Transitioning to University: Learning Strategies for Success at Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Explore the differences between high school and university learning strategies at the Virtual PMC event. Learn about time management, support resources, and the importance of self-regulated learning to succeed in the academic transition. Connect with disability coordinators, advisors, and professors for personalized assistance.
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Virtual PMC Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021 Make the Cut 2021 DECISION IN TRANSITION
Session #2: Session #2: Learning Strategies Learning Strategies AMANDA BLAIS AMANDA BLAIS SENIOR DISABILITIES LEARNING SUPPORT COORDINATOR Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Overview Overview What is Learning Strategies The differences between high School and university How to get started What areas does Learning Strategies address Three levels of time management Questions Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Audience Poll: What do you think are the biggest differences between Audience Poll: What do you think are the biggest differences between going to school in high school and in post going to school in high school and in post- -secondary? secondary? Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Audience Poll Results: What do you think are the biggest differences Audience Poll Results: What do you think are the biggest differences between going to school in high school and in post between going to school in high school and in post- -secondary? secondary? Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
How to get started Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Who to connect with first Who to connect with first Explore the University s resources developed to support you! 1. Disability Coordinators. 2. Departmental Advisors. 3. Professor and Teaching Assistants (T.A.). 4. Student Success Specialists. 5. Residence Advisors or Rez Fellows. Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
What is Learning Strategies? What is Learning Strategies? One-on-one appointments with a Professional Staff as needed. Designed to address the metacognitive challenges and academic difficulties. We move beyond skills-based teaching to improve your self-regulated learning. Active participation from the student is essential. Accessing supports is not required, BUT is recommended for success! Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Areas of Development Areas of Development Address issues that impact executive functioning in: 1. Reading, 2. Writing, 3. Time & task management, 4. Problem solving, 5. Organization, 6. Studying, 7. Note-taking, 8. Test-taking, 9. and other academic skills. * We aim to incorporate assistive technology and software in each area. Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
The puzzle piece that holds everything together! Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Time Management Three Levels of Planning: 1. Term Calendar (4 visible months). 2. Weekly Schedule. 3. To-Do Lists. Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Term Calendar Once you receive all your course outlines (or syllabus): 1. Write down ALL due dates, tests, and exams. 2. Include the percentage that each is worth. 3. Colour code by course. 4. Create goal dates to complete large assignments. 5. See all four months at once. 6. MAKE SURE IT IS VISIBLE! Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Weekly Schedule 1. Create a weekly schedule with your class and work schedules. 2. Each week add additional appointments, activities, work, reading, and studying. Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
To-Do List 1. Make a list of what to do during the week. 2. Prioritize what needs to get done first. 3. Check off tasks as they are completed. 4. Enjoy the satisfaction of completing them! Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Time Management Trackers Pomodoro Tutorial Don t Break the Chain Tutorial Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Why Start with Time Management? Because, if you can see a problem before it happens, you have time to find a solution! Where to look first? 1. Your Outline/Syllabus. 2. Your Professor/T.A. 3. Your Coordinator/Learning Strategist. Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
MORE Modules on Brightspace Meta-cognition, Outcomes, Resilience, and Education (MORE): Provide an introduction to common LS/AT approaches. To supplement one-on-one LS/AT appointments. Have a space for students to continue visit independently. Current Modules Available: Time Management. Notetaking. Studying. Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
Contact Us Contact Us Location: 501 University Centre Phone: 613-520-6608 Email: PMC_LS@carleton.ca Website: carleton.ca/pmc Virtual PMC Make the Cut 2021
