Introduction to Module 5

Module-level Objectives

As a result of the instruction in this module, students will be able to:

1. Identify the deep learning and study strategies that will contribute to academic success. (CO #2)

2. Demonstrate the different academic strategies that support student success, including note-taking, test-taking, and reading comprehension. (CO #1, CO #2)

(CO = Course Objective. This demonstrates the alignment from the module objective to the course objective[s].)

To Do

All activities in this module are required unless otherwise noted. If you have questions or ideas, prior to contacting the instructor, please post to the FAQ Discussion. Complete the following:

Read There, There, part II
Submit note-taking with Ken Robinson assignment

Readings

The following text-based resources have been selected to support your success on course assignments and to meet the objectives for this module.

- Note-taking article from The Boston Globe

Instructional Materials

These instructional materials are designed to support your success on course assignments and in meeting the objectives for this module.

Toolkit for Academic Success Resource Page: Use this page to access resources that will help you with different academic skills and study strategies. You will also need to reference this page for the journal assignment this week.

Media:

Make A Study Plan (3 mins 29 secs) - This video provides an overview of important test-taking and study prep techniques.

Handouts

Note-taking handouts:
- Cornell Note-taking System
- Note-taking overview

Test-taking handouts:
- Studying for exams
- Test-taking strategies
- Test-taking strategies continued
- Test-taking tips
- Test-taking strategies for specific test types
- What to do during the test
- When instructors talk fast
- Handling test anxiety

Reading comprehension handouts:
- How to Get the Most Out of Your Textbooks
- Muscle Reading
- SQ3R Method
- SQ3R Reading and Study Skill System

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