Quiz yourself while studying. This helps you to check your knowledge and feel more confident when it is time for the real exam. Go back and either watch the video or read the chapter again. If you do not understand it, do not just keep going and hope it makes sense. Going back and doing it again and again always makes it stick.

Prepare and review for every lesson, attend in person/virtual class sessions and take active notes. Analyze all returned quizzes and tests as well as any instructor feedback and develop a plan for improvement. Make use of office hours on a regular basis and ask questions of instructors or peers if needed. 

It’s completely understandable if you need to step away from the computer for a few hours or if you need to take a day to sleep-in. Taking the time to recover is necessary and you shouldn’t feel bad about it. It is important to stay healthy! Our brain can only work to its fullest if our body is well. Have regular breaks that involve exercise and fresh air and eat good food! Preparing a healthy meal or going for a run is not wasting your time. Eating well, getting plenty of sleep and taking regular breaks for 10-15 mins to stretch the arms and legs helps keep focus and avoids eye strain from computer monitors. Eat healthy and stay hydrated. 

It's important if you're struggling with a topic to be proactive and seek out help. Your professors are waiting to assist you. Also use any of the campus resources that are available. For instance, our college has an online library which offers sources for assignments. The Learning Resources is open and operating remotely if you need help with academic peer tutoring or you need your paper fixed or just have a question on formatting. If you need accommodations for a disability, you can request assistance from MDC Access