WSU 101: College-Level Academic Success is an online badge course designed to help high school students prepare for college and begin working on college skills for the classroom including writing, time management, study skills and becoming an online learner. Participation and success in this course depends on the ability to successfully manage time and priorities. All activities and assignments in this class will be completed and submitted online through Blackboard and will consist of reflection papers, written assignments, discussion boards and quizzes. Each student is expected to take responsibility for their own learning, so students will need to contact the instructor if they have a question about the class or an assignment.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this badge, students will be able to

• Practice time management skills.
• Understand basic concepts of critical thinking.
• Work on listening, note taking, reading and test taking skills.
• Demonstrate how to use WSU’s learning management system, Blackboard.
• Develop effective online learning skills and a positive digital identity.