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Does preparing for a test feel as scary as writing it? Read on.
Have you ever submitted an essay or project that you were so sure would meet your professor’s expectations, only to get it back with lots of notes and a lower grade than you were hoping for?
We’ve all been there. Receiving and reviewing feedback from your teaching assistants (TAs) and instructors is a regular part of the university experience.
Do you feel unmotivated to attend in-person lectures?
Maybe you feel disengaged because you can review the slides on your own or watch the recorded lecture. Or maybe you’re not interested in engaging in class discussions or activities.
If you’re having these feelings, here’s a reminder of some benefits of attending and participating during in-person classes.
Not sure where to start when you’re studying for exams?
Review notes are the answer.
There’s no doubt exams can be stressful, but using this five step process can help you stay calm.
What’s the Cornell note-taking method?
What is a teaching assistant (TA)?
TAs are upper-year or graduate level students that help your professors and instructors with grading, tutorials, exams and more.
Good performance on a test or exam is a combination of knowing the material you’ll be tested on and using your study time well.
To help you prepare for upcoming tests and exams, here are five steps to take.
You may have used a concept map in a class project, or to take notes — but are you using this tool to its full potential?
Concept mapping can help you develop knowledge structures, assess your understanding of content and review for exams.
Deciding between online and in-person classes? The world of university learning has evolved a lot, especially with the rise of online classes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Both class types have their perks and challenges.
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