SMC Learning Strategist
Support for Academic Goals and Challenges

Meghan Litteljohn, SMC’s Learning Strategist, can help you “learn how to learn” in a way that is efficient, effective and motivating. Connect with Meghan to identify your learning goals and challenges and gain practical strategies that build on your strengths.
All St. Mike’s students are able to use the learning strategy service.
What is an appointment like?
- You meet one-to-one with a learning strategist for 45 mins.
- Appointments can be either online or in-person at the John M. Kelly Library.
- We’ll start by asking you about your learning challenges and goals. We’ll then work collaboratively to find skills, strategies and resources that might support you. Often we’ll practice a new skill together and make a plan for next steps and any follow-up appointments or referrals that might be helpful.
What topics can we discuss?
Topics covered in learning strategy appointments may include:
Academic & Study Skills
- Academic resources at U of T
- Critical and effective reading
- Note-taking for lectures and readings
- Problem-solving strategies
- Studying for tests and exams
- Tackling projects and assignments
- Presentation skills
- Using technology for learning
Planning & Organization
- Goal setting
- Organizational Skills
- Planning and prioritization
Time Management & Focus
- Time and energy management
- Procrastination and perfectionism
- Attention and focus
- Managing phone and social media use
Motivation & Confidence
- Maintaining motivation
- Managing academic stress and burnout
- Building confidence in your learning process
Additional learning strategy support
UTSG also has a team of learning strategists at the Centre for Learning Strategy Support in Student Life. They run workshops, programs, offer peer support and have helpful resources and self-guided videos online at learningstrategy.utoronto.ca.