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– is passionate about their program of study.

– is able to cope with a course they dont like because they see the bigger
picture.
– is a student because they made a positive choice to be one.
– reviews study notes, textbooks, etc..
– works through assignments individually at first and way before the due
date.
– does extra problems.
– reads course related material.

• Is resourceful: This student

– uses the resources made available by the course and instructor such as
the Math Workshop, the course container on WebCT, course websites,
etc..
– researches how to get help in certain areas by visiting the instructor, or
academic advisor, or other support structures offered through the univer-
sity.
– uses the library and internet thoughtfully and purposefully to find addi-
tional resources for a certain area of study.

• Is organized: This student

– adopts a particular method for organizing class notes and extra material
that aids their way of thinking and learning.

• Manages his/her time effectively: This student

– is in control of their time.

– makes and follows a schedule that is more than a timetable of course. It
includes study time, research time, social time, sports time, etc..

• Is involved: This student

– is informed about their program of study and their courses and takes an
active role in them.
– researches how to get help in certain areas by visiting the instructor, or
academic advisor, or other support structures offered through the univer-
sity.