American Personal Power Learning Experiences

A.P.P.L.E.S. is a site developed to help strengthen your study skills, note taking skills and aiming your academic focus towards a successful college undergraduate career. The website contains quite a variety of resources for students, but some of the most valuable are listed below.

Highlights from the Website:

Plan for Course Success
   Sucessful "A" Students, are not always the brightest, the most motivative or creative students, they're students Find the Bull's Eye and Aim Their Study. On this page, learn more about channeling your effort to succeed in the classroom.

Take Smart Notes
   Note taking is a skill that is perfected throughout one's college career. This is a comprehensive guide to taking notes actively during lectures. This also contains several templetes for taking notes and leaving room for later review and summary.

Ace Tests
   Aim your preparation and learn key points to successful test taking skills. This section also includes a detailed checklist to help prepare you for your next test.

On-Line Resources: Types of Writing
   There are plenty of sites available online for you to find writing samples or to improve your writing. This contains links to just a few of these sites that should prove helpful.

A Guide to Making Great Presentations
   Learn some keys to successful presentations. This is a great resource for those first college presentations that you will likely make in most of your classes.