Learning Support Workshops
Student Learning Services offers over 40 workshops each semester, organized into four themes: effective learning strategies, exam strategies, Business, Engineering and Computer Science study skills, and tips on writing and research.
Workshop descriptions
EFFECTIVE LEARNING STRATEGIES
Optimize your chances of academic success by finding out how to manage your time, study strategically, excel in an online course or prepare a dynamic presentation. Many of our most popular workshops are repeated several times each semester so that there’s always one available when you need it!
BUSINESS, ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE STUDY SKILLS
To succeed in these demanding programs, you have to manage your time and commitments well, use study strategies specifically tailored to the content you are learning, and ace your exams. Find out how!
EXAM STRATEGIES
Held just before midterms and finals, these workshops teach you how to approach the type of exam you are taking: essay, multiple choice or problem-solving.
QUICK TIPS ON WRITING AND RESEARCH
These practical workshops enable you to improve any aspect of your own writing, from creating a thesis statement to referencing sources and learning how to use commas correctly! Most are offered more than once so that you get the help at the point in the semester you need it most, no matter when that is.
Effective Learning Strategies
Many workshops are offered more than once. Choose the time that fits your schedule best.
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Getting organized and managing your time
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Come and learn about time management strategies that will set you on the path to student success: find out how to make time to study, prioritize your time, and keep up on a weekly basis even when things get busy.
Workshop dates:
· September 12, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.
· September 24, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
· October 2, from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.
· October 26, from 12 to 1 p.m.
· November 1, from 11:45 to 12:45 p.m.
· November 20, from 3 to 4 p.m.
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Managing the end of Semester crunch: getting organized for the final push
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
With 5 or 6 weeks left before final exams, find out how to stop procrastinating and catch up. make a plan, prioritize tasks, break things down, and create momentum? This workshop will walk you through some valuable time management and study strategies designed to help you make the most of the next few weeks.
Workshop date:
· November 13, from 11 to 12 p.m.
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Notetaking strategies
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
This workshop will illustrate useful note taking and learning strategies to set you up for deeper and more efficient learning.
Room: H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Workshop dates:
· September 19, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.
· October 9, from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.
· November 8, from 11:45 to 12:45 p.m.
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Strategies for studying in your second language
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Is English your second language? Are you nervous about doing well in an English university? This workshop will help you learn effective strategies for reading your textbooks and taking notes in your classes.
Workshop dates:
· September 27, from 2 to 3 p.m.
· October 24, from 1 to 2 p.m.
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Reading strategies
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Find out how to read efficiently by learning how to select and remember the most important information when reading for your courses. Please bring a textbook or an article to the workshop.
Workshop dates:
· September 26, from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.
· October 16, from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.
· November 15, from 11:45 to 12:45 p.m.
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Study strategies for online learning
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Learn how to get the most from learning in an online environment, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to benefit from what your online course has to offer. Co-presented by Student Learning Services and e-Concordia.
Workshop date:
· September 18, from 1:15 to 3 p.m.
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Effective oral presentations
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Public speaking is an essential skill in many professions. Discover the skills and techniques necessary to plan, design and deliver effective oral presentations.
Workshop date:
· October 30, from 11:45 to 1:30 p.m.
Exam Strategies
Many workshops are offered more than once. Choose the time that fits your schedule best.
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Writing essay exams
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
In order to do well in essay exams, student have to be able to predict the questions and plan their answers. This workshop will help you learn strategies to do both.
Workshop dates:
· October 1, from 11:45 to 12:45 p.m.
· November 27, from 12 to 1 p.m.
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Writing multiple choice exams
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Learn how to prepare for these exams strategically and methodically and how to approach complex multiple choice questions with greater skill and confidence.
Workshop dates:
· October 3, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
· November 29, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
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Writing problem-solving exams
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
This workshop shows you how to write a successful problem-solving exam: learn how to focus on the most important course content, how to solve problems under pressure, and how to work through the exam strategically.
Workshop dates:
· October 5, from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.
· November 28, from 3 to 4 p.m.
Business, Engineering and Computer Science study skills
Many workshops are offered more than once. Choose the time that fits your schedule best.
