You're in the big time now -- Where to find the help you need -- A few words about professors -- Zen and the art of course selection -- Major decisions: selecting a field of study -- Classes, work, and play : adjusting to the demands of college -- Timely tips: the ABC(&D)s of time management -- "I think I can, I think I can" : getting and staying motivated -- Igniting the fire: discovering your inner learner -- Arrrrrrrgh! and other ways to handle stress -- What's it all about? : understanding how you learn -- Can you believe that? -- Shhhhh-- a moment of silence, please : concentrating while you study -- Your course syllabus is your friend -- What's up, doc? : understanding your prof's expectations -- Take note! -- Words! words! words! -- Active reading -- Three Rs and an M : remembering what you have read and heard -- Studying smarter -- Learning 2.0 : technology, college, and you -- Everything you wanted to know about research and presentations but were afraid to ask -- It's more than multiple guess : prepping for and taking objective exams -- Bluebook blues : prepping for and taking essay exams -- Is that your final answer? -- Just the FAQs : frequently asked questions.
Summary:
An updated and expanded edition of a college survival primer by two college professors shares essential advice and strategies on topics ranging from stress management and test preparation to staying motivated and balancing academics with a social life.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.