Resources for students:
ACADEMIC COACHING
Students can meet individually with dedicated academic skills coaches to improve the results of their study efforts. To make an appointment, students can visit LAS, call at 301-314-7693, or schedule online at:https://lasonline.umd.edu
MATH LEARNING PROGRAM
The Math Learning program includes individual appointments, workshops, and courses designed to help students successfully complete their UMD math requirements.
LEARNING STRATEGIES COURSES
· EDCP108B (1 credit) helps students develop their learning strengths and apply strategies that will help them be successful in college and in life.
· EDCP108M (1 credit) helps freshmen and sophomores learn to take charge of their math learning and utilize effective strategies for math success.
· EDCP108G (1 credit) offered to transfer students to help ease their transition to UMD by providing resource information, peer connections, and important learning skills.
GUIDED STUDY SESSIONS (GSS)
This program offers free, regularly scheduled study sessions for traditionally difficult courses. 50-minute sessions are held twice a week using a group learning approach. LAS data suggests that students who attend GSS earn higher final course grades than non-participants. Please visit the GSS website for the GSS schedule: http://www.counseling.umd.edu/
PEER ASSISTED LEARNING (PAL)
Peer coaches who have previously experienced academic success meet individually with students to improve their performance by teaching them strategies to learn more effectively. Students can check online to see when a peer coach is available: https://lasonline.umd.edu
ACADEMIC SUCCESS WORKSHOPS
The Learning Assistance Service offers this workshop series to help students become successful, active learners.