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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

Topics, dates, and delivery method for learning lab sessions in Winter 2023.
Sessions begin Jan 16, 2023. 
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  

Programs & Events

  • Academic Skills Tool Kit
  • Academic Skills Learning Labs
  • Academic Integrity Module
  • Fundamental Fridays Writing Skills Drop-In
  • 3-Minute Paper Competition
  • Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) at Trent
  • Virtual Write-Along
  • Orientation Week Workshops
  • Re-Orientation with Academic Skills
  • Summer Skills School
  • Finish Strong
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