Synopses & Reviews
Brief enough to fit a busy schedule, this valuable guide offers a wealth of practical suggestions for achieving personal and academic success in college. The book begins by teaching you how to avoid common problems and pitfalls you may experience during your transition to college; then it helps you develop study strategies for your personal learning style. This book covers the skills you need on the journey of college success.
It will help you:
Overcome procrastination Minimize disruptions while you study Meet deadlines more easily Understand your learning style Develop your vocabulary Overcome test anxiety and stress Improve your memory Become your own advocate Develop better relationships with your professorseven in large classes
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Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 145-147) and index.
About the Author
Alice L. Hamachek is professor emeritus at Central Michigan University. She is an academic consultant with a private clinical practice oriented toward helping students achieve personal and academic success. She is known far her expertise in teaching students who have learning difficulties. She has received a number of awards for outstanding leadership and excellence in education.
Table of Contents
Preface.
Matriculation!
1. College.
2. Motivation.
3. Procrastination.
4. Goal Setting.
5. Organization.
6. Time Management.
7. Deadlines.
8. Learning Styles.
9. Vocabulary Enhancement.
10. Brainstorming.
11. Writing Processes.
12. Study Strategies.
13. Notetaking Skills.
14. Memory Techniques.
15. Testing Guidelines.
16. Professors.
17. Learning Difficulties.
18. Suggestions for Success.
Graduation!
References.
Index.