Course Overview
Communicating clearly and effectively is a valuable asset for any service sector worker. Effective communication improves productivity, increases understanding with clients, reduces misunderstandings in the workplace, and contributes to improved practice in the classroom. This course provides an opportunity for students to improve their study habits in order to succeed through the rest of the program.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Take effective notes from oral presentations and discussions (e.g. lectures, guest speaking presentations, videos).
- Take effective study notes from readings.
- Comprehend a wide variety of lengthy complex material (e.g. technical manuals, journal articles, formal and informal reports).
- Identify suitable study environments.
- Apply appropriate study techniques to accommodate preferred learning styles.
- Apply time-management techniques to maximize available study times.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2007
Related Programs
Effective Learning Techniques (RFMX 1100) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Energy
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Foundation
Certificate Full-time
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