What should freshmen pay attention to?

Learning in universities and middle schools is very different.

Compared with middle school learning, there are many differences between college learning and middle school learning, the main difference is that the learning content and learning methods have changed greatly.

Change one: more content.

In middle school, we usually only study about ten courses, and for two years, we focused on the college entrance examination subjects. The teacher mainly teaches general basic knowledge. However, there are more than 40 courses that need to be studied in four years. The courses studied each semester are different, with many contents, and the learning tasks are much heavier than those in middle schools. Freshmen and sophomores mainly study public courses and basic courses, juniors mainly study professional basic courses and some professional courses and elective courses, and seniors mainly study professional courses, carry out graduation design and do graduation thesis.

Change 2: more self-study

In middle school, teachers often take up self-study classes, which makes students very upset. This situation hardly exists in universities. Due to the relative decrease of college classroom teaching, the time for self-study has greatly increased. At the same time, universities provide students with a very good learning environment. The university has a well-collected library, a well-equipped laboratory and various extracurricular scientific research activities.

Change 3: The teacher cares less.

In terms of learning methods, in middle school, you only need to follow the teacher, and all you have to do is follow the teacher's instructions. Teachers teach students by hand, while university teachers advocate students to learn independently and arrange their extracurricular time independently, and gradually change from "asking me to learn" to "I want to learn", instead of using the tactics of asking questions and memorizing learning methods.

Change 4: the lecture speed is fast.

First, university teachers introduce many ideas and explain few details. Mainly teaching key and difficult contents, many teachers use projectors and multimedia to teach, which realizes the diversification of teaching methods and the rapid progress of teaching. A class may have to teach one chapter or several chapters. Second, there are more abstract theories and less intuitive content. Third, there are more discussions in class and fewer answers after class. Fourth, there are more reference books and less extracurricular exercises. Some teachers talk about two or three chapters in a class, and the students who attend the class don't even have time to turn over the books.

Change 5: There is no classroom.

In middle school, we have fixed classrooms, fixed seats and fixed classmates, but in college, each class has no fixed classroom for us. Sometimes, the classes of 1 2 may be studied in one classroom in this building, but there will be three or four classes in another building, and students of different majors may attend classes with them, so you have to find your own classroom when you study.

The most important task for students is to study. The university always implements the credit system (about four years 150 credits), and graduates after completing the credits. Many universities arrange more than ten classes every day, from 8 am to 8 pm. There is no lunch break, and the class time can be arranged by yourself. Generally, schools stipulate that you should take at most 40 credits and at least 20 credits each semester, but generally about 26-30 credits is enough, that is, 5-6 classes a day. Many schools choose their own teachers, so it is very important to choose a good teacher. Because of the different tightness of the teacher's marking, the exam results will be very different (very different).

The university arranges the examination time of different middle schools for almost two weeks, and only takes 1 subject every day. To tell the truth, some courses don't need much time to review (such as philosophy, Maugham, Allen, legal basis ...). Just have a look before the exam. If you pass one exam, you will pass one. Don't be too nostalgic.

Usually focus on learning some professional courses, such as English, advanced mathematics and basic courses of professional courses. Most freshmen will encounter calculus, linear algebra, microeconomics, macroeconomics and Marxist political economy, which is a bit difficult. Everyone should study hard! English is divided into intensive reading, extensive reading and listening and speaking. Intensive reading is similar to high school, focusing on grammar and vocabulary; Extensive reading means reading the original English; If you feel a little uncomfortable, you should listen to VOA more often ... and take an active part in oral English classes.

Good relationship with classmates is the basic guarantee for good grades.

The first thing in college is to know all the students in the class. Although it is difficult, because some students are introverted, you will know how useful it is when you do your written homework or hand in your exam homework (some people write their notes clearly). The second thing: it is common to skip classes in college. You have to learn how to find a reasonable reason when you play truant or skip class (not intentionally, but also some bad), but this is also a compulsory course (note; Some school teachers find that you have never been to class before when you are absent from class once. Because college life is different from high school, some classes will not be effective if you listen carefully. We should learn to arrange our own time. This is a university.

Freshman has many parties and social gatherings (AA system). It's usually a club, a hometown association. You can join at will. Those activities are actually good, which can help you learn more about college life, help you adapt and expand your circle of friends. Of course, they are also a good way to kill time. Knowing more people really helps you a lot. They can teach you a lot, help you grow better and avoid detours. Students from other places can go out for a walk while they are freshmen, because only freshmen have so much time and mood.

After entering the university, some freshmen volunteered to report blindly. After studying for a period of time, they found that they didn't like their major. Now many colleges and universities in this city have considered this problem and built a big platform. After entering the school, freshmen will not be divided into majors and take professional courses until the second year, so you have a lot of time to consider your ambitions. However, many universities generally implement credit courses, and the weekly courses are chosen by themselves, which are generally divided into professional compulsory courses, public compulsory courses and elective courses.

First, professional courses: the learning objectives should be clear.

