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Whether this is your first semester, your last or you are just taking a few classes, this Study Skills section can be very helpful. It will help point you in the right direction. It has information on classes, tips on writing and more.

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Whether it's a classroom, convo or 'lab', here are some tips to help you make the most of your class.

• Be there. It is tempting to skip a few classes during the semester, but you may regret it at assignment and exam time. If you must miss a class, arrange to get the notes from another student or talk to your instructor.
• Be on time. Before the session starts, instructors can provide handouts or other important information about the assignments, exams, cancelled classes or timetable changes.
• Be prepared. Do you have a pen (and a spare?), your calculator, paper, laptop - how about a storage disk? If you do the recommended pre-reading and prepare some notes of your ideas and questions this can help you to understand and contribute to any discussion that is held.
• Be in the right place. Finding the right room on any campus takes some planning and did you know that being in the right place in the room makes a difference? Sitting near the front enables you to see and hear everything and helps you to concentrate. It's easy to become distracted if you are at the back and out of eye contact with the instructor.
• Help save everyone's sanity and turn off your cell phone before any class.