Learning Skills and Study Strategies
Study skills advising helps students plan for success and improve their academic performance. Appointments help students set goals, create a study plan and develop strong study habits. Study skills support is also available through the Stride program’s workshops and study support groups.
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Learn more - Procrastination Awareness WeekAppointment Booking Guidelines
Learn more - Appointment Booking GuidelinesAppointments should be made in advance, especially during peak times. Peak times are typically a few weeks prior and leading up to midterms and final exams. However, the Student Learning Centre offers drop-in study sessions through our study halls and writing room.
Please provide 24 hours’ notice to cancel an appointment. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice:
- Will be counted as a no-show.
- After three no-shows, a student may be barred from accessing the service for the remainder of the semester.
- Will result in one session taken off the semester total (12 appointments per calendar each semester).
The following are popular topics that students typically seek help in:
- Exam and test preparation
- Goal setting and motivation
- Learning styles
- Memory skills
- Note taking
- Organization and time management
- Presentation skills
- Reading skills
- Study or task planning