·       Have a positive attitude.

·       Come to class prepared (pen, pencil, paper, textbook)

·       Do all of the assignments.

·       Make sure you understand, and get help if you don’t.

·       Get to class on time and stay until the end.

·       Make a calendar of due dates.

·       Make friends with other students.

·       Get to know your instructor.

·       Sit near the front.

·       Speak up.

·       Identify your goals and needs from this class.

·       Read your syllabus cover to cover.

·       Preview your textbook.

·       Join (or create!) a study group.

·       Use the Success Center at FTCC!

·       Don’t give up!