Introduction to College Overview

What you’ll learn to do: describe college basics like different class types, course and college policies, and student resources

two women, one wearing a hijab scarf, holding notebooks and laughing.

One’s philosophy is not best expressed in words; it is expressed in the choices one makes . . . and the choices we make are ultimately our responsibility.

–Eleanor Roosevelt, politician and activist

By the end of this section, you will be able to identify differences in class delivery and compare strategies for success in each type. You’ll also identify differences in types of classes within your degree plan, such as electives and core requirements. In addition, you’ll explain how to access individual course policies and college-wide policies as well as how to identify major college resources and how to use them when needed.

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