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The Writing & Learning Studio (TWLS) dedicates itself
to student success by offering free services and
resources to students who want to develop, improve, or
sharpen their writing, reading, or study skills. Click
the link "Resources" for more information.
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Following are course descriptions. Check the
Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.
STUDY SKILLS 099
College Study Skills (1)
Information and skills related to college study: positive learning attitudes, study environment, learning styles, time management, concentration, memory, vocabulary, textbook reading, listening, notetaking and passing exams. Mandatory P/NC grading.
STUDY SKILLS 100
Academic Success Strategies (5)
Students learn techniques for studying in their college classes: how to learn from textbooks, lectures and technology. Strategies of reading, information-gathering, note-taking, writing-to-learn and improving memory are taught. The emotional aspects of learning are covered. Students will practice these skills using materials from their other classes. Prerequisites: Students need Compass scores of 61 in Reading and 28 in Writing usage or have passed English 080 to take this class. Registration requires the signature of an approved advisor. Student option grading.
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