Student Success Statement by B.C. Forbes

Student Success Statement

"Honesty is the cornerstone of character. The honest man or woman seeks not merely to avoid criminal or legal acts, but to be scrupulously fair, upright, fearless in both action and expression. Honesty pays dividends both in dollars and in peace of mind."

B.C. Forbes

Reflection:

This statement  teaches us a lot about honesty, because honesty is a key to being successful in life. A person who is honest will always tell the truth and never lie to their family, friends, and neighbors. An honest person will always be loyal. A person who always lies and never tells the truth is not an honest person, and that person will never go far in life. An honest person will get a lot of doors opened for them to live a successful life.

Honesty: 9 of 10

Honesty

9 of 10

Honesty is always the best policy. Employers need to know that they can trust you with everything from company credit cards to trade secrets. How can you work at honesty? You demonstrate integrity every day that you do your own homework and resist the temptation to cheat on exams.

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What is honesty?

        ·       Honesty is telling the truth.

        ·       Honesty is straightforward conduct.

        ·       Honesty is being sincere, truthful, trustworthy, honorable, fair, genuine, and loyal with integrity.

You are being honest when you…

        ·       Do your own homework

        ·       Tell a friend the truth

        ·       Explain the real reason you didn't turn in your homework

        ·       Keep your eyes on your own paper

        ·       Clean up your room after making a promise

        ·       Give the cashier the extra money she gave you by mistake

        ·       Write a report in your own words instead of copying

        ·       Admit you made the mistake

        ·       Keep a friend’s secret

        ·       Turn in a wallet full of money that you found

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Student Success Statement by Phil Jackson

Student Success Statement

"Stop worrying about whether you're going to win or lose and focus you full attention on what's happening right this moment."

Phil Jackson

11 World Championships-Player

2 World Championships-Player

2 High School Championships-Player

Reflection:

I think this is a great statement because if you don't pay attention to what you are doing, then you might not know what to do. For example, if you are playing a basketball game and all you keep thinking about is winning or losing, you won't be focused on the game, which could cause you to lose. Always pay attention to what you are doing, because if you do, you could end up a winner.

Time Management: 8 of 10

Time Management

8 of 10

Master the moments and you may be a real pro when it comes to juggling the many demands on your time – classes, homework and activities – with some family help. College gives you an even bigger chance to sharpen your time management skills by doing it all on your own. And that’s a good thing since most jobs require multitasking. You might need to take care of current clients while attracting new ones, respond to e-mails while working on a major presentation, or order tomorrow’s produce while planning next week’s menu.

Someone said, “Wherever you are, be there.” Focus on the present moment and give it all your attention. Don’t let your mind drift and wander here and there when you need to be thinking and concentrating on the moment at hand. You can’t go back and recapture this moment, so make the most of it while it NOW. Master the present and you will master the future. Work smart by mastering the present now.

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Student Success Statement by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Student Success Statement

"Truth is the only safe ground to stand upon."

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Reflection:

What this statement is trying to state is that telling the truth is always the right thing to do. For example, if you saw someone do something wrong, and they tell you top lie about it, and the teachers ask you what happened, don't lie. If you lie, you are just becoming part of the problem, but if you tell the truth, people will trust you. People don't trust liars, only honest people.

Attention to Detail: 7 of 10

Attention to Detail

7 of 10

When you double-check your calculations for a math problem or cite sources carefully in a research paper, you’re paying close attention to detail. That skill comes in handy in any workplace, whether you maintain a database, keep a log of the hours you spend with clients or write e-mails.

John Wooden, UCLA’s former great basketball coach who lead his teams to ten consecutive national championships, was asked what he attributed his success to. Among a number of things, he mentioned that paying attention to details was one of the most important qualities for successful coaching and for high achievement in any worthwhile pursuit. He even paid attention to how his players would lace up and tie their shoe strings. If they didn't tie them correctly, he would teach them how.

Details may be small things, but from small things come great things; therefore, pay attention to details and you will experience substantial progress in your overall educational attainment.

