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November 2024

Note-Taking Essentials (Learning Skills Services)

Have you ever thought about HOW you take notes? Learn about various note-taking strategies and what to do with your notes once you have them so you can study more effectively. Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwrde2hrjwjHdMENpFX7abAId20R6XUWnd2 Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. […]
18 Nov
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Zoom
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Study Strategies That Work (Learning Skills Services)

Did you know!? Some study strategies are more effective than others! Learn about what is happening within our brains when we learn (and forget…) and explore study strategies proven to work “with” our brains.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItdOqqrzMoG9ehJBA2b9GAuWqfpR6jz6z0 Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]
19 Nov
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Zoom
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Graduate Student Certificate in Personal Wellness and Learning Skills (Learning Skills Services)

The Faculty of Graduate Studies is partnering with Learning Skills Services to offer a certificate in personal wellness and learning skills. The program is free and open to all York graduate students. This free five-week program focuses on social connection, personal wellness, and learning skills. Topics covered include stress-reduction, overcoming procrastination, enhancing motivation, time management, and skills […]
19 Nov
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Zoom
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Effective Reading Strategies (Learning Skills Services + CISS)

Academic reading is different than reading for pleasure – it’s an active process! Learn how to identify important information and practice strategies to become a more effective and efficient reader. In-person workshop. No registration required. Location: CIKL Boardroom (York Lanes 353B) Have questions about our workshops or how to register? See our workshops website and […]
20 Nov
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Centre for Indigenous Knowledge & Languages (CIKL)
York Lanes 353B
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Tests, Midterms, Exams, Oh My! (Learning Skills Services)

Do you have a test coming up? Learn tips and strategies you can use before, during, and after your test to feel prepared and confident. This workshop will also touch on strategies for answering different types of test questions and managing test nervousness.  In-person workshop. No registration required. Location: Bethune College 203 Important Notes:  Have […]
20 Nov
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Bethune College
Room 203
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Motivation & Procrastination (Learning Skills Services)

Do you identify as a procrastinator? Are you searching for motivation to begin your next assignment? This workshop will help you learn how to overcome procrastination and find internal motivation to help you succeed.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0sceyvqzIpG9PB-92qFBOOxth0OOp4eFlT Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]
21 Nov
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Zoom
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Group Work (Learning Skills Services)

Working collaboratively is a key skill for university and beyond. This workshop is designed to help you and your classmates master the art of effective group work.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsc-uqqjwpGNTBUjs4lfYaGDKpd4n1lvBy You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please read the confirmation email carefully […]
21 Nov
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Zoom
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Critical Thinking (Learning Skills Services)

At university, learning involves much more than just memorizing facts and figures. This workshop will help you push beyond purely descriptive levels of thinking to deeper levels of understanding, analysis, critical thinking and evaluation.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0udOurqT0vGNXS1uu2BvuDb7PAjC52KL62 Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]
22 Nov
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Zoom
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Effective Reading Strategies (Learning Skills Services)

Academic reading is different than reading for pleasure – it’s an active process! Learn how to identify important information and practice strategies to become a more effective and efficient reader. Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqd-irrzkiH9BTqYUogjvu8GhbkwslD6My You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please read the […]
25 Nov
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Zoom
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Exam Prep for Mature Students (Learning Skills Services + ACMAPS)

Do you have an exam coming up? Learn tips and strategies you can use before, during, and after your exam to feel prepared and confident. This workshop will also touch on strategies for answering different types of test questions and managing nervousness.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0pde-hqTwuE9BY8B8AibOgRWJfQ068yJP8 Important Notes:   You must register for this workshop with your […]
25 Nov
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Zoom
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Presentation Skills (Learning Skills Services)

What makes a good presentation? How do I prepare? This workshop will provide you with the essential tools you need to effectively develop and deliver a presentation.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkd-GsqDguE9NrHSDlTfY6iGfkYfEnzOQ6 Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please read the confirmation […]
26 Nov
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Zoom
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Time Management (Learning Skills Services)

Where does the time go? How much study time is enough? Learn practical, personalized approaches to managing your time that work for you.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArceGurTojGNbgS4FnnxfwfNA2qe4QRqOB Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please read the confirmation email carefully for important […]
26 Nov
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Zoom
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