SPCO 108 – Learning Methods | Springfield College

Offered by the Academic Success Center, this 1-credit course is geared towards first-years, sophomores, and juniors who want to learn new academic skills and enhance their overall performance.

Learning methods are primarily information-processing procedures that facilitate the learning, retention, and application of knowledge and skill. The focus of this course is learning how to learn.

Topics will include:

Time management, goal setting, and organization
Active reading and learning strategies
Note-taking, test preparation, and test-taking
Academic dishonesty
Campus resources
Group work and presentations skills
Resilience, grit, and stress management

This course uses lecture, discussion, and experiential formats. Thoughtful class participation is essential.

For more information, please contact course instructor Tami Drummond, Academic Coaching Coordinator.