How to do your best in college: Student Success
Online Academic Learning Resources
Taking tests
Studying effectively and efficiently
Reading college material
Writing for college
Avoiding procrastination
Managing time
Math skills and anxiety
Giving speeches
Taking notes
Online learning
Online dictionaries
To help you succeed:
Counselors
Orientation and College Jargon
INTS 1000, On Course
INTS 1101, College Success Strategies
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Featured Links: Handbook for students with ADD - VirginiaTech Seven Habits of Highly Successful Students - Inver Hills Community College, Psychology Department
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Online Academic Learning Resources
GPA Calculator
(Note: This is meant to be a tool only.
See an IHCC counselor for any GPA questions.)
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Strategies to Use With Questions You Cannot Answer Immediately – VirginiaTech
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How to Keep Calm During Tests - Western State College of Colorado
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Hints for Specific Types of Tests - Western State College of Colorado
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Key Task Words in Essay Questions - Western State College of Colorado
How to Study Effectively and Efficiently
- What is Your Learning Style - University of South Dakota
- Improving Memory and Concentration - VirginiaTech
- Constructive Suggestions Regarding Motivation, Motivation Checklist – VirginiaTech
- Sound Memory Strategies - University of Western Ontario
- Thinking Like a Genius - University of St. Thomas
- Handbook for students with ADD - VirginiaTech
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Printable Schedule Planning Worksheet (PDF -- you'll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view or print), Inver Hills Community College
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Time Management Strategies for Improving Academic Performance - VirginiaTech
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Accuplacer review (math, reading, and English)
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Is Online Learning Right For You? (Minnesota Online)
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Is your computer properly figured to take online classes? Do a system test for Desire2Learn!
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Encyclopedias and Multiple Reference Links at LibrarySpot.com
To help you succeed:
Counselors:
The counseling staff is available to assist
you with your
transition to college. Counselors can help you develop
strategies to succeed in college as well as help you learn how to access college
resources and understand college policies/procedures.
Orientation:
Attending orientation is essential for all
degree seeking students and mandatory if you will be registering
for more than five credits. At orientation, you will gain essential
information about educational options, selecting courses, college
services, and policies/procedures. If you are not a returning
IHCC student, please contact
Admissions
for more information. Otherwise, returning students can access
an online review of orientation.
If all this college jargon has your head swimming, visit this quick link!
INTS 1000,
On Course:
INTS 1000 introduces proven
strategies to help students create greater success in college and in
life. The course provides an interactive environment for students to
identify their motivation and opportunities for personal growth,
engage in academic and career decision making, and explore and
utilize campus resources and services. Strongly recommended for all
new degree-seeking students.
INTS 1101, College Success
Strategies:
INTS 1101 is a two credit course designed to help
you reach
their educational goals. Topics include academic goal setting,
testing strategies, time management skills, learning styles, and
selecting courses. Presently, the course focuses on helping
students become good online learners!
