On Course Extensive coverage of study skills--reading, note taking, memorizing, and test taking--provided in the "Wise Choices in College" sections help students excel in all of their college courses.The concise length, tight focus, and emphasis on
| TITLE | : | On Course |
| AUTHOR | : | |
| RATING | : | 4.57 (380 Votes) |
| ASIN | : | 0618741569 |
| FORMAT TYPE | : | Paperback |
| NUMBER of PAGES | : | 264 Pages |
| PUBLISH DATE | : | 2007-02-21 |
| GENRE | : |
The concise length, tight focus, and emphasis on self-development are keys to this text's appeal. Written in a positive, motivational style, On Course empowers students with tools they need to take charge of their success in college and life. Downing's distinctive guided journal entries help students develop essential life skills by encouraging exploration of personal responsibility, self-motivation, interdependence, and self-esteem. Extensive coverage of study skills--reading, note taking, memorizing, and test taking--provided in the "Wise Choices in College" sections help students excel in all of their college courses.
EDITORIAL :
About the Author Skip Downing is an international consultant in the field of faculty development and student success strategies. Dr. Downing has earned degrees from Princeton University, Johns Hopkins University, the University of Santa Monica, and Carnegie Mellon University. He holds advanced degrees in both English and counseling psychology. He was professor of English at Baltimore City Community College (BCCC) for 32 years. In addition to his role as an academic instructor, Dr. Downing created and coordinated BCCC's Student Success and Learning Community Programs. These programs teach students how to apply proven success strategies to achieve their full potential in college and in life. The College Success Program resulted in a significant increase in both student academic success and retention. Dr. Downing has made numerous presentations at national conferences and conducted faculty
REVIEW :
Choosing a large oak tree, she stationed herself and her two small sons beneath it and waited. If you are in the car business - you should read this book.
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