College Success, A Concise Practical Guide - Softcover

 
9781627518604: College Success, A Concise Practical Guide

Synopsis

From the publisher's website: College Success: A Concise Practical Guide, by Strickland and Strickland, has helped more than 10,000 students make the transition from high school to college. This sixth edition text has been perfected over almost a decade with excellent results. It is primarily designed for a full-semester course, but can also be used effectively as part of an orientation program, or even by the individual student. With its student-friendly format and learner-centered approach, College Success captures the interest of students and keeps them engaged throughout the semester. The text is accompanied by a test bank and instructor's manual, PowerPoint slides, and online student resources including practice quizzes and flashcards. Brief Table of Contents: Adjusting to College: We're Not in High School Anymore! Organizing: Plan Your Work and Then Work Your Plan Listening and Taking Notes: Do You Hear What I Hear? Reading: What They Never Taught You in Kindergarten! Focus on Learning: Why Am I Really in College? Learning Styles: How Do I Learn Best? Writing College Papers: I Have a Paper Due! Connecting to Resources: People, Places, and Things Balancing College Life: Walking the Tightrope Planning for the Future: What Courses Should I Take?

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