Course

77890791 Student Success 3 Survey
Course Information
Description
Students will enhance knowledge and skills in the following topic areas: oral and written communication, reading comprehension, and technology. The following important study skills are emphasized: managing time, organizational skills, reading and comprehending a textbook, taking notes, test preparation and performance.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Use study strategies to succeed.
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration
    Criteria
    Organize course materials in a binder or other tool
    Acquire study tools, such as highlighters, tabs, post-it notes, folders, notecards, apps etc.
    Record assignments and deadlines in a planner
    Write / take notes from chapter or other information
    Use test taking strategies

  2. Communicate orally and in writing to succeed.
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration, written product
    Criteria
    Analyze a communication interaction
    Identify barriers to communication
    Model effective listening skills
    Paraphrase what the speaker said to confirm your understanding
    Summary of a newspaper or magazine article is 3-5 paragraphs
    Summary shows evidence of correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar

  3. Utilize written text to succeed.
    Assessment Strategies
    Written product
    Criteria
    Outline is prepared using the standard outline format
    Outline includes main ideas
    Outline includes only relevant and necessary details

  4. Use online learning tools to access information.
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration
    Criteria
    Use email to communicate with your instructor(s)
    Use word processing software
    Set up a username, password, and email address
    Access Blackboard for course requirements and grades