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Dean's list : ten strategies for college success / by Bader, John B.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.1. Focus on learning, not on grades -- 2. Build a new relationship with your parents -- 3. Work the system by understanding the system -- 4. Approach the curriculum like a great feast -- 5. Understand that majors and careers are not the same thing -- 6. Don't just work hard -- work smart -- 7. Learn from diversity at home and abroad -- 8. When you are failing, understand why -- 9. Cope with failure by forgiving and rebuilding -- 10. Plan boldly for life after college."Deans at America's top institutions join John Bader to tell you what you need to know to have a rich and rewarding college experience. With wisdom, reassurance, and an insider's perspective, this lively and timely guide will help you develop strategies .. This second edition includes information on managing workloads and faculty relationships, as well as new material focused on first-generation challenges and international students."--From publishser description.
Subjects: Study skills.; College student orientation.;
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Student handbook / by Kirtland Community College;
Subjects: Kirtland Community College ; Community college students ;
© 1988., Kirtland Community College,
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Practical academic library instruction : learner-centered techniques / by Oehrli, Jo Angela,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."This book offers classroom management tips with easy-to-implement suggestions that focus on the learner"--
Subjects: Library orientation for college students.;
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Been there, should've done that : 995 tips for making the most of college / by Tyler, Suzette.;
The 'orientation' express -- Dorm details -- Roommate roulette -- Before it gets ugly -- Bummers -- Carpe diem, definitely! -- Choosing courses -- The perfect schedule -- M-mm-mmm math! -- The 'write' stuff -- Get a clue -- Just go! -- Grinding it out -- Classroom cues -- Notes on notetaking -- Test tips -- The ABC's or GPA's -- Gaining the edge -- The major dilemma -- Surviving 'the system' -- Smart moves -- $$$ -- Crime stoppers -- Partying and stuff -- To be or not to be Greek? -- Ah ha!
Subjects: College student orientation; College students; Study skills.;
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The guide to learning and study skills : for higher education and at work / by Drew, Sue.; Bingham, Rosie.;
Includes bibliographical references.This guide builds on the highly successful materials the authors have developed over the last 15 years. Alongside highly practical guidance on traditional learning skills, the book provides guidance for students on learning in a blended environment.Writing essays and dissertations -- Writing reports -- Producing portfolios and journals -- Giving a presentation, viva or being observed -- Doing a project -- Succeeding with exams (or tests) -- Finding, using and analysing information and evidence -- Plagiarism and referencing -- Making notes -- Presenting your work; making it look good -- Discussions: face-to-face and on-line (in seminars, groups, etc.) -- Working in a group or team -- Dealing with other people -- Action planning: identifying actions; making reccommendations -- Handling time and pressure -- Solving problems and making decisions -- Reflecting on your learning and experience (including feedback) -- Personal / professional development planning (PDP).
Subjects: Study skills; College student orientation;
© ©2010., Gower,
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Academic success, smart tips for serious students. [videorecording] / by Mohl, Steve.; Schweisheimer, Michael.; Wenrich, Andy.; Arnold, Deborah.; Lamm, Dave.; Raphaely, David.; Primitive World Productions (Firm); Cambridge Educational (Firm);
Executive producer, Steve Mohl, Michael Schweisheimer ; producer, Andy Wenrich ; writer/director, Deborah Arnold ; director of photography, Dave Lamm ; editor, Deborah Arnold ; graphics, Dave Lamm.Host: David Raphaely."What are values? What are goals? And how are they connected? These questions are easy to ask, but they're not so simple to answer. This three-section program combines commentary from educators and students with in-class exercise segments to explore the meaning of values and goals and illustrate how they steer and shape a person's life--in college and beyond" -- Container.DVD.
