Module 1:

ADAPTING TO THE
COLLEGE LIFE IN PHILSCA
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
1. TIPS HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY ADAPT TO COLLEGE LIFE
1.1 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS IN PHILSCA
1.2 LEARNING ACTIVITY
1.3 ASSESSMENT
1.4 REFERENCES
 LEARNING OUTCOMES
Program Learning Course Learning Outcomes Module Learning Outcomes Topic Learning Outcomes
Outcomes (PLO) (CLO) (MLO) (TLO)

PLO 2. CLO 5. MLO 1. Demonstrate plans TLO 1.

Work in solidarity with Students can assess how to succeed and adapt to Students identified plans on
people and institutions to people around them social conditions of how they can adapt with
effect liberating actions influence their character. PhilSCA. the social conditions of
towards the development PhilSCA.
and growth of individuals CLO 2. MLO 2. Discuss techniques
and the society at large. Students displayed how to attain adequate TLO 6.
commitment to education and responsive academic Students have familiarized
and lifelong learning. routine and balance social themselves with various
life student organizations of
PhilSCA.

TLO 7.
The students acknowledge
the universal set of values,
characters and virtues they
possess, and pledged to
develop what they do not
have.
 TOPIC WEEK NO. TIME ALLOTED
ADAPTING TO THE WEEK 1-2 6 hrs.
COLLEGE LIFE IN
PHILSCA

Note:
1.All students shall be answering this module with utmost
honesty and integrity. Any form of cheating is prohibited.
Failure to follow will be subjected to a failed remark.

2.Students should follow the deadline unless the reason is

valid it can be pass overdue.
 HOW TO ADAPT TO COLLEGE LIFE

Going to college is the first real major life transition for many people, and adapting
to college life isn't always easy. While you might have been excited about the idea
of starting your classes and making new friends, it might be more difficult than you
expected. It's not unusual to feel lonely, homesick, stressed, anxious or even
depressed while trying to adjust to your new life. If you're feeling down or
overwhelmed, take a few steps to help make the adjustment process a bit easier.
Here are some tips anyone can benefit from:
1. Go to class
• It may sound like a no-brainer, but there are plenty of students that try
skipping a few lecture hall classes when they first get to school. You
shouldn't, as this is an ideal time to meet new people, get a handle on
college course work and get used to your schedule. Not to mention,
you're paying a lot for these classes, so don't let them pass you by.

2. Become comfortable with your mistakes

• Some of the world's greatest innovators only found success through a
great deal of failure. Thomas Edison once said, "I have not failed 10,000
times — I've successfully found 10,000 ways that will not work." Find that
silver lining in your studies. Mistakes happen to everyone, and they only
make you stronger.
3. Organize study groups
• Unless you're starting your own business, you'll be working with other
people as soon as you enter into the professional world, so get used to
working with a group. You may find that collaboration is the best way to
learn more and succeed in class.
4. Learn how to study
• You may have aced some tests before by cramming at the minute, but
college isn't always the same. Learn the best study habits ahead of time.
Don't just open a textbook and highlight the important things. Think
critically about the content, put the information in your own words, and
develop a true understanding for the material.
5. Remember, there are resources
• Virtually every college has academic resources that can help you with
everything from organizing a study schedule to getting tutoring outside of
class. If you ever feel overwhelmed, don't be afraid to reach out for help.
6. Set up weekly video calls/Zoom meetings
Sometimes resources on campus don't match up to the support you had at
home, and that's OK. If you know you're going to miss your friends and
family, set up a regular time to call them on a weekly basis. This will give
you something to look forward to and will ensure that your schedules
match up for regular check-ins.
7. Get involved in clubs
There may be no replacement for your friends back home, but making new
friends and getting new hobbies can be a great way to take your mind off
of those feelings of homesickness and ease into your new college
experience. Find a club that interests you and dive in.
8. Get to know your roommate
For some people, your college roommate becomes your best friend at
school, so don't squander the opportunity. You'll likely get to know the
person you share a room with on a deep level whether you like it or not, so
make the best of it with a friendly attitude.
9. Put yourself out there
You can join an intramural team or merely talking to new people in the
cafeteria, remember that it's better to give it a shot than constantly think of
what could have been. You went to college to seize opportunities in the
professional arena, but it's time to learn how to seize opportunities socially,
too.
10. Be your own person
And one of the best ways to succeed socially is to be your own person.
Your personality is forged in college by the choices you make, so think
carefully about your decisions and how they'll shape you during these
important years.
11. Follow a budget
For some, college is the first time you're able to spend money without some
sort of supervision. Don't let this get out of hand, especially if you have tight
purse strings. Create a budget or make a spreadsheet on a computer that
tracks your spending habits.
HIGH SCHOOL LIFE VS. COLLEGE LIFE

