Workshops - Fall 08

Intense Study Cycle for InTensive Times September 9 (Tuesday), September 11 and 25 and October 9 (Thursdays), all four sessions from 12:30–1:30 p.m. in C-013, Olmsted Why aren't the study strategies I used in high school working in college? I never had to study before. Why now? Two quick inventories taken online will give you immediate feedback on 1) your study behaviors as a college student and 2) the best study strategies to use based on your learning preferences. A "continuous process of learning" will be recommended using the Study Cycle and Intense Study Sessions model. This workshop is presented four times; plan to attend only one of the sessions. Presenter: Karen C. Miles, Academic Skills Coach

Learning Styles September 18 (Thursday); 12:30–1:50 p.m.; Gallery Lounge, Olmsted Are you a green, gold, orange, or blue temperament? How does it influence your study habits? What are the clues about the temperaments of your professors? How do you work with and understand others of different temperaments? This activity is supported by Student Activity fees and the Learning Center.

Do You Have Math Anxiety? September 30 (Tuesday); 4:00–4:50 p.m.; E-257, Olmsted Math anxiety is an emotional reaction to math based on a past unpleasant experience. If the thought of doing math makes you cringe, then learn about math anxiety and how to manage it so it doesn't get in the way of your math success here. Presenters: Linda Meashey, Counseler, and Janice Smith, Learning Center

Study Skills October 7 (Tuesday); 12:30–1:20 p.m.; E-244, Olmsted You can learn how to study smarter, not harder.  This program will focus on how to study effectively so you can learn more in less time.  Specific memory strategies will be presented.  Presenter: Alan Babcock, Student Life.

How Do I Cite This Thing? A Brief Introduction to APA Style October 15 (Wednesday); 12:00–12:50 p.m.; E-258 Olmsted and October 16 (Thursday); 12:30– 1:20 p.m.; E-258 Olmsted What’s the difference between APA and MLA? What will my reference page look like? What’s a parenthetical citation? How do I cite information from the Internet? This workshop covers the basics of APA documentation style, the style used most widely in technical writing. This workshop is offered two times; plan to attend only one of the sessions. Presenter: Kathy Brode, Learning Center.

Get that Paper Started! October 22 (Wednesday); 12:00–12:50 p.m.; E-258 Olmsted and October 23 (Thursday); 12:30– 1:20 p.m.; E-258 Olmsted Professional writing tutors from the Learning Center will offer brainstorming strategies that are effective for overcoming writer’s block. They also will offer tips on developing and organizing ideas with an eye to fulfilling the instructor’s requirements for the assignment. This workshop is offered two times; plan to attend only one of the sessions. Presenter: Kathy Brode, Learning Center

Test-Taking Strategies: November 4(Tuesday); 12:30– 1:30 p.m.; W-255, Olmsted and November 6 (Thursday) 12:30– 1:30 p.m.; E-244, Olmsted Knowing the material for a test is necessary but not sufficient to perform well on a test, especially if your professor asks difficult questions.  To perform at your optimal level you have to have good test-taking skills.  This program will teach you how to take different types of tests including multiple choice, short answer, essay, true/false and math tests.  In addition, Web sites that will help you to improve your test-taking skills will be provided. This workshop is offered two times; plan to attend only one of the sessions.Presenter: Alan Babcock, Student Life.