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Time management for Business, Engineering and Computer Science students
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Business, engineering and computer science students often juggle many tasks. Finding study time in your busy schedule while managing other commitments can be challenging! This workshop shows you how to manage your time effectively by using smart study strategies and tools to get organized.
Workshop date:
· September 20, from 3 to 4 p.m.
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Study strategies for Business, Engineering and Computer Science students
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Studying from problem-solving type textbooks requires specific strategies because Business, Engineering, and Computer Science textbooks are often packed with details that cannot be missed. Learn effective ways to get the most out of your textbooks.
Workshop date:
· September 27, from 3 to 4 p.m.
· October 23, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
· November 16, from 12 to 1 p.m.
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Exam strategies for Business, Engineering and Computer Science students
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Succeeding in an exam depends on how well you prepare for it as much as it depends on how well you perform on the actual exam. Learn tips on how to do better in your problem-solving exams.
Workshop date:
· October 4, from 3 to 4 p.m.
Quick Tips on Writing & Research
Sir George Williams campus Workshops
Many workshops are offered more than once. Choose the time that fits your schedule best.
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Manage your writing assignments and projects
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Writing an assignment takes time. Learn how to make the process easier by starting early, getting organized and using resources to keep you on track.
Workshop date:
· September 21, from 12:15 to 1 p.m.
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Get started on your writing assignment
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Understand your professors’ expectations, and explore strategies to help you get started on your writing assignment.
Workshop dates:
· October 1, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.
· October 31, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.
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Documentation without plagiarism
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Learn why and when you should cite sources correctly in order to avoid plagiarism. There are no excuses for committing this academic crime!
Workshop date:
· October 10, from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
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Organizing your ideas for your writing assignment
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Academic writing is much easier if you have a proper plan in place before you begin. This workshop will help you understand how an academic paper should be structured.
Workshop date:
· November 7, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m
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Punctuation workshop: commas, commas, commas!
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Where do you place a comma? Do you have “comma splice” written all over you papers? This non-threatening workshop is designed for anyone who wants to perfect punctuation for university writing and beyond.
Workshop dates:
· October 12, from 1:45 to 2:30 p.m.
· November 21, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.
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Writing a thesis statement
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
The thesis statement of an academic assignment is the foundation of the entire work. Learn how to write an effective thesis statement.
Workshop dates:
· October 24, from 3:15 to 4 p.m.
· November 14, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.
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Researching in the library
Sir George Williams campus
Sir George Williams campus, Room H-440, Henry F. Hall building
Learn tips for navigating the virtual and physical library, developing “researchable” topics, and finding the scholarly sources you need.
Workshop dates:
· September 26, from 10:15 to 12:15 p.m.
· October 9, from 10:15 to 12:15 p.m.
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Using RefWorks to create bibliographies
Sir George Williams campus, Room LB -322 J.W. McConnell Building
Create perfect reference lists in APA, MLA, Chicago (and many others) instantly! All Concordia students get a free RefWorks account, and this workshop will tell you everything you need to know to get started.
Workshop date:
· October 25, from 2:30 to 4:15 p.m.
· November 13, from 10:15 to 11:45 p.m.
Quick Tips on Writing & Research
Loyola campus Workshops
Many workshops are offered more than once. Choose the time that fits your schedule best.
Workshop
Researching in the library
Loyola campus
Loyola campus, Room VL-203, Georges P. Vanier Library
Learn tips for navigating the virtual and physical library, developing “researchable” topics, and finding the scholarly sources you need.
Workshop date:
· October 4, from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
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The Way of APA
Loyola campus
Loyola campus, Room VL-203, Georges P. Vanier Library
Learn to cite sources and format papers in the APA style, as well as keep track of sources.
Workshop date:
· October 10, from 10:15 to 11:45 a.m.
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Using RefWorks to create bibliographies
Loyola campus
Loyola campus, Room VL-203, Georges P. Vanier Library
Create perfect reference lists in APA, MLA, Chicago (and many others) instantly! All Concordia students get a free RefWorks account, and this workshop will tell you everything you need to know to get started.
Workshop date:
· October 17, from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
