success in college (and mathematics)
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SUCCESS IN COLLEGE (and Mathematics). Recognize “College is Different from High School”. High School. College. Students manage their own time Students are old enough to take responsibility for what they do and do not do, as well as for the consequences of their decisions - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
HIGH SCHOOL
Time is structured by others
Students will usually be told what their responsibilities are and corrected if their behavior is out of line
Most classes are arranged for the student
Students are NOT responsible for knowing what it takes to graduate
COLLEGE Students manage their
own time Students are old enough
to take responsibility for what they do and do not do, as well as for the consequences of their decisions
Students arrange their own schedule in consultation with their advisor
Students are expected to know and apply complex graduation requirements
HIGH SCHOOL Teachers provide
students with information they miss when absent
Teachers often write information on the board to be copied by student
Teachers often remind students of assignments and due dates
Students will usually be told in class what is needed to learn from assigned readings
COLLEGE Professors expect students
to get any notes they miss from a classmate
Professors may lecture nonstop, expecting students to identify the important points in their notes (GOOD note taking is a must!)
Professors expect students to read, save, and consult the course syllabi
It is up to the student to read and understand assigned materials
HIGH SCHOOL
Testing is frequent and covers small amounts of material
Teachers frequently conduct review sessions, pointing out the most important concepts
Grades are given for most assigned work
“Effort counts”
COLLEGE Testing is infrequent and
may be cumulative, covering large amounts of material
Professors occasionally offer review sessions and students are expected to be active participants
Grades may not be provided for all assigned work
“Results count”
After accumulating 30 hours of college credit, no one looks at your high school grades
College grades on a transcript are forever No “do-overs”
Attend all class sessions ON TIME! You can’t know exactly what goes on in class
unless you are there Listening and participating in discussions is more
effective than reading someone else’s notes Read the book!
Read the sections to be covered in class beforehand. This will help you participate in class discussions.
Don’t expect to understand every new topic the first time you see it! This could lead to disappointment and frustration Understanding Math takes time Don’t give up the first time!!
Budget your time effectively Spend as much time as it takes for you to
master the material There is not set formula ▪ General Rule of Thumb: You should expect to
study 2-3 hours per week OUTSIDE of class for each unit of credit (3 credit course x 3 hours study time = 9 hours TOTAL)
Work problems every day!!! In math, this is the key to success!!! Answers to odd-numbered problems given
in back of textbook Ask questions as needed
Use resources available Seek help from instructor during office
hours Study groups with other classmates ▪ Beware—come prepared to participate. Having
someone else show you how to work a problem is NOT the same as working the problem yourself
FREE tutoring in GHC Library▪ HOURS: Monday 9-2, 4-7 Tuesday 9-2
Wednesday, 9-2 Thursday 9-2, 4-7
Respect your right to privacy of educational records (FERPA)
Be accessible to you (This includes maintaining regular office hours.)
Discuss academic performance and the implications of poor academic performance
Make referrals to appropriate resources as needed (This includes Tutorial Services, Financial Aid, and Counseling & Career Services)
Know and communicate mathematics concepts to you
Accept final responsibility for all decisionsKnow and comply with the academic
policies and procedures of the College Ask questions! If you do not understand a
concept, ask questions until you do. Be aware of your academic performance Regularly check GHC email account Observe assignment deadlines Participate fully in the class by completing
assignments on time and attending class
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http://www.highlands.edu/academics/divisions/math/lralston/laura.htm