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Reading Critically

Even though you may be a proficient reader of novels, business briefs, or professional communications, you may not be as experienced with academic text. That's okay. Academic texts can be more challenging because of complex concepts, terminology, and structure.

READING TO UNDERSTAND

Reading to Understand lays the foundation for those more advanced academic reading skills of analysis and evaluation.

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READING TO ENGAGE AND EVALUATE

Be Analytical. Academically you must be a critical consumer of information, evaluating it to determine its credibility, objectivity, and usefulness.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF PROFESSIONAL ETIQUETTE

In this interactive module, you’ll learn the importance of practicing etiquette in a virtual environment.


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Develop Academic Habits Quiz

Test your knowledge on reading to understand, reading to engage and evaluate, and communicating professionally.

Develop Academic Habits Quiz

The Savvy Student

6 Tips for Successfully Managing Your Time

Whether you’re balancing a full course schedule and a full-time job or part-time coursework and full-time parenting duties, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed.

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The Savvy Student

Adjusting to Graduate-Level Expectations

Three members of the peer mentoring team recently completed their undergraduate coursework and chose Walden for their Master’s degrees. Here are their ti..

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Writing Support Course

Transitioning from Undergraduate to Graduate Writing is a course designed to help undergraduate students planning to pursue a graduate degree, or a student entering a graduate program who has been out of school for a while. Explore the SKIL 4000: Transitioning from Undergraduate to Graduate Writing course.

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Develop Test Taking Strategies

Learn how to prepare for a test by applying study techniques, approaching different types of tests and test questions, and reflecting on tests as a growth opportunity.  

Develop Test-Taking Strategies

The Savvy Student

Quieting the Skeptic: Overcoming Doubt with a Growth Mindset

As Walden students embark on this new chapter, they are excited to take a major step towards achieving their goals. And yet, they are often nagged by lingering dou...

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Walden Writing Center

Creating Mindful Writing Spaces

I know from experience that I cannot remain productive if I plop down with my laptop in front of the TV. I do my best work in a bright, organized space (away from dis...

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Prioritize Wellness and Self-Care

Complete a self-care assessment, identify areas for improvement, and employ strategies for prioritizing wellness and self-care.

PRIORITIZE WELLNESS AND SELF-CARE