your mission statement and helps you determine professional goals essential for building a personal image for success.
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