Learning Resources Center
The Learning Resources Program offers academic support in small-group classes. The Program’s goal is to help capable students overcome individual differences and develop the strategies necessary to meet with confidence the academic challenges of the 51Âþ» curriculum. Integral to this support system is the student’s willingness to be a productive, successful student, open to the techniques and strategies presented within the context of the program.
Goals:
- To develop time-management techniques and organization skills.
- To master and internalize study strategies and study techniques.
- To identify individual academic strengths and weaknesses.
- To use those strengths to overcome relative weaknesses and help students reach their academic potential.
- To assist in setting measurable goals.
Course Outline:
Organization, Goal Setting, Time Management, Note Taking, MLA Formatting, Outlining, Highlighting, Essay Writing, Study Skills, Test Preparation, Communication Skills, Motivation and Confidence Building.
EVENING STUDY HALLS
In-Room Study Hall: For the disciplined student, evening studying takes place in the dorms. This two-hour time, scheduled for each evening (Sunday – Thursday) and proctored by a Houseparent and a senior leader, is time for homework completion, reading and studying. Quiet time is observed.
Evening Classroom Study Hall-S (ECSH-S): Under the direction of the Director of Learning and Support, proctors are available to help students (limited number per classroom) maintain focus and productivity during the evening study period (Sunday – Thursday). Proctors oversee student organization, prioritization, and assignment management.
Please email or call Director of Academic Resources Dr. Jack Peterson P'29 if you have any questions: jpeterson@christschool.org or (828) 684-6232 ext. 111.
