College Success, A Concise Practical Guide

by David L. Strickland, Carol J. Strickland

From the publisher's website: College Success: A Concise Practical Guide, by Strickland and Strickland, has helped more than 10,000 students make the transition from high school to college. This sixth edition text has been perfected over almost a decade with excellent results. It is primarily designed for a full-semester course, but can also be used effectively as part of an orientation program, or even by the individual student. With its student-friendly format and learner-centered approach, College Success captures the interest of students and keeps them engaged throughout the semester. The text is accompanied by a test bank and instructor's manual, PowerPoint slides, and online student resources including practice quizzes and flashcards.

Brief Table of Contents:

Adjusting to College: We're Not in High School Anymore!
Organizing: Plan Your Work and Then Work Your Plan
Listening and Taking Notes: Do You Hear What I Hear?
Reading: What They Never Taught You in Kindergarten!
Focus on Learning: Why Am I Really in College?
Learning Styles: How Do I Learn Best?
Writing College Papers: I Have a Paper Due!
Connecting to Resources: People, Places, and Things
Balancing College Life: Walking the Tightrope
Planning for the Future: What Courses Should I Take?

421 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2015