College students with different majors have different specialized courses, but their attitude towards this specialized course should be the same: whether they like it or not, they should study hard. When studying professional courses, the learning objectives should be clear and specific, so as to continuously improve learning motivation and interest, actively overcome various learning difficulties, and achieve the combination of direct learning interest and indirect learning interest.

Second, the public course: to achieve practical value

College students' enthusiasm for public courses is generally not as good as that of professional courses. A considerable number of students hold a negative attitude, and their interest in learning mainly depends on the teaching level of teachers. If teachers give lively lectures, they are willing to listen and interested in learning. However, this kind of interest is mainly direct interest in learning, mostly at a low level, limited to listening carefully in class, taking listening as a kind of enjoyment, or a pastime in professional classes.

Freshmen should fully realize the practical value and significance of public courses, and some practical public courses (such as foreign languages) should be studied as professional courses.

Third, elective courses: put an end to "earning credits." Generally speaking, college students are more interested in elective courses and think that elective courses can broaden their horizons and broaden their knowledge. Moreover, the study requirements of elective courses are not strict, and college students are less likely to have rebellious psychology. However, the status and weight of elective courses in the minds of college students are not as good as professional courses and public courses. It is necessary to put an end to the abnormal phenomenon of taking certain courses and "failing to choose" in order to take credits.

1. University is not a middle school, so don't study by the traditional high school method. Class is just a form, and the key is self-study.

2. Freshman study is particularly important. The first semester can often determine the whole direction of your college career.

3. When you are a freshman, you should think about your goals after four years: whether to pursue further studies or employment, whether to take postgraduate entrance examinations or strive for graduate studies, and whether to go abroad to study for a master's degree or continue to study in China (students of this master's company) after graduation. These are all very important, which are related to your formulation and adjustment of the learning methods of freshmen.

Students who consider continuing their studies after four years should pay special attention: the "grade point" of each semester exam is very important. Grade point is the standard for most colleges and universities to measure students' test scores in various subjects (please know more after entering the school). The role of grade points. In the simplest sentence, "the grade point in college is everything."

5. Calculation method of semester or school year credit grade point: average grade point of semester or school year = actual test scores of all courses studied x all course credits studied/all course credits studied. (the average grade point average in the semester; Example: 85 marks for Chinese, 87 marks for arithmetic, 92 marks for English, 4 credits for each subject, (85x4+87X4+ 92X4)/ 12 credits = 88 = 3.7 = a-)

6. In recent years, some colleges and universities have adopted the "big platform" to enroll students or after the freshman exam; Students can choose their major or transfer colleges according to their hobbies, but; There is a prerequisite for choosing a major in a transfer college. In addition to quota restrictions and interview needs, the selected institutions and professional subjects also have different requirements for single-subject performance (such as failing freshman). ) and senior grades (choose a foreign language school; You have to pass 90 points in the English exam. In addition; The minor of "second major" is the same as the minor of "insurance research", and it is still inseparable from the grade point.

7. In the first semester, all majors should learn basic courses, such as advanced mathematics, line generation, English, physics, physical education, and Mao Si. , as well as freshman subjects, such as when learning is not suitable or serious; The probability of failing the mid-term exam is still very high, but the final exam is generally easier to pass, and it can be passed if it is not too outrageous, so; It is relatively difficult to get high marks.

8. If the freshman fails (at the end of the term), it means that many opportunities may be lost in the future, including transfer, major change, scholarship and postgraduate entrance examination.

9. Universities don't spend more money on learning, but pay attention to learning methods. Hard-working students may not get higher grade points. Although students who study hard will feel unfair, this is a university. You can complain, but it's hard to change anything.

10. Most colleges have different degrees of difficulty according to your major. For example, students majoring in mathematics and applied mathematics have Grade A difficulty in reading advanced mathematics, and students majoring in literature and history have Grade E difficulty in reading advanced mathematics, and so on. Key universities and non-key universities, universities of science and engineering and comprehensive universities have different learning requirements and exam questions, so you don't have to worry too much.

1 1. There are only two courses to learn well in freshman year: advanced mathematics and English. These two courses are very important, with long hours, high credits and great relevance, which have a far-reaching impact on future development. These two subjects also have a great influence on the "average grade point score". It takes time to learn and read well. Advanced calculus and English interpretation are more useful (intermediate interpretation is enough) and must not be ignored. Other subjects are not unimportant, but it is generally believed that "grinding a gun at the last minute is the Buddha's foot" will do well in the exam.

12. Freshmen (upper) schools can also take elective courses if permitted or conditional, but it is not advisable to take more courses. We should focus on adjusting and adapting to the learning style of universities. Usually several classes have classes together, but there is no concept of "class". There is a class teacher, but I may not see him several times a semester.

13. Some schools have no make-up exam system. If you fail this course, you don't have to retake the exam, but you have to retake it. Starting over is to study again with the next class of students and take the exam again until you have completed the credits. Starting over is paid, calculated by credit.

