Fall 2013 Course Schedule:

GS-100-EVA Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m.

GS-100-A Wednesday 11:30-12:20 p.m.

Strategies for Academic Success is a seminar designed for students who want to enhance their academic achievement by strengthening their learning strategies and study skills.  Through focused discussion on course materials, peer interaction, skill development, self-assessment, visits to campus resources, and other activities, students will identify the best practices for achieving their college goals.  Freshman students may find the fall course particularly helpful with adjustment challenges as they make the transition to college life.

Course Topics Include:

• Effective Learning Strategies
• Test Preparation (Study Plans)
• Test-Taking Techniques
• Time Management
• Overcoming Procrastination
• Goal Setting & Motivation
• Critical Thinking
• Reading Strategies
• Note-Taking Skills
• StrengthsQuest Assessment
• Connecting to campus academic support resources

General Course Information:

• 1 credit hour
• Beginning Fall 2013:  Class will meet for a total of 14 sessions over a 14-week period.