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How to Learn From Lectures and Textbooks
How to Learn From Lectures and Textbooks
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Information Processing Theory
Learning, Memory, and Mindsets
Metacognition and Self-Regulation
Social-Cognitive Factors Part 1
Social-Cognitive Factors Part 2
Equity and Access in Education
Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
The Role of Emotion and Affect in Learning
Self-Regulation By Way of Goal Setting
How to Learn From Lectures and Textbooks
Preparing For and Taking Exams
Time Management Strategies
Strategies for Combating Procrastination
Regulation of Social and Physical Environment
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USC Campus Resources (updated April 2019)
On-Demand Workshops
Managing Time Effectively
Sleep 101: Getting Your ZZZ’s
KCLC Writing Strategies: Anatomy of an Essay
Unlocking Your Power: Mindfulness and Positive Thinking
Say Goodbye to Test Anxiety
Effective Reading Strategies: Read Smarter, Not Harder
Developing Effective Communcation Skills
Life Hacks: Prioritizing for Personal Productivity
Note-Making for Trojans
Self-Care and ADHD
Test Anxiety Strategies
Perfectionism: What’s so bad about being so good?
How to Keep a Planner
Positive and Negative Coping Skills
Meditation Om your way to success
How to Develop a Growth Mindset
Self-Care: how to develop a plan that works for you
Increase Academic Productivity: A quick lesson in Self-Regulation
Breaking Down Projects and Finals
Quick Tips for Stress Management
Utilizing Study Spaces on Campus
Surviving Midterms and Finals
Say Goodbye to Distractions
How to build and construct an essay
Goal Setting
Office Hours: Important Questions and Building Connections
USC Self-Care Resources
Understanding How we Learn
Know Your Power: How to feel confident during your next presentation or interview
How to Organize a binder/folder
Staying Consistent with a Study Plan
Say No to Procrastination
What is Motivation?
How to Breakdown Readings
Taking Effective Breaks
How to get the most out of your Syllabus
How to Work in Groups
Positive Self-Efficacy
US Classroom for International Students
Understanding Shakespeare
Effective Reading Strategies
Self-Care: Gratitude
How to build a Schedule for Productivity
The Writing Process
What is Metacognition?
Importance of Nature
Creative Ways of Notetaking
Exercise and Academic Performance
Memory Retention Strategies
Preparing for Finals
Regulating our Moods: Zones of Regulation
Creating and Maintaining a Study Plan
Tackling Loneliness in College
Thriving as a Trojan Online: Transitioning to Online Learning
Meaningful Activities to Help You Fight On
Thriving as a Trojan Online: Building your Finals Toolkit
How to Facilitate your own Pomodoro Sessions with Others
Power of Journaling
Routines to Combat Decision Fatigue
General Study Skills
College Students and Academic Resiliency
Learning Tips with a SLD (Specific Learning Disability)
ADHD and Mindfulness
Increasing Productivity: One-Minute Rule
How to Create a Semester Calendar
Managing Anxiety Related to Uncertainty
Imposter Syndrome: What are the signs and how do you address it?
How to Use the MoSCoW Method for Prioritization
How to Create an Action Plan
Assessing Note-taking Strategies
How to Create a Sleep Schedule
How to Read a Chapter
Transitioning from High School to College
How to Change/Create a Habit
Estimating Time Accurately
Food for Thought: Snacks while studying
How to read a Research Article
Increase your Self-Awareness to Manage stress and grow your introspection
Building Routines for Success
Chronotypes: Understanding how your sleep/wake cycle can influence productivity
How to Prevent College Student Burnout
Self-care in 8 dimensions of wellness
Deep Work Starter Kit
Limiting Notifications for Better Focus
Cognitive Restructuring for ADHD-related shame and procrastination
Creating a Morning/Evening Routine
ADHD and Anxiety
Taking Control when things feel out of control
Apps Helpful for Learning
Recommended Tablet Apps
Virtual Creativity Room
Fostering Creativity
AI Learning Tool
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Time Management Handouts
Anti-procrastination Handouts
Organization Handouts
Reading Handouts
Writing Handouts
Goal Setting Handouts
Note-taking Handouts
Productivity Handouts
Returning to Campus Handouts
Classroom Strategies Handouts
Sensory Strategies for Wellness and Focus Handouts
Self-Care Handouts
Online Learning Handouts
Test-Taking Tips
Stress Management Handouts