Academic Skills
Students often find it difficult to adjust to the rigors of the college curriculum. Many report that they did not find it necessary to apply themselves in high school to perform adequately. Additionally they recognize that parents and teachers often played a large role in helping them stay organized and managing their time. Consequently, they may have never developed effective study habits and their academic performance is college suffers. Students without effective strategies for studying and time management often feel overwhelmed and anxious about tests and other demands.
For students who want or need assistance developing academic skills, we offer guidance in
- Time Management
- Controlling Test Anxiety
- Efficient Study Techniques
Click on the links below for text or audio versions of resources offered to enhance study skills. In addition to these titles, we have several other pamphlets and books available in the Counseling Services office.
Text Versions
Preparing for Examinations (doc)
Objective Examinations (doc)
Essay Examinations (doc)
Reading for Comprehension (doc)
Learning Math (doc)
Successful Note Taking (doc)
Test Anxiety Quiz (doc)
Coping With Finals (doc)
Calculating GPA (doc)
Weekly Schedule (doc)
Audio Files
Preparing for Exams (mp3)
Objective Examinations (mp3)
Essay Exams (mp3)
Reading for comprehension (mp3)
Learning Math (mp3)
Successful Notetaking (wav)
Tutoring
Tutoring for specific subjects is offered through the Learning Center of the Center for Student Success. To access these services, please contact The Learning Center at (478) 445-2761. The Learning Center is located in 2-56 Arts & Sciences.
Learning Disabilities
Academic accommodations for students with disabilities are addressed through Disability Services of the Department of Institutional Equity and Diversity. Please contact Mike Chambers, Assistant Director of Equity for Disability Services, at (478) 445-5931 or by e-mail at mike.chambers@gcsu.edu. Disability Services is located in Lanier Hall. The mailing address is Georgia College, Campus Box 04, Milledgeville, GA 31061.
