Learning topics
Below are some common learning topics that are important for academic success. Drop by the Study Solutions office in the McPherson Library to have a session with a learning consultant to discuss any of the following topics, or any other academic success concerns you may have.
Reading strategies
- SQ3R/PSQ5R reading methods
- Reading effectively and efficiently
- Survey reading
Memory
- Memory and fluency
- Memory techniques course
- Active review for remembering
Time management/organization information
- Levels of learning time management and planning study time
- Organizing information for study purposes
- Procrastination – time management and self-control
- Setting personal course goals
- Study log/time allocation tool
- Concept mapping
- Cornell notes – a system for learning
Exam and paper writing
- Preparing for and writing exams/tests
- Problem solving for math and science
- Stress management and exam anxiety
- Writing essays, papers and reports
Different ways to learn
- Active and passive learning
- Active learning with notes and studycards
- Co-operative learning (study groups)
- Study groups
- The brain dump