Going back to school after a break? Try these suggestions.
#1. Talk to a school rep - somebody that can help you reach your goals, and take the classes you need. This could be a School Advisor, or it could be an online Teacher. Try the Advisor first. Then go back at least once a year to make sure you are on track.
#2. Keep a notebook and calendar, and check it daily. Write down all of your assignments, and also spread out large things like reports or papers.
#3. Keep a positive outlook wherever you can. Read positive articles, take a walk outside once in awhile, join a Nontrad club if there is one (for support), and check out the Nontrad website and Facebook page too.
#4. NEVER miss a class. That means never. And in the rare chance you might, make sure to get your makeup work done and turn in those sick excuse papers from a doctor, if required. And get your notes from someone you already have the phone number and email of, somebody you've talked to a LONG time ago to cover for you if this ever happens.
#5. Take notes or record lectures or classes. OR take a backup of online class conversations.
#6. Make a study group - - it helps a LOT.
#7. Access the Study Guides and Strategies website. It has tips on everything from term papers to different subjects, all in one handy guide page.
#8. Drop classes by the deadline if you are having trouble with them.
#9. Get help if you need it. Access free tutoring if it is offered.
#10. Don't give up.
Add YOUR favorite tips as comments.
Here are more tips:
10 Study Tips for Nontraditional Students
Some Study and Final Project Tips
Good luck, nontrads!
Betsyanne
Some Nontrad links: The Nontrad site and blogJoin Nontrads on FacebookNontrads on YahooNontrads on Twitter
#1. Talk to a school rep - somebody that can help you reach your goals, and take the classes you need. This could be a School Advisor, or it could be an online Teacher. Try the Advisor first. Then go back at least once a year to make sure you are on track.
#2. Keep a notebook and calendar, and check it daily. Write down all of your assignments, and also spread out large things like reports or papers.
#3. Keep a positive outlook wherever you can. Read positive articles, take a walk outside once in awhile, join a Nontrad club if there is one (for support), and check out the Nontrad website and Facebook page too.
#4. NEVER miss a class. That means never. And in the rare chance you might, make sure to get your makeup work done and turn in those sick excuse papers from a doctor, if required. And get your notes from someone you already have the phone number and email of, somebody you've talked to a LONG time ago to cover for you if this ever happens.
#5. Take notes or record lectures or classes. OR take a backup of online class conversations.
#6. Make a study group - - it helps a LOT.
#7. Access the Study Guides and Strategies website. It has tips on everything from term papers to different subjects, all in one handy guide page.
#8. Drop classes by the deadline if you are having trouble with them.
#9. Get help if you need it. Access free tutoring if it is offered.
#10. Don't give up.
Add YOUR favorite tips as comments.
Here are more tips:
10 Study Tips for Nontraditional Students
Some Study and Final Project Tips
Good luck, nontrads!
Betsyanne
Some Nontrad links: The Nontrad site and blogJoin Nontrads on FacebookNontrads on YahooNontrads on Twitter
This post first appeared on The Non-Traditional Student Blog (BA), please read the originial post: here
