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Global Resources
Winning Strategies
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The Internet and the University of St. Thomas have come together to solve one of John Deweys complaints: to bring into existence the means by which the multitude could possibly have access to intellectual resources.
Whether you're an absolute beginner or a seasoned learner, Study Guides and Strategies will be a highly useful resource that provides the required information and methods for a successful and fulfilling university or college education. Inside this site is information on:
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preparing to learn (e.g. learning to learn, managing time, setting goals, managing stress, thinking like a genius, and so much more),
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classroom participation (e.g., preparing for the classroom, influencing teachers, taking notes in lectures, and much more),
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project skills (e.g., organizing projects, researching case studies, researching on the Internet, and much more),
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preparing for tests (e.g., general test preparation, anticipating test content, cramming, and more),
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writing basics (e.g., prewriting and drafts, the five paragraph essay, persuasive essays, and more),
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math and science (e.g., following the scientific method, lab safety, and much more),
- studying (e.g., effective study habits, thinking critically, concentrating, and more),
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learning with others (e.g., active listening, studying in groups, tutoring guidelines, and more),
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reading skills (e.g., taking notes from text book, learning from multiple sources, reading/understanding essays, and more),
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taking tests (e.g., ten tips for terrific test taking, essay exams, short answer tests, and more),
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writing basics continued (e.g., modifiers and commas, transitional words and phrases, spelling, writing strategies, and much more),
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web truth (e.g., netiquette, citing web sites, designing web sites, and more).
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