Academic Achievement Center
Workshops
Academic Success Strategies Workshops are offered each semester and provide a concentrated approach to developing skills vital to enhancing academic performance. Each workshop will provide suggestions for immediately applying the techniques discussed. Participants are encouraged to attend workshops that fit their needs and individual appointments can be scheduled.
NOTE: Workshop attendance is not an alternative to attending class.
Spring 2012 Workshops
The Balancing Act: Goal Setting & Time Management
Tuesday, February 21 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Wednesday, February 22 from 2 p.m.- 3 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Topics Covered:
- Learning styles assessment
- Creating long & short-term goals
- Planning effective schedules
Study for Math and Science
Tuesday, February 28 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Wednesday, February 29 from 2 p.m.- 3 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Topics Covered:
- Managing test anxiety Information about common test-taking errors
- Test preparation techniques
Improving Textbook Reading & Comprehension
Tuesday, March 13 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Wednesday, March 14 from 2 p.m.- 3 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Topics Covered:
- Reading strategies for textbooks and other class materials
- Using SQ4R Reading System Studying from lecture notes
10 Ways to Achieve Academic Success
Tuesday, April 10 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Wednesday, April 11 from 2 p.m.- 3 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Topics Covered:
- Enhancing listening skills Hints for better note-taking & outlining
- The textbook as a learning resource
Memorization, Concentration & Test Taking
Tuesday, April 24 from 11 a.m. -12 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Wednesday, April 25 from 2 p.m.- 3 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Topics Covered
- Memory techniques and retention tips Study & test taking strategies
- Assessment of test preparation
Preparation for Finals
Tuesday, May 1 from 11 a.m. -12 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Wednesday, May 2 from 2 p.m.- 3 p.m. in Cook Library 513
Topics Covered:
- Manage overall anxiety
- Assess schedule efficiency
- Consider academics and other commitments when creating study plan
- Recap information from prior workshops
Academic Achievement Center
Cook Library, Room 524 (map)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5 p.m
Phone: 410-704-2291
E-mail: achieve@towson.edu
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