Adjusting to the academic life of a college student is made easier with the TLC's student success workshops. Most are offered early in each academic semester.
And, if you miss a workshop, stop by your campus TLC to arrange a session.
Feel free to bring your lunch to any of the noon hour sessions.
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Get the most out of your lectures. Learn before, during, and after class strategies that will enhance your recall and understanding. Vermilion - Sept. 5, 2012 Lloydminster - Jan. 10, 2013 |
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| Textbook Reading and Note Taking | |
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Active reading increases comprehension and recall. Learn effective reading strategies and note taking techniques that will aid you when studying for exams. Vermilion - Sept 6, 2012 Lloydminster - Jan. 15, 2013 |
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| How to Prepare and Study for Exams | |
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Learn how to choose the behaviors it takes to get As. Study smart, not hard! Handout package includes pre-exam checklist and study area anaylsis sheet. Vermilion - Sept. 11, 2012 Lloydminster - Jan. 17, 2013 |
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| Memory and Concentration | |
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Learn strategies to organize and make important course information more meaningful and easier to recall. Vermilion - Sept. 12, 2012 Lloydminster - Jan. 22, 2013 |
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| Writing Different Types of Exams/Exam Day Strategies | |
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Learn effective strategies for writing multiple choice, essay, and short answer exams, as well as tips such as "data dumping" and "test mining" to use of exam day itself. Vermilion - Sept 13, 2012 Lloydminster - Jan. 29, 2013 |
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| How to Write a Research Paper | |
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Discover the 12 steps involved in the process of writing a research paper. These steps will guide you through an orderly process - from defining our topic to citing sources used. Lloydminster - Jan. 24, 2013 |
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Not enough time to get important stuff done? Falling behind on assignments and projects? Learn how to gain more control over your time by planning and prioritizing more effectively. Vermilion - Sept 18, 2012 Lloydminster - Jan. 31, 2013 |
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Only have time for one workshop? Try these “highlights” from the other workshops, like getting your notes organized, studying smart, memory tips, and more! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning Styles | |
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How do you learn best? Discover your unique learning style and gain valuable tips on learning and studying based on your personal style. Vermilion - Sept 19, 2012 Lloydminster - Feb. 5, 2013 |
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Remaining calm and in control while taking exams is half the battle! Discover symptoms and aggravators of exam anxiety and learn effective management strategies and relaxation techniques. Vermilion - Sept 20, 2012 Lloydminster - Feb. 7, 2013 |
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| Vermilion Student Success Workshop Schedule | |
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