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Student Success Statement by Claudius

Student Success Statement 

"Everyone is the architect of their own learning." 

Claudius

Reflection:

What this statement is trying to say is that everyone has a different unique style of learning. That person just has to find their way of learning. For example, if you doing a problem and you can't understand the way the teacher is teaching, try to find a different way to learn what the teacher is trying to say. For example, you could draw pictures and imagine the problem in a situation. Learning in a different way can help you achieve great success.

Cool Under Pressure: 6 of 10

Cool Under Pressure

6 of 10

Very few students enjoy taking tests. Yet functioning well under pressure is crucial to your future success. Try thinking of the pressure of testing as practice for the work’s own explosive situations. You could someday find yourself meeting tight deadlines, speaking with irate customers, wielding a scalpel or handling dangerous chemicals.

The best way to curtail pressure and to even eliminate it is to prepare. Applying the motto “Be Prepared” holds true first time and every time. Prepare for that test, and you won’t worry about it. In fact, it will be your chance to shine, to reveal the hard work you have put into preparing for the test. You will be rewarded for the effort you have thrust into your studies. Preparation helps you maintain your cool under pressure. Preparation generates energy and enthusiasm; therefore, prepare and your coolness under pressure is sure to abound.

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Student Success Statement by Peter F. Drucker

Student Success Statement

"Start with what is right rather than what is acceptable."

Peter F. Drucker

Reflection:

When you do something that is right, you start to realize it is way different than something acceptable. For example, if you have a homework assignment, and it asks to do at least half of the work to get a good score, that is acceptable. But if you do the whole assignment instead of doing part of it, that is the right thing to do, because you are doing the right thing and not quitting after going half-way through the assignment. Doing what is right is better than doing what is acceptable.

Initiative: 5 of 10

Initiative

5 of 10

Initiative is creativity, inventiveness, originality, ingenuity, imagination. Every time you respond in class, every time you choose your own research topic, every time you put together your own interpretation of a piece of literature, you take initiative. And future employers value can-do professionals who come up with new ideas and chart their own course through projects, employees who are self-reliant. Self-reliant are self-starters who don’t procrastinate on getting the job done. They know what is required to do and do it. They don’t wait to be told many times. Succeeding in high school, college, and in the career world is taking the initiative.

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Student Success Statement by Orison Swetts Marden

Student Success Statement

"To be great--concentrate."

Orison Swett Marden

Reflection:

In order to have a bright future, one must concentrate on what their future will be about. For example, if you have a goal you want to accomplish, and you keep forgetting about it, then you are not concentrating on that goal. Concentration helps a lot because that is what keeps us on that path to success and concentration helps us choose the right and become better people.

Problem-Solving Skills: 4 of 10

Problem-Solving Skills

4 of 10

Problem solving goes far beyond your math textbook. Every assignment is an opportunity to weigh all possible solutions carefully and choose the one you think is best. As a working professional, you’ll be solving problems regularly, whether it’s fixing a bug in a computer program or overcoming budget shortfalls. Problem solving situations occur extensively and frequently; therefore, be ready when they come.

When problem or challenges occur, some people look at them at negative experiences, as a crisis. These people are the ones who live day by day with gloom and negativism in their attitudes. But the really successful people, those who are cheerful and optimistic, are those who look at problems as opportunities, opportunities to learn, grow, expand their horizons, and make new discoveries. They look on the bright side of things and live happy lives.

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America vs.Cruz Azul

In a tough soccer game, Cruz Azul defeated America 1-0 in the 1st of 2 games in the finals of the Liga MX. The hero was Christian Gimenez, who scored a very impressive goal in the 20th minute of the match.

Half-chances on long shots were all either side produced until 'Chaco' Cristian Gimenez scored the game's only goal in uncharacteristic fashion in the 20th minute. Instead of taking his side's corner kick, he put himself into the center of the box, and it paid off. He wasn't tracked by America and got up to direct a header past Moises Muñoz.

