Student Success
Issued by
Pearson Accelerated Pathways
The course objective is to provide students with the information and skills they need to succeed in their studies, including setting academic goals; managing time and financial resources to meet those goals and developing an awareness of how they learn; build thinking, listening, reading, studying, note-taking, test-taking, and information literacy skills; have discussions on stress management and career development; and apply critical thinking skills to solve problems and evaluate situations.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Methods of assessment include quizzes, written papers, and examinations with a minimum passing score of 70 percent.
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This is a distance-delivered course. Methods of instruction include audio visual materials, practical exercises, discussion, learner presentations, and computer-based training. General course topics include online learning; self knowledge; SMART goals; online life balance; online collaboration and teamwork; types of online classrooms; online communication; reading; writing; studying; online critical thinking; constructive feedback; computer concerns; and online success today and tomorrow.
Standards
This course is offered in collaboration with Pearson's regionally accredited college and university partners and meets higher education accreditation requirements.