Having a hard time focusing on your coursework?
Advisors are always ready to listen and talk through what you are feeling. Begin a conversation with your advisor; they will be able to help you think through the best course of action and will make appropriate referrals.
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Sometimes it is helpful to think flexibly about your learning. For example, if the way your instructor is explaining a topic doesn't make sense to you, keep in mind that Google can help them answer many how-to questions. Or, for lab based courses, investigate whether YouTube has a helpful video or tutorial.
Some subjects may have flash-card apps or learning games available for your phone or iPad. For many Digital Flagship apps, there are tutorials and virtual drop-ins available: https://digitalflagship.osu.edu/students/resources. While these may not help you learn the subject, they may make you a more effective note-taker.
- Khan Academy
Consider using https://www.khanacademy.org/ for supplemental instruction on topics related to a variety of subjects. Each topic is broken down into smaller, more managable segments.
- Math
The Math department has sample midterms to help you study and prep at https://math.osu.edu/courses. There is also additional help for Math 1151: https://mooculus.osu.edu/
- Maybe the trouble is online coursework?
Here is a playlist of Ohio State videos about being a successful online learner: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz5jpP6Z4ZktyCwISJZ8il51qO1R0fE5D
- The Dennis Learning Center has started a video playlist for quick tips for online learning and staying productive at home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fZGpmV97SA&list=PL-FrHYwTbhXBoHOb2rB7x0SrB8LSkdeo9
For even more tips, download a list of helpful advice for being a successful online learner from the National Academic Advising Association : https://osu.box.com/s/vce3bxq65khrjligumnzjcbkyltnvck1
- Consider taking a class that can help you learn academic skills
ARTSSCI
- 2120 - Information Search, Evaluation and Use (2)
- 2121 - Academic Online Research (2)
ESEPSY
- 1159 - Online Learning Strategies and Skills (2)
- 1259 - Learning and Motivation Strategies for College Success (3)
- 1359 - Critical Thinking and Collaboration in Online Learning (3)
- 2059 - Becoming a Self-Regulated Learner (2)
- 2060 - Academic Success Strategies for International Students (2)
- Find out if you are eligible to join SpringForward
A summer enrichment program for eligible students after they complete their first year at Ohio State, which includes: a scholarship that covers up to 6 credit hours, additional academic success coursework, one-on-one academic coaching, and one-on-one personalized advising; and ongoing support in the sophomore year and beyond, including a specific STEP cohort, specialized advising, workshops, social events, and more.
Consider if your major/courses is a good fit
Sometimes we've selected career or major that require coursework that isn't a good fit for our skills or interests, leading us to struggle in those courses. Consider talking to a career services to discuss alternative majors or careers.
College Career Services Office