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Idea Sheets

The Utah State University Academic Resource Center offers Idea Sheets that contain information, strategies, self-assessment, and practice exercises to help you "thrive and survive" while at Utah State University.

Read this great article, Underachievement Among College Students, to understand why these Idea Sheets can help you avoid academic difficulties that new college students often experience.

Note Taking and Listening	Note taking: Cornell method Listening skills for lectures Effective note taking strategies
Test Preparation	Math final exam preparation Creating study guides Skills for group projects Instant study skills
Reading	Pre-reading strategies: PBID SQ3R Reading System Problem-guided reading for math Reading strategies for groups
Test Taking	Test strategies for objective tests Essay exam preparation Test anxiety Analyzing returned tests Cramming for tests
Time Management	Estimating study hours Managing your time Procrastination Weekly planning calendar Semester planning calendar
Memory Improvement	Concentration Forgetting Memory improvement Mnemonic devices Sleep and Academics
Interpersonal and Communication	Active listening skills Assertive communication Resolving conflict Handling criticism Getting along with instructors Public speaking anxiety
Self-Management	Making changes C.O.P.E.ing with problems Goal setting Managing stress Whose life is it anyway? Who do you think you are?

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