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English 1520

Instructor:  Mutschler

Tips for Success

 

Here are some tips from students who have taken my class.  Read them carefully, and heed their advice. 

 

“NEVER MISS A CLASS!  It is vital that you attend every class… Missing a day will set you back so far…”

 

“If you are a student who has a problem with procrastination, get over it and take full advantage of the chance to email the professor.”

 

“Start each essay right after class.”

 

“Always come to class, you will miss about fifteen useful handouts.  Mrs. Mutschler grades very fair, and as long as you show her that you put effort into your work, your grade will reflect that.  Always go see the OWL tutor.”

 

“Stay attentive, follow your handouts, and really strive to do the best you can on the essays.”

 

“Always be on time.  Be prepared with all your homework.  Do your homework right after the class.  Do not leave it until the last minute.”

 

“Never EVER MISS A CLASS.  If you do, you’re going to be lost for the next couple of weeks after that.”

 

“Show up for class or you will fall behind… Attendance is important in this class.”

 

“Study the handouts; they really help.”

 

“Don’t miss any classes.  Find something that is interesting to you and write about it.”

 

“Spend more time on your final drafts and make sure they are completely revised from the rough draft.”

 

“Write good rough drafts and outlines.  It REALLY helps with the final copy.  Be as thorough as possible.”

 

“Do your homework when it is given.  Come to class and pay attention while you are in class.”

 

“Have multiple people read your drafts.”

“Do all of your work on time and don’t miss any class.”

 

“Never put anything off until the last minute.  There is no possible way to complete everything that is given to you in one night.”

 

“Keep up with the class.  Don’t wait until the night before to go through the entire writing process.  Also, take advantage of the OWL tutor.”

 

“Don’t wait until the last minute to write your paper.  Don’t be afraid to email the teacher.”

 

“Come to class on time everyday.  Ask questions.  Work had all the time, not just in class.”

 

“DO NOT PROCRASTINATE!!!”

 

“Do all your work when assigned.  Ask if you need help.  Really read your book.  Take peer editing seriously.  Don’t be absent; a lot is covered in a day!”

 

“Email your rough drafts to the professor at least once before writing the final draft.”

 

“Come to class daily.  Do your homework.  Don’t procrastinate.”

 

“Spread the work load out.  Don’t wait until the day before class to do all your homework because you won’t be able to get it done.  Use all the advice you get from your peers and the teacher about your paper.  It is really helpful to see and hear what others think about your essay.”

 

 

 

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Last Updated 9/2/08 by Joe O'Loughlin ( jaolough@oaklandcc.edu )