Emotional Intelligence: Achieving Academic and Career Excellence in College and in Life - Softcover

Nelson, Darwin; Low, Gary

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0135022991 ISBN 13: 9780135022993

Publisher: Pearson, 2010

Synopsis

For courses in: College Success, Psychology of Success, Learning Frameworks, Intro/Foundation courses in any discipline, Teacher education, Counseling, Adult education, Leadership.

 

Research-derived best practices of emotional intelligence are taught through experienced-based learning.

 

The second edition of this supplemental text continues to provide students with the tools to cultivate emotionally intelligent behavior for success both inside and outside of the classroom. Through 13 in-depth emotional intelligence skill lessons, new students and first generation students will be guided along practical pathways to student learning and leadership with the aide of caring research-derived advice, helpful illustrations, and experience-based learning opportunities that will help them grow confidence and excel in all aspects of their lives.

 

Engaging, positive, and learner-centered, the new edition of Emotional Intelligence includes theory-based information on why emotional learning works, real-life examples of emotional intelligence in the classroom, and new findings regarding the importance of meaningful personal learning and leading in the classroom.

 

The Institute for Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a self sustaining education initiative whose mission is to promote and facilitate the exchange of application, best practices, and the latest research connected with the education and learning school model of transformative emotional intelligence. The 13th Annual Institute for Emotional Intelligence will convene in beautiful Corpus Christi, Texas, April 18-22, 2016, at the Emerald Beach Hotel. Mark your calendars and learn more about this professional development opportunity at  http://www.regonline.com/2016_EI_Institute 

 

TECHNOLOGY OFFERING: MyStudentSuccessLab is available with this book upon request. It is an online solution designed to help students ‘Start strong, Finish stronger’ by building skills for ongoing personal and professional development.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Emotional Intelligence is a self-directional learning program to help you identify, learn, and practice emotional skills. Dynamic, engaging, and research-based, this book provides an education model for lifelong experiential learning including these skills:

Self-Management Skills

• Drive Strength
• Time Management
• Commitment Ethic
• Positive Change

Intrapersonal Skills

• Self-esteem
• Stress Management

Personal Leadership Skills

• Comfort
• Empathy
• Decision Making
• Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

• Assertion
• Anger Control
• Anxiety Management

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The Institute for Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a self-sustaining education initiative whose mission is to promote and facilitate the exchange of applications, best practices, and the latest research connected with the education-based theory of EI. The 9th Annual 2012 Institute for Emotional Intelligence conference will convene on the Riverwalk in beautiful San Antonio, Texas, February 20-25, 2012.  Mark your calendars and learn more about this professional development opportunity at http://www.regonline.com/2012_EI_Institute

 

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About the Author:

Darwin Nelson, Ph.D., is a Consulting Psychologist and Diplomate, American Psychotherapy Association, Patron and Life Member, Forumn for Emotional Intelligence Learning (FEIL) in India, and Principal, Emotional Intelligence Learning Systems, Inc.  He is cofounder of the Emotional Intelligence Training and Research Institute (EITRI) and has held tenured professorships in Psychology and Education, Texas A&M University-Kingsville.  He has taught at every level from secondary to doctoral.

 

Gary Low, Ph.D., is Professor Emeritus of Education, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, a Consulting Psychologist, Patron and Life Member, Forum for EI Learning (FEIL) in India, and Principal, Emotional Intelligence Learning Systems, Inc.  He is cofounder of the Emotional Intelligence Training and Research Institute (EITRI).  He has served as professor, department chair, director of major programs, and dean at Texas A&M-Kingsville.  He has developed and taught EI courses for first-generation college students, graduate, and doctoral students.

 

Friends since first grade and working together since 1977, Darwin Nelson and Gary Low have created, researched, and developed the education, transformative theory and model of emotional intelligence and the Emotional Learning System.  Together and individually, they have authored books, articles, and positive assessment instruments used worldwide in education, training, and teaching.  Now, spanning four decades, they work collaboratively with educators, organizations, and colleges in designing and implementing EI curricula, programs, and resources to build healthy students, people, organizations, and communities.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0135022991
• ISBN 13: 9780135022993
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 240