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. We ask that you sign up here in advance so we can plan for a larger space if 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
Fax: 902.585.1093
Testing inquiries:
Email: accessible.learning@acadiau.ca
Tel: 902.585.1605, 902.585.1649
Grants inquiry:
Email: gillian.hastey@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, 207A
21 University Avenue
Acadia University
Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6
Office Hours:
Academic Year: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm