Stride
Stride is a learning skills program to help you develop learning strategies and study skills. You may attend as few or as many workshops as you would like. Various topics are offered to help you reach your full potential.
A LinkedIn recommendation will be given to you after attending five workshops.
After attending a Stride workshop, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate your awareness about what you think and learn.
- Determine appropriate academic learning strategies that will contribute to your academic success (for example, planning, notetaking, memory strategies, text analysis, and time management).
- Discuss self-management strategies (for example, self-awareness, assertiveness, problem-solving, and self-advocacy skills).
- Identify strategies to increase your resilience while navigating academic challenges.
REGISTER FOR A VIRTUAL WORKSHOP ON THE STUDENT LIFE PORTAL
Topics Covered by Stride
Academic Literacy
- Note taking
- Reading textbooks
- Reading journal articles
Learning Strategies
- Study strategies
- Studying for math
- Multiple choice exams
- Memory techniques
- Mind Mapping
Time Management
- Goal setting
- Study planning
- Procrastination
- Exam preparation
Self-Awareness and Resilience
- Growth mindset
- Group work
- Presentation skills
- Perfectionism
- Exam anxiety
When you have completed five Stride workshops, please email studentlearning@ontariotechu.ca for instructions on how to get your LinkedIn referral.
If you have any questions about Stride, contact studentlearning@ontariotechu.ca