The Deep Dive- College Success
Season 1
The Deep Dive- College Success: Chapter 2- The Truth About Learning Styles
by Crystal Radcliffe
In this chapter, you will learn about the art of learning itself, as well as how to employ strategies that enable you to learn more efficiently. After reading this chapter, you should be able to do the following: Discover the different types of learning and your learning practices. Make informed and effective learning choices in regards to personal engagement and motivation. Identify and apply the learning benefits of a growth mindset. Evaluate and make informed decisions about learning styles and learning skills. Recognize how personality type models influence learning and utilize that knowledge to improve your own learning. Identify the impact of outside circumstances on personal learning experiences and develop strategies to compensate for them. Recognize the presence of the “hidden curriculum” and how to navigate it.
In this chapter, you will first learn more about identifying the reason you are in college. This is an important first step because knowing your why will keep you motivated. Next, the chapter will cover the transitions that you may experience as a new college student. Then, the chapter will focus on how you can acclimate to the culture and meeting the expectations—all of which will make the transition to a full-fledged college student easier. Finally, the chapter will provide you with strategies for overcoming the challenges that you may face by providing information about how to find and access resources.