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Academic Success
Checklist
The Academic Success Checklist
is an instrument to help you assess your preparedness and motivation for
college. Print out these pages and complete the checklist. Once you have
completed it, make an appointment with a counselor at (708) 974-5722 to
discuss the results.
Directions: Read
each statement, and consider how it applies to you. If the statement applies to
you most of the time, check Y. If it does not apply to you, check N. Remember
that we are attempting to assess your habits and strategies for academic
success, so be honest with your responses! Please answer Y (yes) or N (no) on
the line provided to the left of each statement.
| CONCENTRATION/MEMORY |
|
Yes
|
No |
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I
can stay focused on my studies for long periods of time without becoming
distracted. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I rarely have a
difficult time paying attention while in class. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
When I study, I
try to find a quiet space where it is unlikely that I will be
interrupted. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I find it easy to
remember class material. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I try to think of
clever ways or memory tricks for me to remember difficult material. |
TEST PREPARATION AND TEST TAKING |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I review material
regularly. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I have an
organized method for studying and preparing for upcoming tests. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I rarely end up
cramming for exams. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I understand the
difference between preparing for an essay exam versus a multiple-choice
exam. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I know how to
approach taking a test so I feel relaxed when I begin the exam. |
| ____ |
____ |
6. |
I am able to
determine how much time it will take to complete different sections of a
test so that I complete the test on time. |
READING
AND COMPREHENSION |
|
Yes
|
No
|
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|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I know how to survey
a text and pick out what is important. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I find that I can
keep up with the amount of reading assigned by instructors. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
After reading a
chapter, I have no problem understanding the points the author was trying to
make. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I highlight or
underline important content as I am reading. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I am able to turn
chapter/section headings into questions and search for answers as I read. |
| ____ |
____ |
6. |
I focus on
illustrations (graphs, diagrams, and charts), especially when studying math
and science. |
SELF-CONFIDENCE |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I am confident of
my ability to succeed in school. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I understand my
strengths as well as my weaknesses, and I am willing to do what it takes
to better myself. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I have no problem
learning new skills. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I feel comfortable
talking to instructors/professors. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I actively seek out
individuals in my life from which I receive support and encouragement. |
CAREER CHOICE |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I am clear about
the course of study/major that I plan to pursue. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I understand what
educational/training is involved for different career choices. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I know enough about
myself to make an effective career decision. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I have no trouble
making major decisions in my life. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I know how to
research a career. |
STRESS MANAGEMENT |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I have developed
healthy strategies for dealing with stressful situations. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I believe that I am
experiencing no more stress than the average college student is. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I have supportive
individuals in my life to help through rough times. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I am aware of
situations that cause me stress and can identify the signs. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I know how to
balance my personal life and academic responsibilities. |
TIME MANAGEMENT |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I have planned the
right amount of work hours for the number of credit hours I am taking. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I can manage my
school, personal, and work time so I am getting the grades I want in
school. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I can plan a
schedule that allows me to stay on top of class requirements and complete
projects comfortably before deadlines. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I can prioritize
tasks and decide what is most important to finish first. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I look ahead to due
dates for tests, papers, and projects and record them in a calendar so I
can complete them in a timely fashion. |
INFORMATION |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I am aware of the
official policy and know withdrawal deadlines and where to submit official
withdrawal forms. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I am aware of the
tuition refund period. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I know how to
calculate my grade point average. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I understand how to
request an incomplete grade and my responsibility in completing the
requirements for the incomplete. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I am completely
aware of how to utilize the library and its resources. |
MOTIVATION |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I know my purpose
for being in college. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I manage to
complete my work assignments even when I find them dull or uninteresting. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
When studying a
difficult subject, I work hard and stick with it until I understand it. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I know that I am
responsible for my achievement and academic success. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I see a connection
between my college courses and my future personal and professional goals. |
TAKING NOTES |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I am able to
identify and record the main ideas of a classroom lecture/discussion. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I review and edit
my notes soon after class for better retention. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I have a clear,
concise, and legible note-taking system. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I compare my notes
with other students and/or the textbook to fill in details I may have
missed in class. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I use my class
notes to predict possible test questions. |
LEARNING STYLES |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I realize that
there are different learning styles and am aware of my particular style. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I can adapt my
learning strategies to accommodate my instructor's teaching style. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I know which study
strategies best complement my individual learning style. |
WRITING |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I know how to
select a topic for a paper. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I can use the
library to research my topic. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I know how to
develop an outline for a paper. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I can sort my
research notes, revise an outline, and write a first draft. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I can revise my
paper and proofread for a final draft. |
| ____ |
____ |
6. |
I can use the
correct rules for grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. |
ANXIETY |
|
Yes
|
No
|
|
|
| ____ |
____ |
1. |
I feel confident
about giving a speech in front of class. |
| ____ |
____ |
2. |
I do not get
nervous or confused when taking a test. I am able to stay focused and
answer the questions to the best of my ability. |
| ____ |
____ |
3. |
I do not let worry
interfere with my ability to study math or complete math exams. |
| ____ |
____ |
4. |
I do not let worry
interfere with my ability to study science or complete science exams. |
| ____ |
____ |
5. |
I do not let worry
interfere with my ability to prepare and give a speech in front of a
group. |
If you responded "no" to one or less
items in a single category, you are probably proficient enough in that area and
may not need additional information/services. If, however, you answered
"no" to two or more statements in a single category, the Counseling
and Career Development Center can be of assistance.
Please review the academic success links
and schedule and appointment with a counselor to discuss your strengths and
potential areas for development. |
