Transition Behaviors
To ensure your student makes a smooth transition to college life, it's important to understand the critical differences between high school and college.
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Teachers help organize the student's learning and monitor progress. Student is reminded of assignments and exams. |
Student is responsible for following the course syllabus - complete assignments, stay organized and know when exams are scheduled |
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Teachers tell students what to study for exams. |
It is the student's responsibility to prepare for exams on his/her own. |
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Teachers remind students of missed assignments. |
Students must be aware of their own progress in the course. |
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Attendance is mandated. |
Attendance is the student's responsibility. Students must follow specific attendance policies as stated in syllabus. |
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Most classes meet daily. |
Classes typically meet either once, twice or three times per week. |
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Teacher-student contact is frequent. |
Students must seek out instructors during office hours if they need extra attention. |
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Much of the work is completed during class. |
Most work is done outside of class. |
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Teachers provide students with course material missed due to absence. |
Student is expected to obtain work missed from either the instructor or other students in the class. |
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Exams are frequent and cover small amounts of material. |
Exams are infrequent and may be cumulative, covering large amounts of material in one exam. |