A Philosophy of Learning: The Right Attitude
This lecture introduces you to the remaining 11 lectures in this series. After general comments about the course, a definition of learning is provided: Learning is the ability to connect new information to already-acquired information; learning also involves training and overcoming fear and pain. Several examples will be used to help you come to terms with the question, "What does learning mean?"
You Will Learn
- Identify the key concepts to be discussed in the twelve lectures.
- Have several concrete reasons to watch this lecture series.
- Have a good definition of what learning is.
- Be able to apply several word pictures to your own learning situation and consider how motivated you are to begin improving your own learning
30 Minutes. Comes with a subject specific study guide.
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The Learning Journal and Effective Study Habits
This lecture introduces you to the study approach called Learning Journals. The goal of any student is to be properly prepared for each class. The three steps of the Learning Journals are briefly outlined. Several ideas are offered to improve study habits.
You Will Learn
- Understand that you are responsible for your own learning.
- Understand the first step of Learning Journals, which is work done before class with proper reading.
- Understand the second step of Learning Journals, which is work done during class and taking proper notes.
- Understand the third step of Learning Journals, which is work done after class in preparation for exams.
- Understand several ways to improve study habits.
30 Minutes. Comes with a subject specific study guide.
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Annotation and Active Reading
This lecture introduces you to active reading and annotation. You are shown different textbooks and introduced to strategies for reading those books. Step 1 of the Learning Journals process is explained in more detail, using examples. Finally, some students' reading problems are discussed.
You Will Learn
- Recognize the two types of reading, social and academic.
- Understand what annotation is.
- Know the three Learning Journals questions of reading.
- Know how textbooks are formatted.
- Develop some strategies to improve reading problems.
30 Minutes. Comes with a subject specific study guide.
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Class Notes and Exam Preparation
This lecture introduces you to proper classroom behavior, note taking, and exam preparation. Step 2 of Learning Journals is outlined in more detail. Important suggestions are made regarding exam preparation as well as test-taking skills. A final word regarding test anxiety is provided.
You Will Learn
- Understand proper classroom behavior.
- Employ several strategies for proper note-taking during class lectures.
- Employ several strategies for exam preparation (e.g., developing a code system, picking up on new information the teacher presents in lectures).
- Employ several strategies for taking exams (e.g., energy conservation and proper time management).
- Understand some important issues regarding test anxiety.
30 Minutes. Comes with a subject specific study guide.
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Jam Writing and Informal Writing
This lecture introduces you to several strategies to improve writing skills. First, you are challenged to consider how you usually approach writing. The suggestion is made that students approach their writing from content to form. Then a technique called jam writing is introduced. The writing process is then outlined. Two forms of writing are introduced, and informal writing is discussed.
You Will Learn
- Understand that we read to respond, and that writing is one method of response.
- Contrast writing from form to content with writing from content to form.
- Use jam writing to develop ideas.
- Understand the challenges of informal writing.
- Improve certain types of informal writing.
30 Minutes. Comes with a subject specific study guide.
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The Formal Essay: Drafting and Editing
This lecture introduces you to the formal essay, an academic type of essay that demands an understanding of instructors' primary expectations. Proper thesis and validation are emphasized. Finally, some general and specific comments are made about editing.
You Will Learn
- Outline the formal academic essay.
- Know what a properly formed thesis is.
- Demonstrate proper validation of the thesis.
- Utilize several editing strategies to improve your writing.
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