Learn to Learn - Lamb Learner Success Centre - Learning Skills

What is Learn to Learn?

Learn to Learn: Master the Art of Effective Learning

Beyond exam success, our series teaches you the essential skills to absorb and retain information effortlessly. With solid learning strategies, you can explore new subjects, adopt different learning techniques, and expand your knowledge. It's like upgrading your brain's software. With Learn to Learn you'll become a master at grasping concepts, retaining details, and prioritizing your tasks. Whether you're at SAIT pursuing your hobbies, your dream job, or advancing your career, Learn to Learn empowers you to navigate the world of knowledge with ease.

Time Management Skills

Too much to do and not enough time? This video is your solution! Improve your planning and goal setting abilities, maximize your time and overcome procrastination. Gain tools to set up a weekly schedule, establish priorities and balance school, work and home life.

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Resources

Check out the links below to access slides from workshops, seminar recordings, and useful tools to help manage your time

Time Management Skills Slides
Slides from the Drop In and Learn Series.

Time Management Skills (Recording)
A link to a recording of the 'Time Management' talk from the Fall 2023 Learning to Learn series. In this talk, we discuss how to manage our time better. Topics include setting goals, prioritizing, calendars, and dealing with procrastination.

Time Management Skills (Slides)
Slides for the 'Time Management Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 'Learning to Learn' series.
Weekly Calendar Excel Template
A blank weekly calendar template for all of your scheduling needs.
To-Do List Template (Word)
A template to use for to-do lists. Can be used digitally or printed.

Study Skills

Study Skills Slides
Slides from the Drop In and Learn Series.

Study Skills (Recording)
A link to a recording of the 'Study Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 'Learning to Learn' series. In this talk, we discuss how we can make our learning more active, some basics of studying, and how to get started developing a study strategy.

Study Skills (Slides)
Slides for the 'Study Skills' talk from the Winter 2024 'Learning to Learn' Series.
Learning Skills Self-Assessment
This is a short checklist you can do to help you identify areas for improvement in your study skills.

Exam Writing Skills

Feeling stressed about tests and exams? This video equips you with powerful strategies to confidently tackle any exam. Learn how to ace multiple choice, short answer, open-book, and online exams.

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Resources

Check out the links below to access slides from workshops, seminar recordings, and useful tools to master your exam writing skills

Exam Writing Skills Slides
Slides from the Drop In and Learn Series.

'Exam Skills' (Recording)
Recording of the 'Exam Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 Learning to Learn series. In it, we discuss exam preparation as well as strategies for exam writing and dealing with anxiety.

'Exam Skills' (Slides)
Slides for the 'Exam Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 'Learning to Learn' series

Memory Skills

Memory Skills Slides
Slides from the Drop In and Learn Series.

Memory Skills (Recording)
A link to a recording of the 'Memory Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 Learning to Learn series. In it, we discuss ways to improve our memory and make information easier to remember.

Memory Skills (slides)
Slides for the 'Memory Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 'Learning to Learn' series.

Memory champ interview
Link to a podcast interviewing memory champion and neuroscientist, Boris Konrad.

Notetaking Skills

This video teaches a six-step system to efficiently extract information from textbooks, take better notes, and retain knowledge in your long-term memory. Master strategies for effective note-taking and maximizing learning in class.

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Resources

Check out the links below to access slides from workshops, seminar recordings, and useful tools to master your notetaking skills

Notetaking Skills Slides
Slides from the Drop In and Learn Series.

'Notetaking Skills' (Recording)
A link to a recording of the 'Notetaking Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 Learning to Learn series. In it, we talk about effective notetaking tips, note formats, and how to study from notes in a way that makes information stick.

Notetaking Skills (Slides)
Slides for the 'Notetaking Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 'Learning to Learn' series.
Cornell Notetaking Template
Common Abbreviations
Mind Map Template

Reading Skills

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Resources

Check out the links below to access slides from workshops, seminar recordings, and useful tools to master your reading skills

Reading Skills Slides
Slides from the Drop In and Learn Series.

'Reading Skills' (Recording)
Recording of the 'Reading Skills' talk from the Fall 2023 Learning to Learn series. In it, we discuss effective reading skills for postsecondary, how to incorporate reading into your study strategy, and some tools for capturing information from text.

Artificial Intelligence Skills

Artificial Intelligence Skills Slides
Slides from the Drop In and Learn Series.
Artificial Intelligence Skills (Slides)
The slides from the Artificial Intelligence Skills seminar from the Winter 2024 Learn to Learn series.

AI Skills (Recording)
Recording from Winter 2024 AI Skills seminar.

Online Learning Skills

Online Learning Skills (Slides)
Slides from the Winter 2023 Online Learning Skills seminar.

Apprentice Resources

Apprenticeship Exam Skills (Recording)
Don't leave your success to chance! This workshop is designed exclusively for apprentices and pre-employment students at SAIT to gain tools and tips for a successful exam experience.

Apprenticeship Exam Skills (Slides)
Slides from the Fall 2023 Apprenticeship Exam Skills seminar

How to find the exam counselling sheets for your trade (2 min)
A short video demonstrating how to find the AIT exam counselling sheets for your trade.
How to find the Red Seal exam breakdowns for your trade (2 min)
A brief description of the red seal exam breakdowns and where to find them for your trade.

Lamb Learner Success Centre - Learning Skills

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What is Learn to Learn?

Time Management Skills

Study Skills

Exam Writing Skills

Memory Skills

Notetaking Skills

Reading Skills

Artificial Intelligence Skills

Online Learning Skills

Apprentice Resources