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Effective time management alleviates stress and improves academic performance. Come to the TLC for help.Multitasking is not an effective strategy to completing tasks efficiently and accurately.

Taking breaks when studying is a window for distraction.

Knowing how to study is a skills in itself. The TLC can help you master the art of studying.Reading the chapter summary in your text is an effective learning/reading strategy.

Moving your body while studying will not be a distraction.

The TLC and CC provide proctored exam services for students in online classes.Proctored exams must be scheduled at least one week in advance.

Students must provide a photo ID when checking in for a proctored exam.

If 60% of the nations community collegestudents must take at least one course in Subject X, and 80% of those students fail to meet that requirement, what is Subject X?Math is a gateway course.

A major reason for failing math is not seeking help.

The TLC encourages appointments for free writing tutoring.Write down or type your bad ideas.

Write without worrying about punctuation or grammar at first.

The TLC can assist you in improving test-taking skills.Rewarding yourself after a test can help with test anxiety.

Making up test questions and taking a practice test is an effective study method.

The TLC is located in the Learning ResourceCenter on the first floor. Hours are Monday-Thursday 7:45 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. & Friday 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.TLC services include:Free tutoring in math, writing, computers, and other areasStudy skills developmentSupplemental resources for placement testingProctored examsMake-up testingCalculator assistance

Commit to regular study times and a regular study place.Put definitions and concepts in your own words to increase retention of the information.Utilize textbook chapter previews and summaries to help you see the bigger picture of what you are learning.FYE 100Strategies for College Success: Need 2 Knows 3-8, 3-9, & 3-10

Make a daily to-do list and a master schedule of all your commitments.Spend time practicing recall during every study session to determine what you have learned and what needs more work.Reward yourselfDont do something you want to do until you get your work done.

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