Resources

Add a few tools to your toolkit.

Where should I start?

Consider taking our self-assessment quiz, which will provide you with customized recommendations for services/workshops based on your needs and goals. This quiz takes on average 10 minutes to complete, and you will receive an e-mail with your results.

Getting Started with Learning Strategies

This is a great time to start working on new and more efficient learning strategies. Read the handout below for suggestions, and watch the videos for more information on each of the learning strategies discussed. If you're interested in working further on these skills, you can make an appointment with a success coach.

Learning Strategies 101 - Read about evidence-based ways to work through the most common learning challenges.

Handouts

Organization and Productivity

Project Planning Form - Use this template to break down a project into manageable tasks.
Quarter Calendar | fillable PDF - Map out your quarter in one glance using this 10-week calendar template.
Say No, So You Can Say Yes - Gather and evaluate your commitments in order to have more resources for your priorities.
Task Priority Matrix - Strategize your to-do list by ranking items by urgency and importance.
Weekly Calendar | fillable PDF - Control time by quantifying it with this time-blocked weekly schedule template.
Weekly Time Calculator - Find out where your time goes, then design a weekly calendar based on the results.
Mobile Phone Lock Screens for Focus Time - Lock screens to remind you of your intention to focus on your goals.

Study System

Examine the Exam - Look for actionable patterns from past exam performance.
Learning Strategies 101 - Read about evidence-based ways to work through the most common learning challenges.
My Study System - Use this wheel to help you assess the strength of your study system.
Strategies for Online Learning - Get some quick tips on how to maximize use of Canvas and excel in online and hybrid courses.
Test Taking Strategies by Exam Format - Learn strategies for multiple choice, short answer/essay, and calculation/math-based exams.
Test-induced Anxiety - Learn strategies for successfully managing anxiety when preparing for and taking tests.

Life Design

Goal Setting - Use the SMARTIE goal framework to shape your goals.
Limiting Beliefs - Analyze a belief that holds you back and reframe it to move you forward.
Mindfulness Journal - Use this template to guide daily reflection.
Naming Your Purpose - Explore the big word purpose using this thought-provoking diagram.
Values-based Decision Making - Faced with a hard choice? Name your values, and decide how to honor them.
Wheel of College Life - Use this wheel to help you assess different areas of college life to help decide what needs more attention.

Online Learning Toolkit

The move to all-online learning in Spring 2020 presents special challenges for students. These handouts can be especially helpful in organizing projects and managing time.

Strategies for Online Learning - Get some quick tips on how to maximize use of Canvas and excel in online courses.
Time Management for Online Learning - Time management tips with online learning in mind
Quarter Calendar | fillable PDF - Map out your quarter in one glance using this 10-week calendar template.
Project Planning Form - Use this template to break down a project into manageable tasks.
Weekly Calendar | fillable PDF - Control time by quantifying it with this time-blocked weekly schedule template.

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