<p>ten questions to ask your student… </p>
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<p>Housing handed this out to parents when we moved our kids in…thought i would share with you all.</p>
<li><p>Are you going to class? skipping class is the #1 reason students fail.</p></li>
<li><p>Are you studying 25 hours per week? College is a fulltime job. You should be in class, studying and doing homework 40 hours per week.</p></li>
<li><p>Are you reviewing the material weekly in each class? If you review all material each week then preparing for an exam is easy.</p></li>
<li><p>Are you scheduling your “goof off” time? Everyone needs down time but students need to learn to manage their “goof off” time.</p></li>
<li><p>Do you knowwhen the last day to register for classes is? After this date you cannot register a new class (some places you can get department permission).</p></li>
<li><p>Are you starting your assignments early? The UNEXPECTED happens: you get sick, the computer dies, can’t print. Start assignments early with plenty of time for the UNEXPECTED.</p></li>
<li><p>Have you seen your advisor? Advisors are a great resource to plan your academic career.</p></li>
<li><p>Have you gone to your professors office hours? Professors like to help students. Don’t hesitate to visit the professor during office hours.</p></li>
<li><p>Are you taking advantage of academic success resources? Peer tutoring, help sessions, major specific help…writing labs and reading labs, etc.</p></li>
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<p>10 Have you formed a study group? Studying complex material is more efficient with a study group.</p>
<p>I guess we could ask a few more nonacademic ones…brushing your teeth? when is the last time you washed your sheets? …and a host of other reminders.</p>