Specific

1. Students will demonstrate an awareness of how they study in general and be able to identify the specific areas in
   which improvement is needed.
    1.1 Each student will maintain a portfolio which will include his/her personal goals and objectives, daily schedule
         of activities, self assessments, and all assignments done by him/her during the course.
    1.2 Students will evaluate their own study habits through on-going assessments.
    1.3 Students will learn how to work in groups and to give and receive feedback on studying habits.
    1.4 Students will use teacher-provided tools to assess their study habits.

2. Students will display a confident and effective attitude toward studying.
    2.1 Students will show confidence in their ability to study effectively by applying study skills and strategies.
    2.2 Students will recognize that applying effective study strategies is useful.
    2.3 Students will achieve a greater sense of self-understanding and increased self-esteem by acquiring knowledge
         necessary for their learning.

3. Students will develop the ability to use effective studying techniques for a variety of purposes.
    3.1 Students will use the dictionary for essential knowledge about the English language.
    3.2 Students will utilize the Learning Resources Center as a resource for their learning when conducting research.
         This utilization will include
          - Identifying parts of a book (title page, author, table of contents, index, etc).
          - Finding books in the LRC (OPAC, location of general collection, differences between subject and topic
             search).
          - Using quotations.
          - Summarizing material found in the LRC.
          - Identifying the various places in the LRC.
    3.3 Students will use computers as a source of information by
          - Performing Internet searches.
          - Attaining and using an email account
          - Using computer programs such as PowerPoint for producing projects.
    3.4 Students will be able to effectively make notes when writing, reading, and listening to lectures.
    3.5 Students will be able to apply the various test taking techniques.
    3.6 Students will be able to effectively use selected vocabulary words necessary for clear communication.
    3.7 Students will acquire study skills they can transfer to and use in other areas of their life.
    3.8 Students will be able to apply reading strategies necessary for comprehension, retention, and interpretation.

4. Students will use effective strategies for studying.
    4.1 Students will have knowledge of their study habits and be able to apply effective strategies for studying.
    4.2 Students will demonstrate an understanding of the elements that establish effective study habits.
    4.3 Students will know how and when to apply study techniques.