Get an inside view of what to expect in your upcoming physical & mathematical sciences classes. Arrive Ready to Study learning modules are developed with Arts & Science faculty members and include a mix of lectures and skill-building activities designed to support first-year learning. Activities include university-level lectures and academic prep material to prepare for you for Calculus I (MAT 135) and Calculus with Proofs (MAT 137), tools to develop your study skills and helpful tips from upper-year students. Modules will include practice quizzes and activities to deepen your learning.
Faculty Lead: Xiaoyue Cui (Instructor, MAT 137: Calculus with Proofs)
Student Lead: Ping (Fourth-year student, mathematical applications in economy and finance, economics, computer science)
Learning modules are available all year long in your Arrive Ready to Study Physical & Mathematical Sciences hub on Quercus.
Learning modules include:
- Understanding University Expectations for Success
- Note-Taking in University Lectures
- Effective Reading Strategies
- Critical Writing
- Effective Collaboration and Group work
- Studying & Test Preparation for Mathematics
Each module will take approximately two to five hours to complete. You can access the modules independently whenever your schedule allows, without the worry of marks or deadlines.
Complete at least three learning modules to be eligible to receive an Arrive Ready Certificate of Completion!
Preparing for University Math Program (PUMP) Modules
In addition to the Arrive Ready to Study modules that will be available to you in Quercus, you can also complete Preparing for University Math Program (PUMP) learning modules in Quercus.
For questions about Arrive Ready, contact your Arrive Ready mentor or email: arriveready@utoronto.ca.
