The Biggest Mistakes Related to
Academics
- Not spending enough time studying
- Improper study techniques
- Failure to attend class regularly
- Differences between high school and college
- Underestimation of class requirements
- Getting behind in class work
- Poor study schedules
- Poor goal setting
- Improper class preparation
- Not taking classes seriously
The Most Valuable Academic Services
- Tutoring
- Library
- Writing Centers
- Faculty
- Office Hours
- Group study
- Counseling
- Advising
- Reading Labs
- Financial Assistance
Chief Academic Differences Between High School
and College
- More demands placed upon students
- Time concerns
- Increased individual responsibility
- Reading increases
- Expectations of faculty
- Pace of classes increase
- More outside class work
- Less frequent and more important evaluations
- Amount and quality of notes required
- Level of difficulty and quantity of material
The Best Things to do to Get the Most out of a
College Class
- Take notes
- Read your assignments
- Study outside of class
- Ask questions in class
- Be prepared for class
- Listen attentively in class
- Express a good attitude to your professor
- Participate in study groups
- Organize your time for study and review
- Attend class regularly-do not cut class
Best Ways to Get Along with Professors
- Be a diligent student
- Respect yourself, classmates and professors
- Listen in class
- Be prepared for each class
- Ask questions
- Attend class
- Show interest in subject matter
- Do your homework regularly
- Have a positive attitude
- Be responsible for yourself
Expect to Study in College
- 2 - 3 hours per class hour
Many professors give specific hours they expect you to study,
but most also mention that it is as important to study well as it
is to put a lot of time into studying.
Most professors stressed the commitment successful students have
to their studies and some added that budgeting time is an essential
skill for success in academics.
Best Tips for Studying
- Buy the textbooks
- Read your assignments before class
- Read and follow the course syllabus
- Review often
- Outline your notes as you read
- Take good notes in class
- Never depend on last minute studying
- Participate in class discussions
- Concentrate in and out of class
- Find a study partner
- Start studying early in the semester
- Seek help at the first sign of struggle
- Use your professor's assistance
Biggest Academic Adjustment You Will Have to Make
in College
- Spend enough time studying
- Motivation is your responsibility
- Ownership of your class obligations
- Increased work load
- Academic challenges happen at a faster pace
- Recognize your obligations first
- Proper balance of time required to study and outside
activities
- Time management is your responsibility
- Ask for help
Final Advice on Academic Achievement
- Do not be afraid to ask questions
- Do not hesitate to ask for help
- College should be a fascinating learning experience
- Stay motivated and continually be prepared
- Don't be reticent-speak up when you want to share your
ideas
- Try to remain enthusiastic
- Learning is a dynamic and enjoyable pursuit
- Characterize your life with consistency
- Maintain a pleasant disposition and good attitude-avoid those
that bring you down
Remember to be an active learner who is fully involved in campus
life. You are in control of your academic success.
- Prepare for class
- Do not wait until the last minute to study for tests
- Keep a positive attitude
- Use the available resources
Checklist
√ Attend Class
√ Buy and read assigned textbooks
√ Read and follow the course syllabus
√ Read assigned materials before
class
√ Review assigned materials after
class
√ Take notes as you read
√ Complete all assignments on time
√ Participate in class discussions
Please feel free to contact us:
Steve Neely
659-2332 or 659-2126