III. 6. Help! Half of the semester is finished and I'm feeling overwhelmed about what I have to accomplish before finals. What should I do?

Take a deep breath. You can do it, but PLANNING is the key. Start by sitting down and making a course-by-course list of all the remaining assignments, tests and papers. Next to each item on your list, write down a REALISTIC amount of time you will need to complete each task. This may involve previewing the reading assignments in order to assess how much time to allot based on the complexity of the material, your familiarity of the material, and your motivation with respect to the course. Regarding papers, break down the assignment into smaller sections, which include research, organization writing, and re-writing. As for studying, be sure to allow time for study group participation; reviewing classes and outlining or re-copying of notes.

Once you have determined what has to be accomplished, set up a daily schedule grid. Cross out time which has to be spent in class and time for recreation. Again, be realistic concerning your schedule! If you sleep in on weekends, don't pencil in 2 hours at the library on Sunday morning. Now, you can take each item on your assignment list and put it on your schedule grid. Remember that it might be best to vary courses so that you don't get weary of one project, or you might work better if you attack specific projects using large chunks of time. Have confidence that you know yourself best.

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III. ODS "101"

1. If I have an LD, what kind of support does ODS offer?
2. What is the role of the LD Coordinator?
3. What additional resources are available to LD students at Barnard?
4. I know that ODS has an Early Self-Identification Policy, but shouldn't I wait until after midterms to see if I need accommodations?
5. I'm a high school guidance counselor and would like information regarding recommendations and options for students with learning disabilities and some specific insight into Barnard policies.
6. Help! Half of the semester is finished and I'm feeling overwhelmed about what I have to accomplish before finals. What should I do?
7. I've just been accepted to Barnard, and I have a learning disability.  What's the procedure for receiving accommodations for my disability?