Try College 101

Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

• explain why it is so important to interact well with your instructors and participate in class discussions;
• explain why it is essential to attend classes and actively engage in the learning process;
• prepare for and be comfortable with participating in class;
• identify the best communication practices for asking and answering questions in class;
• actively listen in lecture classes in order to optimize your learning;
• adapt your learning style when an instructor employs a different teaching style;
• build a relationship with an instructor outside of class and find a mentor;
• write appropriately professional emails to instructors and other academic professionals;
• interact with an instructor in an online course and cope with the challenges that arise during online instruction;
• prepare for and deliver a successful class presentation; and
• work with other students on a group presentation.