Starting aright, staying focused, studying at college part ii
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1) The document provides tips for students to start well, stay focused, and develop effective study strategies at college. It emphasizes creating a prioritized to-do list each day, using important documents like course outlines and calendars, rewarding accomplishments, utilizing resources like peers, instructors, and digital tools, developing strong note-taking skills, and persisting through challenges with encouragement from success stories. 2) Students are encouraged to compile a comprehensive daily to-do list at a consistent time using important documents, refer to the list to adjust plans, and check off completed tasks. Classmates, instructors, and online resources can provide academic support. 3) Note-taking involves active listening in class and writing down key points
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- 1. Starting Aright, Staying Focused, Studying at CollegePART IIElder Gibson Annor-AntwiRegistrar, Pentecost University College[September 2011]
- 2. This management tip was worth $25,000 to Charles Schwab, a steel entrepreneur.He paid the fee to a consultant who simply handed him a blank sheet of paper and pencil with directions to keep a prioritised list. Schwab felt his money was very well spent.Similar success can be yours, if.2How valuable is this management tip?
- 3. Develop a comprehensive list by compiling it at the same time each day and using your important documentsChoose a time that works for your personal styleAfter classes
- 4. Before bed
- 6. Soon after your Quiet Time
- 7. Etc.3
- 9. Did you have tasks uncompleted?
- 10. Should they be carried over?
- 11. Course Outlines
- 12. List any immediate assignments and examinations
- 13. Note up-coming assignments, tasks, etc.
- 14. Calendar
- 15. Annual
- 16. Academic 4
- 17. Refer to your list throughout the day, adjusting your plans when necessary.Check off objectives as you complete them so you can easily see the tasks that remain.5
- 18. PERSONAL REWARDS OF DAILY SUCCESSESReward yourself after a job well done before you begin your next list.
- 19. Read a psalm
- 20. Read a novel
- 21. Pray and worship God
- 22. Enjoy some fruits, biscuits, nature, etc.6
- 23. 4. Use Your Resources on CampusThe potential of one individual increases when combined with the potentials of others.
- 24. By sharing resources, people maximise their productivity and creativity.
- 25. The successful student most often has created a network of people and resources that make learning more interesting and problems easier to solve.7
- 26. Peers An upper-class advocate, big-sister or big-brother can:
- 27. Provide you with information and tips based on experience and offer a sympathetic ear.
- 28. Show you the shortest routes to: - locating specific textbooks at the library,
- 29. - accessing information from specific course related websites, and
- 30. - obtaining valuable references for class assignments, etc.8
- 31. Classroom SupportSome of your most important resources are in your classesBegin NOW to establish healthy academic relationships with your classmates and instructors; They can provide tremendous support as you learn and as you cope with problems.9
- 32. iii. ClassmatesTake advantage of natural contacts, conflicts, clashes to make study teams in your class.You can simply choose a classmate you already know and like.Whoever you choose must build on your strength and be mutually motivating.Observe your classmates for a few daysChat with someone you think is conscientious and friendly.Build a buddy system.10
- 33. E-library Resources 11Saturday, 17 September 2011Thousands of e-Resources available for your useE-Learning
- 34. B-Learning
- 36. M-learning (vs. Social Networking)
- 37. Cloud computing (drop box)My Passionate Advice Take advantage of what is available to enhance/facilitate your learning.Twitter (latest updates about your subject area)LinkedIn WhatsApp (cheap sms)Google Group, Google +Evernote12Saturday, 17 September 2011
- 38. Beginning with the end in mind and sight.13
- 39. Note-Taking14
- 40. Note-TakingNote-taking is the necessary supplement to active listening.
- 41. Active listening ensures that you understand what is being said, while it is being said.
- 42. Note-taking ensures that you remember both what you heard and understood.15
- 43. 16
- 44. Note-Taking SystemsNote-taking systems vary, each with its merits and demerits.When you are deciding what to put in your notebook and how to put it there, three things should inform your decision.1. Writing down only the things you know you need to remember.2. Capturing the result of how the lecturer is presenting the material.3. Ensuring the form your notes take makes it as easy as possible for you to review and study them.17
- 45. Notes Management Techniques on your computerHyperlinking notes on different topics in documents and folders saved on your computer.Accessing academic information [Google Scholar, Google + pdf.Referencing, STUDY TIPS 18
- 46. OTHER STUDY HELPSVisit university websites for study tips advice ON:Academic WritingManaging StressPreparing for ExaminationsManaging Fear at Lectures19
- 47. JOHN STEPHEN AKHWARIThe epitome of persistenceEncouragement for the wounded academic athletesMexico 1968 Olympic Marathon Athlete20
- 48. JOHN STEPHEN AKHWARIAn icon of persistence 21
- 49. Quitters dont win;Winners dont quit!!!22
- 50. Start Aright23
- 51. 24Stay Focused
- 52. 25Develop Study Strategies at College
- 53. REMEMBER THE Four Assumptions?You qualify to begin the raceStrenuous preparations NEEDS to be invested to make you READY to participate in the race of academiaYou must be conversant with the rules of engagementYou have the potential to become a world class winner
- 54. (1Co 9:24)So run, then, in such a way as to win the prize.
- 55. GOD BLESS YOU ALL Thanks for being my audience.