Keys to Effective Learning : Developing Powerful Habits of Mind

by Carol Carter, Joyce Bishop, Judy Block

This book focuses on developing effective learning techniques to help readers excel in school, in their careers, and throughout their lives as lifelong learners. Unlike traditional study skills books, this one emphasizes how people learn effectively by involving them in the active process of mastering their mental abilities and their personal confidence. The authors outline getting ready to learn through self-awareness, goal setting and time management, as well as, critical and creative thinking, targeting success in school through reading and studying, listening and memory, taking notes and test taking, quantitative learning, researching and writing, gathering and communicating ideas, as well as, creating life success. For individuals interested in effective learning techniques.

Genres: Self Help, Psychology

464 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2004

Reviews

[Robin]

Excellent first-year college resource, esp for those with undeveloped study skills or little formal academic experience. Uses Myers-Briggs and Multiple Intelligences theory to help students identify and manage their particular learning style while meeting academic demands.

[Jennie]

My copy was pretty beaten up from the library but worked none the less. Had a few modern quotes from artist Bono and Eleanor Rosevelt paired with photos. Lots of colour and charts for studying. Great chapter for math work. Early high school to early college readers would find this helpful.