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HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN YOUR CLASSES
1. Don’t ignore the syllabus.
Do read and understand what’s on the syllabus.
2. Don’t go to class late and sit in the back of the classroom.
Do be on time or early to class and sit in the front and center so you can hear the instructor and avoid distractions.
3. Don’t fall asleep or be reserved.
Do participate in class discussions and/or activities.
4. Don’t show up to class without reading the chapters. Do assigned reading before attending class.
5. Don’t come to class empty-handed.
Do bring paper, pens, pencils, and textbook. Be ready to take notes.
6. Don’t work on homework during class time while instructor is lecturing. Do pay attention to instructor’s lecture and take appropriate notes.
7. Don’t constantly leave the class.
Do wait until the class is over to leave. If you have personal concerns, tell the instructor and sit by the door so you won’t disrupt the class.
8. Don’t miss class.
Do attend all class meetings and if you must miss a class due to an emergency, notify your instructor.
9. Don’t ask questions that show you haven’t done the assigned reading or that you haven’t been listening to the lecture.
Do write down what questions you want to ask the instructor after the readings and the lectures before asking.
10. Don’t ask personal questions during class, such as, “When can I take my makeup exam?”
Do ask the instructor during office hours or after class has ended.
11. Don’t expect your instructor to drop you from the class if you stop attending. Do drop the class if you stop attending.
12. Don’t ignore instructor’s office hours.
Do go to instructor’s office hours for additional assistance with lectures and assignments.
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