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Beginning the Academic Journey Orientation Course

Beginning the Academic Journey (BAJ) course is taken the first semester on campus, featuring interactive classes, that meet once a week and provide critical thinking skills to help students succeed. First year students will build connections with the university community through inquiry, participation, and problem solving; investigation of disciplines; and identification of campus and community resources for academic success and personal development.

As a UT faculty or staff member teaching this class, you have a key role on helping our first year students succeed. At this site you will find the lesson plans and resources to assist you in teaching your Beginning the Academic Journey class. Thank you!

Beginning the Academic Journey Suggested Course Outline

Course Topics

Beginnings: Introduction & Course Overview
Time Management
Learning Styles
Campus Resources 1
Reading and Note Taking
Campus Resources 2
Tests Taking
College Specific
Career
Campus Resources 3
University Functions
Diversity
Advising
First Read
Health and Wellness
Reflecting on the Journey: Course Review and Wrap Up

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