Post on 17-Dec-2015
help your students develop learning and motivation strategies
for semester success
Tips & Tools from the Learning Center
BITE-SIZE PIECESBreak tasks into small,
manageable steps
GO FOR GOALSet goals that are
challenging but attainable
Take Reasonable Risk
Take Responsibility for Your Outcomes
THINK POSITIVELYBelieve in your own effort
and capability
PLANBuild a plan
Search the Environment for Information
JUST ASKAsk questions
VISUALIZE ITBuild models
Use Feedback
KEEP TRACKMonitor your
actions
TELL YOURSELFGive yourself
instructions
Our Courses
159: Online Learning Strategies and Skills
359: Technology-Enhanced Learning Strategies
259: Learning and Motivation Strategies for Success in College
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• Learning Specialists facilitate one-on-one academic consultations and coaching
• Common concerns…
I’ve never had to study before.
When I take a test, I panic.
I need to stop procrastinating.
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