While the first half was very even, the second half was completely dominated by Club America. Gerardo Torrado was overrun by Jesus Molina and Juan Carlos Medina, and his forwards did him no favors by giving the ball away constantly.

America's best chances came in the 53rd minute, when they forced Jesus Corona into back-to-back saves. His first, from open play on a header by 'Chucho' Cristian Benitez, was a spectacular reaction save that set up a corner. Aquivaldo Mosquera met that corner with a header, but could only put his shot into the arms of Corona. The Cruz Azul keeper came up big again in the 56th minute, stopping a 25-yard volley from Medina.

Mosquera was lucky to avoid a sending off in the 60th minute. He delivered a light -- but obviously deliberate -- headbutt to Gimenez which the referee didn't see clearly. Chaco went down easily to sell it, but there was no question that the headbutt constituted violent conduct. Mosquera only saw a yellow card for his part in the incident.

Javier Orozco had Cruz Azul's only real chance of the second half in the 68th minute, when Chaco played him in on goal with a quick free kick. Catching America's defense off guard, he chipped a long ball towards Orozco who went around 'Maza' Francisco Rodriguez, but pushed his finish wide of the far post.

In the end, Cruz Azul held on to win the game 1-0, giving Cruz Azul the upper advantage heading to Estadio Azteca this Sunday for the return game.

Student Success Statement by ANON

Student Success Statement

"Education is a marathon--not a sprint"

ANON

Reflection:

When we are trying to accomplish something, it's like a marathon because we want to finish it, but it's not a sprint because we don't want to finish something way too fast. If we try to do something fast, for example, like homework, we could make mistakes, but if we take our time, we could get it right. Taking time in things can help us not make any mistakes.

Teamwork Skills: 3 of 10

Teamwork Skills

3 of 10

Every time your class breaks into groups to tackle a challenge, you build teamwork skills. In college, you’ll continue to have these opportunities to practice voicing your opinions, listening and responding to others, and reaching compromises. By the time you leave college, you can be an expert in this important workplace skill.

Together

Everyone

Achieves

More

Individually you can achieve so much, but when you work with others for a common cause, the same objectives, you can accomplish a tremendous amount more. You synergize your talents, knowledge, and skills with those whom you work. All members of the team are edified together, a type of education you can’t obtain by working alone.

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Speaking Skills: 2 of 10

Speaking Skills

2 of 10

When you’re assigned a class presentation, think twice before dismissing it as an unimportant part of your education. Employers look for skills in job applicants, who may have to give presentations to clients or represent their organization on the field. It’s never too soon to practice good eye contact and other public speaking techniques.

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According to the book of lists, the fear of public speaking ranks number on in the minds of the majority of people. Far above the fear of death and disease, comes the fear of standing in front of a crowd. Joel Weiner noted author and public speaker wants to help people overcome that fear.

“The biggest fear is public speaking, with 15 percent of American experiencing a dramatic fear of it,” said Dr. Michael Telch of the Laboratory for the Study of Anxiety Disorder (LSAD) in the Department of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. “People have had to turn down jobs, and certainly students have dropped classes because of it.”

 Regardless of your occupation, your success depends a great deal upon your ability to communicate effectively! Whether you’re running a meeting, selling a product, making a presentation, motivating co-workers or just communicating one-on-one with others, you’ll get far better results if you can speak persuasively, smoothly and intelligently.

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Student Success Statement by Muhammad Ali

Student Success Statement

"The man who has no imagination has no wings"

Muhammad Ali

Reflection:

This statement is wonderful because everyone needs a little bit of imagination so they can take that vision to a whole new level. Those who imagine big will get big because they will never give up on their imagination. Those who do not have an imagination will not fly and fall. Those with an imagination will always soar high.

                                        

Student Success Statement by Calvin Coolidge

Student Success Statement

"Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. the slogan 'Press On' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race."