Introduction to college life

The prospective college students who got the admission notice can finally relax now. After 12 years of hard study, they finally ushered in their own college life. How to live a colorful life in a colorful university? Some college students and college counselors have drafted a "comprehensive strategy for college life" for future college students.

First, face the independent life calmly.

After going to college, the biggest change for college students is the living environment. Without the daily care of parents and elders, many things need to be handled by themselves, and real independent life has begun. On the other hand, from the "independent kingdom" of a single room to the "collective dormitory" of six people, the adaptation and running-in of this living environment and habits is really a test for students who have never lived in school.

Second, manage your own "small treasury". Although it is only a few months from taking the college entrance examination to entering the university, the living expenses of freshmen have doubled. According to the frontier students of Huangshan University majoring in tourism management in 2004, some students used to get only 10 allowance to 20 yuan every month in high school, but when they went to college, their families had to give them several thousand yuan of living expenses (one semester), which was simply a "huge sum" for them. When I first entered college, my classmates didn't have much experience in "financial management". Some of them were extravagant in the initial time, shopping, traveling and eating ... They spent almost all their money in two months, and later they had to scrimp or ask their parents for it.

In college, many students live a tight life because they can't manage money, and even have to borrow money at the end of the term. Therefore, freshmen should establish the concept of "financial management". Spend the first two or three months of school in a planned way: what expenses are necessary, what expenses are completely unnecessary and what expenses are dispensable in life. Money should be spent on the cutting edge, avoiding completely unnecessary consumption, and spending as little as possible. In particular, we should make daily consumption according to parents' economic ability and the ability of "work-study program", and we must not blindly compare.

Bian Sheng said that a more effective way for freshmen to manage their finances is to make a feasible "consumption plan" at the beginning of each month and try to implement it according to the plan. Excess money can be deposited in the bank for a rainy day.

Third, the law of work and rest.

Wang Di, a journalism student who was admitted to Xi Jiaotong University last year, said that when she first entered the university, she felt that the university was very different from the third year of high school: the third year of high school lived at two o'clock and one line, and the endless homework and books were like a tight top, while the freshman had little study pressure without the supervision of parents and teachers. This long-awaited freedom made many students feel "at a loss" at first, and life suddenly became a lot lazy.

Good living habits are an important basis to ensure the success of the university stage. In order to enrich college life, we should pay attention to this problem from the moment we enter the university, cultivate good living habits and prevent the formation of bad living habits.

First of all, work and rest on time and get into the habit of going to bed early and getting up early. Tian Jinjie, a student at Dongbei University of Finance and Economics, said that the school apartment lights out every night 1 1. Some students are energetic and used to sleeping at night. They are not sleepy at two or three in the morning. As a result, I was very tired in class the next day, and I was not interested in attending classes at all. Sometimes I just skip class and make up my sleep in the dormitory. If you do this for a long time, it will not only affect your schoolwork, but also easily cause insomnia, and it will also affect other students in the same dormitory. Students who sleep late in most cities get up late, and one of the direct effects is irregular diet. Many people get up late in the morning and go to class before breakfast. Some simply cancel breakfast, and some casually eat snacks during recess. Over time, their health will definitely be affected.

Second, insist on physical exercise. Taking part in some cultural and sports activities after study can not only relieve the rigid and tense life, but also relax the mood and help improve the learning efficiency. Listening to music, running, doing radio gymnastics, playing football, etc. Both contribute to strengthening physical fitness and improving disease resistance. This is a positive rest. There are abundant sports facilities in universities, so students should not waste them.

Third, stay away from bad lifestyles. Without supervision, some students began to relax their requirements as soon as they entered the university, and they became infected with bad life behaviors such as smoking and drinking. In fact, college is not the end of study, but a new starting point, and these bad behaviors will become a big obstacle for college students to learn.

Fourth, develop your specialty in your spare time.

Teacher Jaco, a counselor at the School of Humanities, Hebei University of Economics and Business, believes that a remarkable difference between a university campus and a middle school campus is that the extracurricular life of a university is rich and colorful. In addition to daily teaching activities, there are various lectures, seminars, academic reports, recreational activities, community activities, public relations activities and so on. These activities are really dazzling for freshmen, so freshmen often don't know how to arrange their spare time.

To arrange your spare time reasonably, you must first have a rational analysis of your recent activities. See what you want to achieve in the near future and how important various activities are to your development. Then make the best schedule, and constantly modify and develop it in the implementation plan. Freshmen should be good at using their spare time for some useful entertainment activities, such as singing, dancing and playing chess. Try to cultivate a variety of hobbies, cultivate interests and enrich life. It's best to have one or more hobbies that you are interested in and good at during college, which is not only conducive to building self-confidence, but also to enhancing social adaptability.

In addition, it is best to make a special leisure plan and make proper arrangements for some major holidays and leisure projects, so that leisure and study can be carried out in an orderly manner and the body and mind can be effectively relaxed and adjusted.