learning skills services

Effective Reading Strategies for Mature Students (Learning Skills + Centre for Mature Students)

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/tJMtcuGurDMuGdIShdbkvs6OmJZhi2I57zcc Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please […]

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.  In-person workshop. No registration required. Location: Bethune College 203 Important Notes:  Have questions about our workshops or how to register? See […]

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/tJMrdeqsrDkiGdW6pvee3h30531j8420SCoa 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/tJYkc-2orj0qHda166uQBy5rBs5T5Qvu0Fit 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 + CISS)

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: CIKL Boardroom (York Lanes 353B) Have […]

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/tJUtcuyhrzMpHNJJQaffLEZUeTR_4yDhc7YX 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 […]

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/tJ0qfu2oqjwqHtBXYY1L5_9UjHDtLF_61owh 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/tJYlcuioqzkrGdIDYT70ffEpUn8AbC2RJ6jA Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]

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/tJwvcuyoqjMqGdSVTfV1lBc1oY-cF8ek4YPG Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]

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 […]