Resources
On this page you fill find information on various academic success resources, including: learning & studying, group work, time management, faculty and staff communication, archived workshops and UWB student health and safety.
The following worksheets, guides and websites can help you work independently toward academic success. Explore the resources below at your own pace and bookmark the ones you find helpful.
*Note: Some links are external links leading to other websites outside of UW Bothell. This page is still under construction. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Learning & studying
5-Day Study Plan offers a more effective and less stressful approach compared to pulling an all-nighter. Use the steps and template to create your own 5-day study plan. The focus is on active preparation and review strategies to solidify knowledge before the exam.
Focused Study Session (FSSs) can optimize your retention of course material through short, focused study time chunks. This method can motivate individuals to schedule several focused study sessions per class each week.
Study Cycle is a five-step systematic process that involves previewing, attending, reviewing, studying and monitoring your progress. This method is designed to help students engage with course material more effectively, improve understanding and enhance retention and information.
Note-taking before, during and after a lecture helps you stay organized and remember important information. It’s a great way to actively participate in your learning and improve your understanding of the material.
Bloom’s Taxonomy guides students in progressively developing cognitive skills, ranging from remembering and understanding to applying, analyzing, evaluating and creating.
Group work
Study groups provide a supportive environment for discussing challenging material, sharing resources, deepening understanding and improving study habits.
Working in teams helps develop communication, problem-solving, leadership and interpersonal skills.
Time management
Smart goals are beneficial for both short-term and long-term goals as it helps individuals stay focused, motivated and organized in achieving milestones within a specific time frame.
Time budget sheet helps you manage your schedule effectively and make time for important tasks. It can also help in identifying distracting activities.
Week-by-week time management allows you to plan and organize activities and appointments each specific week.
Weekly calendar can be used to assign specific time blocks for tasks like classes, studying, assignments and personal activities to improve time management and productivity.
Creating a weekly to-do list with high and low priority tasks helps individuals stay organized, prioritize important tasks, manage time effectively and reduce stress.
Faculty & staff communication
Improving class participation helps you learn, think critically and communicate effectively.
Office hours are not just for doing damage control for your grade. Common reasons to attend office hours include seeking clarification on course material, discussing assignments or exams and receiving guidance on careers and research opportunities. Creating a relationship with your instructor through attending office hours also opens the doors to letters of recommendation.
Archived workshops
The following slides and resources are from the workshops we have run in the past. Curious what workshops are happening this quarter? You can find the current workshop schedule here!
Communicating with Professors
We assist students in brainstorming effective and professional ways to communicate their questions, concerns and interests with their professors in person, during office hours and through email. Additionally, we guide students in learning how to build long lasting relationships of trust with their professors.
Goal Setting and Motivation
We guide students through concept mapping, vision boarding and long/short-term goal setting. We ask students to uncover their “why.” Why are they at an institution of higher learning? Why are they seeking a higher education degree and more opportunities? Knowing their “why” can assist students in recognizing what motivates them and keeps them going. Students learn how to break down their bigger goals into smaller tasks.
Learning Strategies
We share with students studying skills, meaningful learning, diverse learning styles and the impact of various learning environments.
Note-Taking
Students learn how about multiple forms of notetaking, efficient listening, and ways to organize information learned. Additionally, students learn about retention and critical application of knowledge learned.
Test-Taking
Students learn how to best prepare for and study for exams while learning how to overcome test anxiety.
Health and safety
The CARE team is a group of trained campus professionals who quickly connect students to resources that address student concerns related to both academics, health and wellbeing — including, but not limited to:
- Concern for student’s health, safety, and well-being
- Financial or situational crisis
- Significant change in student’s behavior
- Disruptive of learning, living, or work environment
Questions?
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Please check our Frequently Asked Questions page, call (425) 352-3786, email successcoaches@uw.edu or stop by the front desk in the Academic Learning Commons located in UW2-030.