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TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS FYE 101
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CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER: GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY (HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
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CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
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CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
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CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME WORK FOR YOU
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CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
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CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
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CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST TAKING SKILLS
CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER: GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY (HISTORICAL
MILESTONES)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
What's In It for You
Grambling State University Historical Milestones
Grambling State University Code of Student Conduct Handbook
Alma Mater, School Colors, School Motto, Fight Song, Mascot
The Black National Anthem
CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
What’s In It for You?
Being Prepared
•
Know What the Class Is About
•
Ready to Work
The Importance of Class Attendance
•
Get There Early
•
When You Miss a Class
Classroom Etiquette
•
Tips for Being Courteous in the Classroom
Class Participation
•
Tips for Participating in the Classroom
Classroom Expectations: Yours and Your Instructor's
•
Your Expectations
•
Your Instructor's Expectations
•
The Connection Between Class and Work Expectations
CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
Adapting to the Classroom: Your Learning Style and Instructors'
Teaching Modes
•
Learning Styles
•
Tips for Making the Most of Your Preferred Learning Style
•
Your Instructor's Teaching Mode
•
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Instructor's Teaching Mode
Compensating for Learning Disorders and Difficulties
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Learning Assistance
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
•
Tips for Managing Attention Deficit Disorder
Active Learning Beyond the Classroom
•
Tips for Learning Outside the Classroom
Making a Comeback When You Need To
CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
What’s In It for You?
Thinking About Success
•
Your own visions of success
Goals and Motivation in College
•
Remember the Small Goals
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
•
Make Time for Fun
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
Boosting Your Self-Esteem to Boost College Success
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
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Creating Positive Self-Talk to Achieve Goals
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Developing Positive Self-Talk for Motivation
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Recognize Past Successes and Your Capabilities
Creating a Successful Self-image
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Concentrate on What You Do Well
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Build on Your Strengths
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Accept Your Weaknesses
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Take Credit for What You've Learned
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Picture Yourself Succeeding
CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL STUDENT (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
Finding Support and Inspiration
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Finding a Support System
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Friends and Family As Support
•
Finding Role Models
Developing Self-Discipline
•
Staying on Track
•
Making It Happen
Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making
Six Strategies for Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making
CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME WORK FOR YOU
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
What's In It for You
The Rewards of Time Management
Uncovering Your Time Wasters
• Where Does the Time Go?
Managing Your Time
• What's Important to You?
• Do the Important Tasks First
• Is It Necessary?
Scheduling
• Tips for Scheduling Study Time
• Creating the Best Schedule for You
• Weekly Schedule
• Daily Planning: The To Do List
• Scheduling Long-Term Assignments
• Long-Range Scheduling
CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME WORK FOR YOU (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
• Weekly Assignment Schedule
• Sticking to Your Schedule
• Avoiding Procrastination
• Tips for Beating Procrastination
• Tips for Saving Time
CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
What's In It for You
Learning How to Learn
Improving Your Concentration
• Eliminating External Distractions
• Tips for Creating a Good Study Environment
• Eliminating Internal Distractions
• Tips for Eliminating Internal Distractions
Improving Your Memory
• We're Born to Learn
• Six Memory Techniques
Getting More Out of Your Reading
• How to Use SQ3R, a Study-Reading Method
• How to Use PRQRT, Another Study-Reading Method
• When to Use SQ3R or PRQRT
• Reading and Studying Math
CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
(continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
• Tips for Math Success
• Tips for Conquering Math Test Anxiety
• Adopting Strategies to Put Muscle into Your Math Reading
• Reading in Science and Technical Books
• Reading Graphics
• Tips for Reading Graphs, Tables, or Illustrations
Challenging Your Own Study Traps
CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
What's In It for You
Listening Actively
• Tips for Active Listening in the Classroom
Taking Notes
• Notetaking Formats
CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST-TAKING SKILLS
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
What's In It for You
Preparing for Tests
• Getting Started
• Prepare Study Materials
• Rehearse Your Performance
• How to Predict Test Questions
• Making It a Group Effort
• Cramming—Your Last Resort
• Tips for Last Resort Cramming
• Down the Home Stretch
Taking Objective Tests
• True-False Questions
Multiple Choice Questions
• Tips for Answering Multiple Choice Questions
• Matching Questions
• Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST-TAKING SKILLS (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 101
 CHAPTER 1: DISCOVER:
GRAMBLING STATE UNIVERSITY
(HISTORICAL MILESTONES)
 CHAPTER 2: MAKING THE
CLASSROOM WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 3: BECOMING A
SUCCESSFUL STUDENT
 CHAPTER 4: MAKING TIME
WORK FOR YOU
 CHAPTER 5: IMPROVING YOUR
MEMORY AND LEARNING SKILLS
 CHAPTER 6: LISTENING ACTIVELY
AND TAKING GOOD NOTES
 CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPING TEST
TAKING SKILLS
Essay Tests
• Answering the Questions
• Tips for Answering Essay Questions
• Short Answer Questions
• Just When You Think It's Safe to Leave
• Preparing for Final Exams
• Getting Feedback
Overcoming Test Anxiety
• Be Prepared
• Positive Self-Talk
• Visualization
• Relaxation
• Tips for Combating Test Anxiety
END OF 101
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS FYE 102
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CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
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CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK CRITICALLY
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CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR BEST WORK
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CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS, AND RESPONSIBILITY
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CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR WORLD
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CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY CHOICES
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CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR YOUR CAREER
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CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
Reasons for Going to College
The Advantages of a College Education
• Improved Opportunities for Financial Security
• Obtaining the Necessary Skills for Today's Workforce
• The College Advantage
• The Personal Benefits of Going to College
• You're Part of a Diverse College Population
Getting Involved in Your College Community
• Getting Socially Involved
• Tips for Getting Socially Involved
• Getting Academically Involved
• Tips for Getting Academically Involved
• Finding the Right Balance
• Getting Off to a Good Start in Your Classes
CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Benefiting from Resources and Services
• Using Your College Catalog/Student Handbook
• Academic Requirements and Procedures
• Student Services
• Using Your Placement Office
• Working with the System
• Tips for Making the System Work for You
Getting There
Financing Your Education
• Know Where Your Money Goes
• Tips for Reducing Expenses
• Working Through School
• Coping with Credit Cards: Going Plastic
• Tips for Coping with Credit Cards
• Identity Theft: What You Should Know
• Tips for Minimizing Your Risk for Identity Theft
CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
• Financial Aid
• Student Financial Aid and Scholarship Information on the Web
Balancing School, Work, Family, and Friends
• Strategies for Work and School
• Tips for Managing Work and School
• Strategies for Family and School
• Tips for Managing Children and School
• Child Care
Communicating with Others Online Social Networking
• Security Dangers of Online Social Networking
• Personal Risks of Online Social Networking
CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK CRITICALLY
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
What Is Critical Thinking?
• The Importance of Critical Thinking to Your Professional and Personal Life
What Qualities Do Critical Thinkers Possess?
The Process and Tools for Critical Thinking
• Tools for Critical Thinking
• Basic Guidelines for Critical Thinking
Developing Critical Reading Skills
• Questioning: The Tool of Critical Reading
• Ten Critical Thinking Questions to Probe Your Reading
Critical Thinking: You and the Media
• Tips for Thinking Critically About the Media
CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR BEST WORK
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
The Basic Steps to Effective Writing
• Step 1: Choosing a Topic for a Writing Assignment
• Step 2: Prewriting
• Step 3: Organizing
• Step 4: Writing a Rough Draft
• Step 5: Revising
Writing and Computers
• Tips for Writing with Computers
The Research Paper
• Know the Ropes
• Choose a Topic
• Gather Information
CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR BEST WORK (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
• Select Information from Your Resources
• Construct an Outline
• Write Rough Draft(s)
• Revise and Polish
• Writing for Work
• Writing Memos
• Writing Business Letters
• Writing Reports
Making Presentations
• Tips for Preparing a Presentation
• Tips for Making Presentations
CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS, AND RESPONSIBILITY
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
Leadership
• Theories of Leadership
Role of the Leader
Sources of Power
Types of Leaders
Leading Successfully
• Tips for Developing Leadership Skills
Ethics and Responsibility
• Ethics
Ethical Principles
Choices and Challenges
Academic Integrity
Rights, Responsibilities and Bill of Rights
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
QUALITIES OF A GOOD LEADER
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Compassionate
Competent
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Disciplined
Effective
Efficient
Empathetic
Engaged
Ethical
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Responsible
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TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND BILL OF RIGHTS
Student Responsibilities
Student Bill of Rights!
 You have the responsibility to take
control of your own learning
process.
 You have the responsibility to
develop skills for learning, testtaking, and problem-solving.
 You have the responsibility to think
and act positively.
 You have the responsibility to ask
questions when you don't
understand something
 You have the responsibility to
attend classes.
 You have the responsibility to
participate actively in class.
 You have the responsibility to
complete assignments.
 You have the responsibility to help
others when asked.
 You have the responsibility not to
have a negative impact on other
students or the instructor.
 You have the right to an education.
 You have the right to take control
of your learning process.
 You have the right to be treated as
an adult.
 You have the right to define
success in your own terms.
 You have the right to feel good
about yourself regardless of your
abilities.
 You have the right to ask
questions.
 You have the right to be treated
fairly.
 You have the right to need extra
help.
 You have the right to say you don't
understand.
 You have the right not to be put
down.
 You have the right to evaluate your
instructors.
CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR WORLD
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
Taking Advantage of Our Diverse World
Avoiding Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination
• Prejudice and Discrimination
• Relating to Students with Diverse Backgrounds
• Tips for Eliminating Prejudice and Discrimination and Improving
Relationships
Communicating
Reflective Listening
• Paraphrasing
Reading Body Language
• Tips for Reading Body Language
Being Assertive
• Qualities of an Assertive Communicator
• Tips for Assertive Communication
• Other Communication Styles
CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR WORLD (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Dealing with Sexual Harassment
Protecting Yourself from Crime
• Being Active in Your Personal Safety
• Safety Where You Live
• Tips for Phone Safety
• Safety in Other Buildings
• Safety on Foot
• Safety on the Road
• Tips for Car Safety
• Safety on Public Transportation
• If You're the Victim of Crime
Understanding Rape and Date Rape
• If You're a Victim of Rape
• Keeping Yourself Safe from Rape
• Tips for Avoiding Date Rape
CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY CHOICES
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
Managing Stress
• Kinds of Stress
• Stress Management Strategies
• Tips for Coping with Stress
Healthy Eating
• Tips for Balanced Eating
• The USDA Dietary Guidelines
• Managing Your Weight
• Tips for Controlling Your Weight
• Eating Disorders
The Benefits of Exercise
• Developing a Personal Exercise Program
• Tips for Strength Building
• Tips for Sticking to Your Exercise Program
CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY CHOICES (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Considering the Risks and Options of Sex
• Sexual Relationships
• Birth Control
• Preventing Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Understanding Substance Abuse
• Alcohol
• Tips for Responsible Drinking
• Smoking
• Tips for Quitting Smoking—Kick It Before It Kicks You
• Other Drugs
CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR YOUR CAREER
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
Know Yourself
Assessing Your Workplace Values
Assessing Your Interests
Assessing Your Occupational Personality Type
Assessing Your Skills
Investigating Career Options
• Informational Interviews
• Tips for Conducting Informational Interviews Job Search Strategies
Job Searching via the Web
• Using Your College Career Services Office
• Networking as Part of Your Job Search
• Tips for Successful Networking via Social Media
• Tips for Successful Job Search Networking—In Person
CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR YOUR CAREER (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Using Your Portfolio to Market Yourself for the Job Your Resume
• Tips for Writing an Effective Resume
• Thinking Outside the Box Marketing
• Major Components of a Resume
• How to Create a Scannable Resume
Cover Letters
• Tips for Writing Effective Cover Letters
Job Applications
• Tips for Completing Job Applications
Job Interviews
• At the Interview
• Common Interview Questions
• Tips on Preparing for a Job Interview
• Interview Follow Up—Thank You
CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
What's In It for You
Information Boom to Information Overload
Should I Buy a New Computer or Upgrade?
• Tips for Upgrading or Purchasing a New Computer
Internet Basics
The Way of the Web
Searching and Researching via the Web
• Web Directories
• Search Engines
• Metasearch Engines
• Tips for Searching the Web
Using the Web for Class Research
• Tips for Evaluating Information on the Web
• Style for Citing Online Information
CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (continuation)
TOOLS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS 102
 CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR
SUCCESS IN COLLEGE
 CHAPTER 2: LEARNING TO THINK
CRITICALLY
 CHAPTER 3: PRESENTING YOUR
BEST WORK
 CHAPTER 4: LEADERSHIP, ETHICS,
AND RESPONSIBILITY
 CHAPTER 5: SHARING YOUR
WORLD
 CHAPTER 6: MAKING HEALTHY
CHOICES
 CHAPTER 7: PLANNING FOR
YOUR CAREER
 CHAPTER 8: INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
Email Practices and Etiquette for College, Career, and Life
Tips for Email Etiquette and Other Considerations
Keeping Up with Technology to Keep Up with the Changing Workplace
Safety and Security Tips for You and Your Computer
END OF 102