• As you can imagine, high

schools and colleges vary
significantly across the country.
Thus, educational experiences
can differ radically from school
to school and from student to
student. As a result, it is wise to
listen to others’ perceptions
about making the transition to
college with that in mind.
Below is a comparison chart
that illustrates GENERAL
differences between high
school and college.
Remember, YOU will need to
form you own opinions and
plan/adjust accordingly.
GENERAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL
CLASSES:
✔ Classes are arranged for you
✔ Classes meet daily
✔ Teachers monitor attendance
✔ Classes average less than 30 students
✔ You are given text books at little or no cost
✔ Courses to meet graduation requirements are relatively
consistent
INSTRUCTORS:
✔ Have training in teaching methods courses
✔ Write information on the board for your notes Remind
you of assignments and due dates
✔ Provide you with the information you missed when you
were absent
✔ Present material to help you understand the concepts in
the text book
✔ Guide you through the thinking process
✔ Approach you if they believe you need help
✔ Are available for conversation and assistance before,
during, and/or after school
COLLEGE
CLASSES:
⮚ You arrange your classes
⮚ Classes may meet just once a week
⮚ Professors may not monitor attendance
⮚ Classes may number 100 students or more
⮚ You need to budget money for text books
⮚ Courses to meet graduation requirements differ
according to the program you study
INSTRUCTORS:
⮚ Have training in their area of expertise
⮚ Expect you to identify key points for your notes
⮚ Provide you with a syllabus so you can track assignments
and due dates
⮚ Count on you to get notes for missed classes Encourage
you to relate the material presented in class with the
concepts in the text book
⮚ Push you to think critically for yourself
⮚ Suggest you initiate contact if you need help
⮚ Are available for conversation and assistance during
their specified office hours
STUDYING: STUDYING:

✔ The amount of time studying is comparable to the time ⮚ You should study at least 2 hours outside of class for each
spent in class hour in class

✔ Teachers may allot class time for homework Your studying ⮚ Little (or no) class time is allotted for homework Your
involves just the material in your text book studying involves reading and writing assignments that are
not in your text book
TESTS: TESTS:

✔ Testing is frequent and covers small amounts of material ⮚ Testing is infrequent and covers large amounts of material

✔ Quizzes occur between tests ⮚ Courses may just have two or three tests total

✔ Makeup tests are an option ⮚ Makeup tests may not be an option

✔ Teachers (re)schedule test dates to avoid conflicts with ⮚ Professors schedule test dates at the beginning of the
other school activities semester, regardless of school activities Professors
encourage students to form study sessions prior to the day
✔ Teachers conduct review sessions prior to the day of the of the test
test
⮚ Mastery is often seen as the ability to apply and problem
✔ Mastery is often seen as the ability to recognize the same solve what you have learned to new situations
information presented in class
GRADES: GRADES:

✔ Grades are given for homework ⮚ Grades may not be given for homework

✔ Consistently good homework grades help raise your overall ⮚ Grades on tests and papers provide most of the overall
grade when test grades are low Extra credit projects are course grade
offered to help you raise your grade
⮚ Extra credit projects may not be offered to help you raise
✔ Final class grades are determined by a “good faith effort” – your grade
if you try hard, you will pass
⮚ A good effort is important, but likely won’t change your
✔ Final class grades of a D or higher are required to graduate status from failing to passing
with a diploma
⮚ Final class grades of a C or higher are required to
graduate with a certificate or degree
PERSONAL FREEDOMS: PERSONAL FREEDOMS:

✔ You are told your responsibilities and are “called ⮚ You are responsible for your actions and their
out” if your behavior is out of line consequences

✔ Your time is guided by others ⮚ You manage your own time

✔ Your parents are involved in your high school ⮚ Your parents are as involved in your college
experience experience as you choose them to be

✔ Information about your high school success (or ⮚ Information about your college success (or
failure) is readily shared between the school and failure) cannot be shared between the college
your parents and your parents

✔ The high school is obligated to teach you – ⮚ The college is not obligated to teach you –
mandatory enrollment/attendance until a voluntary enrollment/ attendance on your part
certain age is reached
Student Organizations in PhilSCA

• AMT Organization
Student Organizations in PhilSCA

• Aero-AT Organization
Student Organizations in PhilSCA

• Avionics Organization
Learning Activity: Let’s Check It Out
 Assessment
NAME: _________________________ COURSE/YEAR: ______________
DATE: _________________________ INSTRUCTOR: _________________

Direction: Answer the following questions. Using the Rubric provided below.

1.Did the tips abovementioned help you in planning how to adjust to collegiate life? In
what ways?

2.What are the things discussed have sparked your interest or you remembered? Why?

3.How would you help your classmates or acquaintance whose having difficulty to
adapt?
RUBRIC
Reference:

• Grayson, Paul A. and Meilman, Philip W. Beating the College

Blues. New York: Facts on File, 2008.
• Monte, Christopher F. Merlin. The Sorcerer’s Guide to Survival in
College. California: Wadsworth Publishing, 1990.
• Kobold, Dana. High School Vs. College. Adelphi University:
Learning Support Services, 2011.

PREPARED BY:
MA.ELENA B.OCANA,LPT
A.Y. 2021-2022
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