Subjects: Study skills.; Goal (Psychology); Values.; College student orientation.; Academic achievement.;
© c2009., Cambridge Educational,
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10 things employers want you to learn in college, revised : the skills you need to succeed / by Coplin, William D.;
"A straightforward guide that teaches students how to acquire marketable job skills and real-world know-how before they graduate"--Taking responsibility -- Developing physical skills -- Communicating verbally -- Communicating in writing -- Working directly with people -- Influencing people -- Gathering information -- Using quantitative tools -- Asking and answering the right questions -- Solving problems -- Moving beyond the ten skill sets -- Making smart academic choices for skill development -- Creating your own apprenticeship -- Exploring off-campus semesters -- Doing well by doing good during your college years -- Thinking about education beyond college -- Exploring career fields -- Planning your skills agenda -- Branding yourself through resumes, cover letters, and interviews -- Developing your career network -- The skills for success college planner.
Subjects: Career education; College student orientation; Career development;
© 2012., Ten Speed Press,
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Empowering students : hands-on library instruction activities / by Whitmore, Marilyn P.; Archer, Sarah Brick.;
Includes bibliographical references. Scholarly journals vs. popular magazines / Gail M. Staines -- Propaganda or scholarship : how to tell the difference. Critical thinking and the search strategy approach in an education class / Sonia Bodi -- Basic tools and unique strategies in a speech communications class / Kari J. Bero -- Examining reference sources / Gail M. Staines -- Focusing broad topics / Marilyn P. Whitmore -- Women's studies / Charlene E. Hovatter -- Broad topics : ways to focus an unmanageable topic in English composition. Student self-teaching of basic reference sources in freshman English composition. "And you are there" : having fun with historical topics*. Literary criticism on William Faulkner / Sarah Brick Archer -- "Meeting the author" : biographical and critical resources of children's literature / Mary Ellen Collins -- The library beat : how to find journalism sources in the library / Sarah Brick Archer -- Research? what exactly is it? / Gretchen McCord Hoffmann -- Evaluating resources / Dell M. Davis -- Reading citations : is this a journal article or what? / Jeff Fadell -- History topics in research writing / Marilyn P. Whitmore -- Public speaking : instruction for multiple sections of a class / Mary Strow -- Social welfare policy : teaching how to research a policy / Cathy Seitz Whitaker.System requirements: IBM PC or compatible; Windows.
Subjects: Library orientation for college students;
© 1996., Library Instruction Publications,
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College rules! : how to study, survive, and succeed in college / by Nist-Olejnik, Sherrie,1946-; Holschuh, Jodi.;
"This updated classic gives students the tools they need to successfully transition from high school to college, avoid rookie mistakes, and set themselves up for academic success from day one"--Includes bibliographical references and index.You're in the big time now -- Where to find the help you need -- A few words about professors -- Major decisions: selecting courses and a major -- Classes, work, and play : adjusting to the demands of college -- Learning 2.0: technology, college, and you -- Timely tips: the ABC(& D)s of time management -- "I think I can, I think I can" : getting and staying motivated -- Igniting the fire: discovering your inner learner -- Arrrrrrrgh!: and other ways to handle stress -- What's it all about? : understanding how you learn -- Can you believe that? -- Shhhhh- a moment of silence, please : concentrating while you study -- Your course syllabus is your friend -- What's up, doc?: understanding your prof's expectations -- Take note! -- Words! words! words! -- Active reading -- Three Rs and an M : remembering what you have read and heard -- Studying smarter -- Everything you wanted to know about research and presentations but were afraid to ask -- It's more than multiple guess : prepping for and taking objective exams -- Bluebook blues : prepping for and taking essay exams -- Is that your final answer? -- Just the FAQs : frequently asked questions.
Subjects: College student orientation; Study skills; College students;
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The library instruction cookbook / by Sittler, Ryan.; Cook, Douglas,1951-;
A collection of practical approaches to library instruction, covering library orientation, basic library skills, citing references, plagiarism, evaluating resources, developing specialized research skills, and using technology.
Subjects: Library orientation for college students; Benutzerschulung.; Student.; Bibliothek.;
© 2009., Association of College and Research Libraries,
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