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Slides that were presented by Academic Support Services at New Student Orientation 2021.

mic success resources

Academic Success Resources, NSO Presentation from the Learning Writing Center

  • Academic Coaching
  • Tutorial Classes
  • Tutoring
  • Summer Bridge Program
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photo of student at laptop. reads: welcome to your new job

Welcome to Your New Job!!

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Time Management Is Key Pie Chart shows Three hours per day spent in class

Time Management Is Key -  On average, three hours per day spent in class.
 

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class time vs study time Academic Expectations in High School and College

Academic Expectations in High School and College

High School Class time

  • 6 hours per day
  • 180 days per year
  • 1,080 hours total

High School Study Time On average:

  • 1-2 hours per day
  • 270 hours total per year

College Class Time

  • 15 hours per week
  • 30 weeks per year
  • 450 hours total

College Study time

  • Rule of thumb (and Penn State policy) - 2 hours per every 1 hour of class – approx. 6 hours per day
  • 900 hours total
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time management pie chart

Time Management Is Key

  • On average, students should spend 45 hours per  week in class and completing work for those classes.
  • Students also need 8-11 hours each day to eat, sleep, and take care of themselves.
  • Students still have over 40 hours of free time each week to devote to involvement and connection-making
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Academic Expectations in High School and College
TESTS in High Scool

  • Weekly
  • At end of every chapter
  • Frequent tests and quizzes

TESTS in College

  • 2 - 4 per semester at end of multiple chapters
  • Final exam sometimes comprehensive

GRADES in High Scool

  • Passing grade guarantees you a seat in the classroom

GRADES in College

  • C  or above average required
  • C in major pre-requisites
  • Higher grades required in certain majors

TEACHERS in High Scool

  • Monitor attendance
  • Check homework
  • Teach knowledge and facts

TEACHERS in College

  • Lecture or “flipped” classroom
  • Require you to link critically
  • Expect you to be proactive

FREEDOM in High Scool

  • Your day is structured for you
  • Limits are set by parents, teachers and other adults

FREEDOM in College

  • All you can handle!
  • Decide everyday
  • “Should I go to class?” 
  • “Should I get 8 hours sleep?”
  • “How much time should I study”
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set academic goals

Set Academic Goals

  • Learn more about my targeted major and possible minors
  • Start planning for study abroad
  • Get to know a professor
  • Learn new study strategies
  • Improve my reading speed and comprehension
  • Meet a certain GPA goal
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first year GPA chart

First Year GPA

What GPA do you plan to earn in your first year at Penn State?

  • 3.50 – 4.00 (A- & A)  
  • 3.00 – 3.49 (B & B+)
  • 2.50 – 2.99 (B-)
  • 2.00 – 2.49 (C & C+)
  • 0.00 – 1.99 (D & F)
     
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96% of students expect to earn As and Bs

96% of students expect to earn A's and B's in their first year.

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In Reality, 57 % of first-year students actually earn A’s and B’s.

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Penn State Scranton Learning and Writing Center

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Student Success at PSU and the  Learning Center Mission

  • Promote educational opportunities and enhance academic achievement for all students. 
  • Services designed to meet individual needs and goals.
  • Faculty, professional and peer tutors provide free academic support to students
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Visit Learning Center and Writing Center for information.

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Preparation Skills for Success in Mathematics

  • 1 credit course during noon common hour
  • Sections for MATH 3, 4, 21, 22, 26, 110 and 140
  • One instructor and peer tutor depending on enrollment
  • Registration: Full time students may register at no cost. Part time students will incur the cost of one credit
  • Attendance: Students must attend at least one Math 10 class session each week
  • Grading: Students are expected to cooperate with their instructor and actively participate during every Math 10 class session
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