Microlessons

Rising Scholars' Microlessons are short and valuable lessons to help students be successful throughout the semester. During the weekly Rising Scholars Program individual meetings, mentors and scholars visit about goals, resources and lessons together. Along with the weekly connection, resource sharing, and academic accountability shared during weekly mentoring meetings, the Rising Scholars Microlessons are a great way to grow your skills and confidence as a successful student at NDSU. Take a look through the lessons below. If you haven't joined Rising Scholars yet, reach out to us any time to get started.

Microlessons

Academics
Syllabus tips and tricks – how to read and use a syllabus
How to stand out as a student
Note taking and reading a text book – how to take and organize stellar notes for your classes
Asking questions in class
Office hours – make the most out of your professors’ office hours
Academic research and paper writing
End of the semester resources and tips
Registration preparation
How to email your professor (sending a professional email)
Exams
Preparing for college exams
Preparing for online college exams
Tips for answering different types of exam questions
Preparing for finals
Finance
Money management
Credit vs. debit cards and the importance of a personal budget
What is an overdraft
Grades
Grade calculation worksheet
GPA calculation worksheet
Time Management
Time management – different ways to manage your time for success
24/7 planner worksheet – time block your week for effective time use
Wellbeing
Motivation
Prioritization
Stress management and self-care
Self-advocacy and assertiveness
Strengths identification – develop your strengths for success
Recognizing burnout
Campus involvement options without weekly meetings
Student resources – academic, personal, and wellbeing resources on campus & community
Coming back after illness
Misc.
How to ride the bus
Transportation ideas