Fall 2007 Workshop Schedule

The Student Academic Center offers workshops both free and fee-based through out each academic year. In addition, other workshops are periodically planned based on student interest and need. New workshop offerings will be listed on this web site as they become available. Any persons with ideas related to a need for a specific workshop may contact Sharon Chertkoff, 855-7313 or schertko@indiana.edu.

These workshops are free and open to all students. You don't need to sign up in advance to attend as many or as few as you wish.

However, those arriving 5 minutes past the starting time, will not be admitted. Please bring paper and a writing utensil to each workshop.

• Fall 2007 Study Smarter Workshops ›
• Fall 2007 College & Life-Long Learning Workshops ›

Fall 2007 Study Smarter Workshops

These series of free workshops are offered at each of the residential Academic Support Centers. Students need not live in the residential halls to attend the workshops.

The workshops occur on Mondays from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at either Forest or Briscoe Academic Support Centers.

Many of these workshops are directed to helping students with the learning of specific disciplines, for example, such as math, foreign language learning, sciences. Other workshops focus on helping students with the learning of subject specific courses, for example, "How to Succeed In Accounting A100".

In addition there are workshops devoted to helping students plan ahead to graduate/professional school. Check out our current Study Smarter workshop schedules. Prior registration is NOT required for these workshops.

Schedule
September 10 Briscoe ASC	How to Succeed in Accounting A100 "There is so much material to learn in 8 weeks." Objective: Learn some new ways to approach studying for this intense fast paced accounting course.
September 17 Forest ASC	The Balancing Act: Getting Good Grades and Having Fun Too "How can anyone study with roommates partying all the time?" Objective: Learn how to use time efficiently so that you have leisure time to use as you please.
September 24 Briscoe ASC	Learning From Your Returned Exam "I don't know how to use my old exams for studying." Objective: Learn how you can get valuable information for aiming your study and taking smart notes by analyzing test results.
October 1 Forest ASC	Listening Skills for Large Lectures "I have a hard time listening to boring lectures." Objective: Learn tips for sharpening your listening.
October 8 Briscoe ASC	Overcoming Procrastination Now "I need help getting started." Objective: Learn to recognize when you are engaging in avoidance of doing academic tasks.
October 15 Forest ASC	Emergency Test Preparation: A Systematic Approach to Cramming "I see the value in being more organized, but wind up studying at the last minute." Objective: Learn a more structured alternative way of "fast learning".
October 22 Briscoe ASC	Improving Reading Speed "If I could read faster then I would be able to finish all of my reading assignments." Objective: Learn some effective tips for increasing reading speed while not losing comprehension.
October 29 Forest ASC	How to Succeed in Accounting A100 "There is so much material to learn in 8 weeks." Objective: Learn some new ways to approach studying for this intense fast paced accounting course.
November 5 Briscoe ASC	Regrouping After Midterms: Multiplying Your Time "How come I never have enough time?" Objective: Learn how to keep up with college assignments on a regular basis.
November 12 Forest ASC	Using Memory in Mastering Course Material "I just can't seem to remember well enough to pass the test." Objective: Learn how to improve long-term memory.
November 26 Briscoe ASC	Beating Test Anxiety "I know the material, but when I take the test I go blank." Objective: Learn how to reduce anxiety by changing test preparation strategies as well as learn how to relax.
December 3 Forest ASC	Catching Up in a Course When All Hope Seems Gone "I haven't done very well, can I earn a passing grade?" Objective: If you have slacked off and are now in justifiable panic, learn strategies to help you regroup learning as much as you can for the final exam

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Fall 2007 College & Life-Long Learning Workshops

These free workshops focusing on a variety of college-level learning strategies are scheduled on Tuesday evenings from 7:00pm-8:00pm in Teter Academic Support Center TEF258 and Wednesday, 7:00pm-8:00pm in Ballentine Hall 310. Check out our current College and Life Long Learning workshop schedules. Prior registration is NOT required for these workshops.

Times & Locations:

• Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM
  at Teter Academic Support Center (TE F258)
• Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM
  at BH 310

Schedule
Tue 9/4 Wed 9/5	Taking Charge of Your Time "I'm so busy but I still can't seem to get everything done" Objective: Learn to be in control of how you manage your time by taking responsibility for yourself and your choices.
Tue 9/11 Wed 9/12	How To Talk With Your Instructor "I'm terrified to visit my professor during office hours" Objective: Explore the advantages of building a relationship with an instructor.
Tue 9/18 Wed 9/19	Reading Your Course Materials More Effectively and Efficiently "Do I really have to read all of this?" Objective: Discover active reading strategies that will help you prepare for class.
Tue 9/25 Wed 9/26	Lecture Note Taking Made Easy "Nobody could pass the test with my notes." Objective: Learn new ways to enhance note-taking skills and how to effectively use notes afterwards.
Tue 10/2 Wed 10/3	Becoming An Active Critical Thinker "How can I make better grades in any subject, even if it is not that interesting?" Objective: Find out how to become a more critical learner who can engage in applying, analyzing and evaluating course ideas.
Tue 10/9 Wed 10/10	Improving Objective Test Performance "I hate multiple choice tests because they are usually tricky." Objective: Learn study approaches that emphasize understanding the ideas and concepts in a course.
Tue 10/16 Wed 10/17	Improving Essay Test Performance "I always lose the most points on essay questions." Objective: Learn various ways to prepare for essay tests as well as how to write an excellent answer.
Tue 10/23 Wed 10/24	Using Groups to Increase Learning "I rather work on my own." Objective: Learn guidelines on how to formulate groups and keep groups functioning effectively.
Tue 10/30 Wed 10/31	Increasing Your Self Motivation to Learn "I'm having problems getting motivated." Objective: Assess your degree of internal and external motivation to learn & how to develop behaviors that encourage internal motivation.
Tue 11/6 Wed 11/7	Adapting Your Learning Preferences to Meet Course Demands "Why should I change my study habits since they worked in the past?" Objective: Explore your preferred learning style and learn how to use it to your advantage.
Tue 11/13 Wed 11/14	Managing Stress: Prevention & Reduction "I get so worried that I'm going to flunk, that I can't seem to study." Objective: Learn how to habitually deal with stress and formulate a variety of strategies for decreasing it.
Tue 11/27 Wed 11/28	Preparing Now For Success After College "What can a college experience do for me?" Objective: Learn how the skills gained in college help create academic success now and a fulfilling life afterwards.
Tue 12/4 Wed 12/5	Making the Most of Finals Week "Cramming before a test helps keep it fresh in my mind." Objective: Learn how to get organized for studying and to space studying for your final exams.

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