-Calvin Coolidge, 30th president of the United States 

Reflection:

i think this is a wonderful statement because it shows that nothing in the world can make us better people except being determined. When someone is determined and they show that determination by not cheating, they are good people because they are doing things right. Being persistent is the right thing to be because it makes us better people. If we want to show the world that we are good people, start small and then go big.

Writing Skills: 1 of 10

Writing Skills

1 of 10

Communication is at the top of the list of skills that employers look for. And communication in the workplace often means writing.

Health professionals keep patient charts, researchers depend on the money they collect by writing grant applications, software engineers write technical specifications, and nearly everyone writes e-mail to people inside and outside their organization. And before you even get the chance to interview for a job, you’ll need to present yourself in cover letters and résumés.

So, by taking writing serious and doing your best on every research paper, every lab report you write, every new post you write in your blog site, and every writing activity you engage in, you’re preparing yourself for a good career.

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Student Success Statement by Herbert Kaufman

Student Success Statement

"Failure is only postponed success as long as courage coaches ambition. The habit of persistence is the habit of victory."

Herbert Kaufman

Reflection:

If you you want to be successful, you have to have courage. Without courage, you will never be successful, you will only be a failure. Courage is what keeps us reaching our dreams and never giving up on them. Being a failure isn't something to be happy about, because failure will lead you nowhere. But courage will lead you to success.

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Ten Ways College Prepares You for Career Success

Ten Ways College Prepares You for Career Success

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Getting a college education doesn't mean just absorbing facts and figures. It means building the skills and qualities you need to learn, think and create on your own – making you attractive to employers. You've already started learning these skills in high school, but college helps you fully develop them.

The 10 Key Qualities

1. Writing Skills

2. Speaking Skills

3. Teamwork Skills

4. Problem-Solving Skills

5. Initiative

6. Cool under Pressure

7. Attention to Detail

8. Time Management

9. Honesty

10. Love of Learning

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Academic honesty from Shayne Train

Student Success Statement by Confucius

Student Success Statement

"To see what is right and not do it is want of courage."

Confucius

Reflection:

If you know what is the right thing and not do it, then you do not have courage. For example, if you are going to win a game and you know that you are going to win without cheating but then you cheat, then you have made yourself a bad person because you knew what was the right thing to do in that situation and you didn't do it. Now, you will carry that guilt with you for a long time. If we do the right thing, then we will not have any guilt and we will always be happy people.

Exam Day: Survival Tips; Test-Taking: Part 3

Exam Day: Survival Tips

Test-Taking

Part 3

Identify key words.

This helps you focus on the main idea of challenging questions.

Rephrase difficult questions.

To understand questions better, rewrite them in your own words. Be careful not to change the meaning.

Organize your thoughts before you write.

Take time to organize your responses to short-answers and essay questions. You’ll reduce the time you need to revise.

Write neatly.

Be sure you don’t lose points on answers the teacher can’t read.

Use all the time you’re given.

If you finish early, don’t leave. Use the extra time to proofread and review your answers.

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Student Success Statement by Matt Biondi

Student Success Statement

"Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement."

Matt Biondi

Reflection:

If we want to change our ways and not fail anymore, we must be persistent about what we are doing. For example, if we want to make the football team, we must work hard and not give up on ourselves, that way we could make the team. If we give up, we won't become champions, instead, we will become a failure. Be persistent and never give up on your dreams and goals.

Exam Day: Survival Tips, Test-Taking: Part 2

Exam Day: Survival Tips

Test-Taking

Part 2

During the Test

Read the directions.

It’s important that you follow the instructions exactly. For example, some questions may have more than one correct answer.

Answer easy questions first.

Doing this can jog your memory about useful facts. You may also come across information that can help you with other questions.

Answer every question.

Unless there is a penalty for wrong answers, try to answer every question; you may be able to get partial credit for those you begin but don’t complete correctly.

Ask questions.

If a question isn't clear, talk to your teacher. If that’s not possible, explain your answer in the margin.

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Student Success Statement by ANON

Student Success Statement

"Improve your performance by improving your attitude."

