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COLLEGE STUDY SKILLS SYLLABUS
Title: UNIV 110 COLLEGE STUDY SKILLS
Semester/Year: Fall 2016
Credits: 1
Day/Time: Wed. 1:00 - 1:50
Location: Library 207
Instructor: Dr. Valerie Meidinger
Office: McFarland 132
Office Hours: MW 1- 3, F 9-10 or by appointment
Office phone: (701) 845-7490
Email:
valerie.meidinger@vcsu.eduCourse Description
: The emphasis on this course is on learning skills that are essential for
success in college work. This includes strategies for a successful transfer to VCSU after one
year in the Bridges Program.
Course Objectives
:
Students will be able to
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Learn time management and organizational skills
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Understand Library Resources
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Develop better reading and vocabulary skills
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Apply successful test taking strategies
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Develop effective strategies to better utilize class time
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Analyze and apply individual learning styles
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Work in an online learning environment for greater college success
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Analyze and apply critical thinking techniques
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Learn effective communication within the college setting
Textbook
: No textbook required
Attendance and Grades
: Grades are based on attendance, participation, weekly assignments,
quizzes, and exams. This class meets once a week so
missing class is not acceptable.
If you
miss 2 classes, your grade will be lowered by one letter grade. (Ex.: If you would have gotten a
B in the class, your grade will be lowered to a C if you've missed 2 classes.) Any necessary
absences will only be excused if approved by the instructor prior to class time.
Grade Breakdown
: A = 100-90
B = 89-80
C = 79-70
D = 69-60
F = Below 60
FINAL EXAMS
are scheduled for the week of December 12 - 16. Your Final Exam is
mandatory and cannot be taken early. Please do NOT make travel arrangements for Winter
Break and expect to take your final early.