Accessible Learning Services has developed a series of workshops and other resources to support students' academic success. Topics include time management, note-taking skills, memorization techniques, test-taking strategies, and more.
Workshops
All students are welcome, however drop in space is limited. If capacity is reached we will schedule additional date(s) as possible.
In addition to our in-person workshops, we are pleased to offer online resources below for self-guided learning opportunities.
Looking for something you don’t see? Email accessible.learning@acadiau.ca to request additional resources or suggest a topic.
- For support with writing, check out the Writing Centre.
- For information on tutoring and free help centres, check out the Tutoring site.
Study Skills
- Study Skills: Preparing for Class (PDF)
- Study Skills: More than Note Taking (PDF)
- Overview of Note Taking Types (PDF)
- Note Taking Template: Annotated Style (PDF)
- Note Taking Template: Cornell Method (PDF)
- Abbreviations for Notetaking (PDF)
- The Pomodoro Technique (Study Technique) (PDF)
Organization and Time Management
- Create a Weekly Schedule (PDF)
- Weekly Schedule Template (PDF)
- To-Do List: 3-Day Template (PDF)
- Motivate Yourself (PDF)
- Procrastination Solutions Worksheet (PDF)
Wellness
General inquiries:
Email: accessible.learning@acadiau.ca
Tel: 902.585.1823, 902.585.1291
Testing inquiries:
Email: examsal@acadiau.ca
Grants inquiry:
Email: accessible.learning@acadiau.ca
Tel: 902.585.1823
Workshops & academic support:
Email: kate.johnstone@acadiau.ca
Tel: 902.585.1520
Office location:
Rhodes Hall, Rooms 111 - 115, 207
21 University Avenue
Acadia University
Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6
Office Hours:
Summer Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm