Synopses & Reviews
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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Synopsis
KEY BENEFITS: The new second edition of this book provides new students with 13 emotional intelligence skill lessons that will help them excel in both college and in their subsequent careers.
KEY TOPICS: This student-centered supplemental text focuses of self-reflection, dialogue, research-based best practices, and emotional assessment so that readers can develop successful emotional learning skills.
MARKET: For new students and first-generation students taking courses in Student Success, Career Development, or Foundation Courses.
Synopsis
The new second edition of this book provides new students with 13 emotional intelligence skill lessons that will help them excel in both college and in their subsequent careers.
This student-centered supplemental text focuses of self-reflection, dialogue, research-based best practices, and emotional assessment so that readers can develop successful emotional learning skills.
For new students and first-generation students taking courses in Student Success, Career Development, or Foundation Courses.
Synopsis
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
Interpersonal Skills - Self-esteem
- Stress Management
Personal Leadership Skills - Comfort
- Empathy
- Decision Making
- Leadership
Interpersonal Skills - Assertion
- Anger Control
- Anxiety Management
Synopsis
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.
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.
Table of Contents
Introduction Emotional Intelligence and Your Emotional Mind
Chapter 1 Your Emotional Mind
The Emotional System
Breaking the Emotional Reactivity Habit
Healthy Learning Environments
Stress, Burnout, and Boredom
College Success Factors
High Achievement and Self-Directed Learning
Twelve Important Lessons
Chapter 2 Developing an Emotionally Healthy Mind
The Emotional Learning System
Applying the Emotional Learning System
Learning Styles
Necessary Conditions for Learning
Changing Your Emotional Mind
The Emotional Skills Assessment Process
Chapter 3 Interpersonal Skills: Assertion and Anger Management and Anxiety Management
Assertion
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 1: Assertion
Anger Management
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 2: Anger Management
Anxiety Management
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 3: Anxiety Management
When Emotions Are Negative
Chapter 4 Leadership Skills: Social Awareness, Empathy, Decision Making, and Positive Influence
Social Awareness
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 4: Social Awareness
Empathy
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 5: Empathy
Decision Making
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 6: Decision Making
Positive Influence
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 7: Positive Influence
Chapter 5 Self-Management Skills: Drive Strength, Commitment Ethic, Time Management, and Positive Change
Drive Strength
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 8: Drive Strength
Goal Checklist
Commitment Ethic
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 9: Commitment
Time Management
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 10: Time
Goal Checklist
Potential Problem Area: Change Orientation
Positive Change
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 11: Positive Change
Chapter 6: Intrapersonal Skills: Self-Esteem and Stress Management
Self-Esteem
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 12: Self-Esteeem
Stress Management
Emotional Intelligence Lesson 13: Stress
Chapter 7 Self-Renewal and Personal Excellence
Thoughts About Excellence and Self-Renewal
Personal Excellence
Systems, Principles, and Skills
Emotional Skills Profile
Personal Excellence Inventory
Continuum of Excellence
Self-Renewal
Achieving Academic and Career Excellence
Lifelong Emotional Learning
Last Word
Imagineering Activities for Renewal and Development
Appendix: Emotional Intelligence Theories