Academic Skills Learning Labs
Learn How to Learn in University
- Want to learn more about managing your workload at university?
- Unsure of the best way to take notes in lecture?
- Looking to strengthen your writing skills?
- Interested in trying new study techniques?
Practice student-tested tips and strategies in weekly Learning Labs with an Academic Skills Instructor and an experienced Trent student to enhance your learning habits.
In a short 30-minute session, we will focus on a different learning strategy each week on topics such as managing time, procrastination, reading and notetaking, writing, as well as studying and exam prep. Both participants and observers are welcome, so feel free to listen along or jump in and share your own tips and tricks!
Each week, the same Learning Lab will be offered twice: Monday at 2pm in-person in Bata Library and Wednesday at 6pm over Zoom.
Registration
Register for your preferred Learning Lab time or join us for both to enjoy double the fun! Sign up through the Trent Student Experience Portal and find the Peterborough Events Calendar on the left-hand menu.
Winter 2023 Learning Lab Schedule
| Topic | Dates |
|---|---|
|
Starting Strong: Tips for Managing Your Time this Term |
In-Person: Monday, Jan. 16th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Jan. 18th @ 6pm |
|
The Secret to Reading and Notetaking in University |
In-Person: Monday, Jan. 23rd @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Jan. 25th @ 6pm |
|
Assignment Breakdown: How to Get Started |
In-Person: Monday, Jan. 30th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Feb. 1st @ 6pm |
|
Research 101: Learn from a Librarian! |
In-Person: Monday, Feb. 6th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Feb. 8th @ 6pm |
| Study with Skills: How to Prepare for Midterms |
In-Person: Monday, Feb. 13th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Feb. 15th @ 6pm |
|
Reading Week: How to Plan and Prioritize |
Zoom: Tuesday, Feb. 21st @ 2pm |
|
How to Address Instructor Feedback |
In-Person: Monday, Feb. 27th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Mar. 1st @ 6pm |
| What is a "Good" Thesis and How Do I Write One? |
In-Person: Monday, Mar. 6th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Mar. 8th @ 6pm |
| How to Talk About Sources |
In-Person: Monday, Mar. 13th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Mar. 15th @ 6pm |
|
How to Paraphrase |
In-Person: Monday, Mar. 20th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Mar. 22nd @ 6pm |
|
All About Outlining: Tips for Organizing Your Writing |
In-Person: Monday, Mar. 27th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Mar. 29th @ 6pm |
|
Strategies for Writing Exams |
In-Person: Monday, Apr. 3rd @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Apr. 5th @ 6pm |
|
Test Stress: Tips to Find Calm and Focus in Your Exam |
In-Person: Monday, Apr. 10th @ 2pm Zoom: Wednesday, Apr. 12th @ 6pm |
Questions? Email Academic Skills