Synopses & Reviews
Going to college can be both exciting and nerve-racking, especially for adults enrolling for the first time or after an extended absence. This book shows adults how to succeed academically while balancing family, work, and other important responsibilities. Students learn how to confront their fears, increase their self-confidence, and create support groups. Also included is important information on financing an education through loans, grants, and scholarships, as well as practical tips for managing time, preparing for tests, writing term papers, influencing instructors, and using Internet resources.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. [149]-153) and index.
About the Author
Al Siebert, Ph.D., is the director of the Resiliency Center and author of The Survivor Personality and Student Success. Mary B. Karr, M.S., started college when the youngest of her four children started high school. She teaches a college success seminar for re-entry students and created and teaches two communication courses on the Internet for Marylhurst University. They both live in Portland, Oregon.
Table of Contents
Lots of help is available -- Fears and concerns : how to confront and overcome them -- How to choose your program, get financial help, and become oriented -- How to succeed in college -- Online learning -- The best way to study -- How to get high grades on tests -- How to write excellent papers -- Learning styles and teaching styles : how to influence instructors -- How to gain support and encouragement from your family -- How to balance going to college with working -- How to handle pressure well -- Resiliency in a world of non-stop change.