It is very important to keep up with the work. Do not be surprised that grades are based on a combination of assignments, not just the final exam. Notes should be taken during lectures and during all reading. The key to good note keeping is to identify main ideas and write them down in an outline form. At SSU, the English Department provides a tutor who will help with all English language related problems, and the Student Counseling Services provide an Academic Success Counselor who will help with study and note taking skills, and with exam taking skills.
Many workshops are available throughout the semester to aid students with academic problems.
The use of another person s words or ideas without acknowledgment of their source. Borrowed words or ideas must always be clearly documented. If you expect to experience writing difficulties, you should get help as soon as possible. An important distinction exists between group work and individual work. Usually, papers, homework, quizzes, and tests should be done individually.