Learning Strategies

Mission and Philosophy

Learning Strategies support students in developing the academic skills necessary to learn material efficiently and effectively. These programs help students examine their approach to learning and cultivate individual success strategies. The UCAE provides opportunities to explore learning through Academic Skill Workshops, Academic Consultations, Classroom Presentation, Academic Coaching, and Accountability Groups. Staff are committed to providing quality services in accordance with best practices.

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49er Connect 1:1 Academic Skill Development 49er Connect matches Charlotte students with peer experts who provide individualized information and support to help them reach their academic goals. Types of Goals Academic skill goals are as varied as our students are, but some common themes are: Manage my time more efficiently Balance work and school Study more efficiently Feel more comfortable taking tests Retain assigned reading and lectures Deal with procrastination Lower stress level Take better notes Improve focus Build reading comprehension Options Students can choose between ad hoc (as needed) Academic Consultations scheduled around their needs and availability or a structured commitment through Peer Coaching. Academic Consultations Academic Consultations are 45-minute appointments, scheduled through Connect, designed to help students develop specific strategies to address their academic concerns. Students can schedule as many or as few appointments as they would like. Peer Coaching Peer Coaching with trained Success Guides guides students through at least six structured appointments a semester that focus on developing a specific action plan to tackle their semester goals and practicing the strategies that will help them hit those goals. Peer Coaching gives priority to students: With ADHD, other learning differences, and similar experiences. Readmitted to the university after a break in enrollment. On academic probation, continued probation, or reinstated from suspension. However, the UCAE welcomes any student interested in signing up for Peer Coaching. Get 49er Connected Use Connect to schedule an Academic Consultation Complete the interest survey for Peer Coaching Email uncc-ucae@charlotte.edu for information Call 704-687-7837 with questions Stop by Colvard 2300 to chat