This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills to prepare them for academic success in higher education. The course introduces students to learning strategies that help them prepare for college, including time management, study skills, self-care, professional communication, and problem solving. This course guides a student's journey from understanding program expectations to planning for their future.
Prerequisites
None.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Identify key expectations, policies, and communication procedures outlined in a student handbook.
- Construct a professional email to a college instructor, advisor, or potential employer that clearly communicates a request or inquiry while adhering to established standards of digital etiquette.
- Utilize library databases and online resources to locate and evaluate trusted sources, including peer-reviewed articles, for academic research and career exploration.
- Apply a structured note-taking method, such as the Cornell Method or outlining, to accurately summarize and organize key information presented in a sample college-level lecture.
- Identify and describe effective test-taking strategies for various question formats, including multiple-choice, short answer, and essay questions, to prepare for college-level exams.
- Identify the key components of a standard scholarship or financial aid application and list at least three reliable resources for finding funding opportunities.
- Draft a basic resume.
- Explain the process for transferring college credits
- Identify at least two academic or career pathways.