23 Getting Ready for Review Sessions

Step 1: Set Clear Goals

Create goals that are SMART! Remember, SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound.

Step 2: Determine what to learn and how to show it on a test


Refer to the learning outcomes for your course, and individual modules within your course. You can find these:

• In your course outline and work plan.
• At the beginning of textbook chapters and Brightspace module.
• In course notes provided by your instructor.

Step 3: Identify Active Learning Strategies

There are many ways to learn the material. Finding an active learning strategy that works for you is important.

Step 4: Identify resources that can help you succeed

You don’t have to do it alone! There are many resources available to NSCC students to help you succeed.

Resources include:

• Contact your instructor with questions.
• Form/attend a study group.
  • Check out Study Groups and Group Work in the NSCC Study Skills Subject Guide for more information.
• Attend Peer Assisted Learning Supports (PALS) sessions:
  • study groups, drop in sessions and one on one tutoring (NSCC Office 365 login required).
• Get help from a tutor.
  • NSCC students have access to  Pear Deck Tutor and Cultural Tutoring Supports (NSCC Office 365 login required). If you have questions, connect with a Student Advisor (NSCC Office 365 login required).
• Consult with your Student Accessibility Specialist (NSCC Office 365 login required).
• Use supplemental online resources such as LinkedIn Learning (NSCC Office 365 login required).
• Use Library Subject Guides designed specifically for your program.
• Use Learning Supports Guides to further help with college readiness and academic skills.

Step 5: Create a study plan

A study plan can help you organize your time to make sure you cover all the material you need to learn along with strategies to support your learning. Think of one test that you’ll be writing soon.

Identify:

• what you need to learn, and
• 1 or more active learning strategies that you’ll use to study the content.

Use this information to create a study plan. The chart below provides an example of what might be included in a study plan. What might your study plan include?

As you complete your study plan, track the Learning Outcomes you’re comfortable with, and which are still difficult for you. When your test date comes closer, spend extra time in areas that are still challenging.