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Time Management Learning Lab (Learning Skills + CISS)

Join us for an interactive session to improve your time management skills! Learn how to create a realistic weekly schedule, identify study blocks, and reflect on your routines. You'll also practice prioritizing tasks with hands-on exercises and group discussions. Get support from the LSS team in a safe and welcoming environment. Perfect for students looking […]

Starting off Strong (Learning Skills Services + CISS)

Are you new to York? This workshop explores what is expected of learners in our university environment and tips for getting off to a great start.  In-person workshop. No registration required. Location: CIKL Boardroom (York Lanes 353B) Important Notes:  Have questions about our workshops or how to register? See our workshops website and Frequently Asked […]

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/OwcHcld9TYCXuBaCtwaqUg Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]

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/YfHR1Vk_TRSovhq_zqZihw You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please read the […]

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/YCnGOTnISCOr5vnUO9z7Tg Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. […]

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/nT4DC-u5TfSco-e-T18MZg Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]

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.  Registration Link: https://yorku.zoom.us/meeting/register/UjduZxB4QWaXktKyYSSibA Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with […]

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/zO_YwrccQXGrjjbYLujjqQ Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]

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/tGq7yfDCQqS9Pz-wjEuo1w Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. […]

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/4Fjj4PpNSZS-Grk2gZJXAQ 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 […]