SSP 051 Studying for College

Lecture Hours: 3
Credits: 3

Focuses on effective learning strategies that are important for success in college. Covers getting organized, studying for and taking tests, and utilizing college resources

Student Learning Outcomes:

Describe the elements of the college culture.
Identify and use self-management techniques.
Identify and use successful student behaviors in the classroom.
Use effective techniques to study for tests.
Use proven test taking strategies on different types of tests.

Content Outline

Academic Culture
- College environment
- Campus resources
Self-Management
- Learning styles
- Components of successful study environment
- Time management
- Organization
- Stress management
Classroom Strategies
- Concentration and listening
- Note takings
Study Strategies
- Study-reading
- Memory improvement
Test Taking Strategies
- Objective test-taking
- Short Answer/essay test-taking
- Test anxiety