SDV 114 - Strategies for Academic Success


Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 3.00
This course provides an opportunity for students to learn and adopt methods to be successful in school. Topics include memory development, reading and note-taking techniques, test-taking techniques, learning styles, time and money management, stress reduction, setting goals, self-esteem and college policies and procedures. This course is suggested for students whose diagnostic or assessment scores indicate a need to review study skills for success in college level courses.

SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Develop positive attitudes about learning while developing confidence in the classroom.

  • Analyze information regarding college courses and orientation to support services.

  • Explain and apply skills in writing, reading, memory, thinking, studying, taking exams, and money management.

  • Describe the importance of learning from and working with people from many different backgrounds and cultures.

  • Create an educational plan and apply career planning strategies.



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