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The A+ Program

Do You:

  • Struggle with long reading assignments?
  • Study but don't receive the grades you feel you should receive?
  • Need to read faster and comprehend more?
  • Have test anxiety?
  • Feel Disorganized?

Why settle?

The A+ Program is a free NIU service which provides one-on-one or small group instruction on an appointment basis in effective reading or study strategies. Our goal is to help you be a successful student with help in the following areas:

  • Effective Reading
  • Efficient Textbook Reading
  • Speed Reading
  • Learning Styles
  • Testing Strategies
  • Test Anxiety
  • Time Management
  • Note-Taking Skills

A+ Tip of the Week!

Week 1: Learn How to Decode Your Professor

Week 2: Developing and Using Your Learning Style

Week 3: Prepare to Read

Week 4: Knowing What's on the Test

Week 5: The 5 Types of Studying

Week 6: The 3 R's of Memory

Week7: Analyze Your Writing Style

Week 8: After Spring Break, Come back with the right Attitude

Week 9: Conquering Test Anxiety

Week10: Think Critically

Week 11: Schedule Fixed Blocks of Time to Study

Week 12: Managing Stress

Week 13: Avoid Study Marathons

Week 14: Are You Prepared for the Exam?

Week 15:  Celebrate What You've Learned-Continue to Learn

*Copies of the Tips are available in the Grant South Tutoring Center and outside of Williston 100. Should you want multiple copies, send an email to Carolyn Hudspeth with your request.