learning skills

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/tJwlf--tqj0tG9VUz7X5kpPsT9qyrn12Cd_K 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/tJUlf-iqqjkjGtGNMNjICoXKU-g09AsR072N 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/tJUrdeiupjkjG9I_HAXYN9-ZnRo7a6lN72BP Important Notes:   You must register for this workshop with […]

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/tJAqdu-hqDssEtO4up3nBvIt098oSItO9cM5 You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please read the […]

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/tJ0ofu6qqT8uG9RHvmcCTxv6c9dKlpuaxth4 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/tJclf-6oqj8tE9VxIALOCmhymuW8gdKsIece 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/tJIldO2gqjkqH9MFt-Kwx-g0GWhS9PMyXbYS 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 […]

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/tJckdu-pqzkqE9ellXqheJVj5hvDG4EWDswy 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 […]

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 […]

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/tJcvd--trjojHN2BDNQrIvqdcUcAT61v33KW Important Notes:  You must register for this workshop with your YorkU email address. After registering, you will receive […]