ANON

Reflection:

If you want to be better at something, you have to improve you attitude so you can see that goal in a different matter. For example, if you want to be on the basketball team, you have to change the way you see the sport. Don't get mad when you make a mistake, just learn from that mistake. That way, we can all accomplish something in our life.

Exam Days: Survival Tips; Test-Taking: Part 1

Exam Day: Survival Tips

Test-Taking

Part 1

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Essential Test-Taking Advice

Try out these strategies while you’re still in high school, and by the time you get to college, you’ll be a test-taking expert.

Before the Test

Eat well.

Studies show that you need good nutrition to concentrate and perform your best.

Bring the right supplies.

Bring your pencils, erasers, pens, rulers, compasses, calculators or whatever else you need on test day.

Review the whole test before you start.

See how many sections and what type of questions are on the test. Determine how much time to allow for completing each section.

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Student Success Statement by ANON

Student Success Statement

"Gold medals don't make champions...hard work does."

ANON

Reflection:

In order to become a champion, you have to work really hard. Just because someone wins a trophy doesn't mean that this trophy made them champions, instead, working hard made them champions because they had a dream to follow, and they never gave up on that dream. Now, they get to be called champions because of their hard work.

Online Learning: Part 1

Online Learning

Part 1

Read Between the Lines

Make a judgment about the site’s reliability based on your own analysis of the site and the information it contains. Here are some ways to do this:

        ·       Look for facts you know or can check with a trusted source. If the site gets those facts right, it’s more likely that the other facts on the site are also accurate.

        ·       Study the language used, Is it angry, satiric or overly impassioned? This may indicate that the site is biased.

        ·       Consider whether the arguments are logical and backed up by evidence, and whether the site presents only one point of view.

        ·       Check the links to the sources that the author acknowledges. Scholarly writing, whether in print or online, should include a biography.

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Student Success Statement by Margaret Chase Smith

Student Success Statement

"The right way is not always the popular and easy way. Standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character."

Margaret Chase Smith 

Reflection:

Even though people might judge you for choosing the right, it's the right thing to do. people might make fun of you for doing the right thing, but you should be proud of yourself, because when you choose the right, you feel happiness inside of you. If you keep on choosing the right instead of choosing the wrong, you will find happiness in life.

It’s Online, But Is It On Target?: Part 3

It’s Online, But Is It On Target?

Part 3

Dot-What?

Look at the site’s address. What follows the dot?

        ·       Dot-com is not for businesses; anyone can use it. Dot-coms include well-known and respected companies, but also private individuals.

        ·       Dot-org usually indicates a not-for-profit organization. Many dot-orgs present unbiased information, but others have political agendas, focus on debatable issues instead of facts, and might not present all sides of an argument.

        ·       Dot-gov indicates a government website at the federal, state or local level. The federal government is a good source of statistics, and its sites are widely considered among the most reliable.

        ·       Dot-mil is used by sites that are part of the military.

        ·       Dot-edu usually indicates a university websites. While its published research is generally considered very trustworthy, anyone associated with the university, whether a world-renowned scholar or a freshman, can be given space on its server. Professors sometimes put student course work up on the Web, but that doesn’t mean they’re vouching for the information’s accuracy.

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Student Success Statement by Liane Cordes

Student Success Statement

"Continuous effort, not strength or intelligence, is the key to unlocking our potential."

Liane Cordes

Reflection:

In order for each of us to find our true potential, we must continue to work hard to look for it. If we try hard and not give up, one day we will find that potential within us, and we can use that potential for good. We will be successful because we will find our true potential knowing that we did not give up. 

It’s Online, but Is It On Target?:Part 2

It’s Online, but Is It On Target?

Part 2

Research with Attitude

Conduct your research with the attitude of a skeptic. As you examine websites for clues that they’re trustworthy, ask these questions:

        ·       Who wrote the Web page? If you can’t identify the individual or organization responsible for the information, don’t use it.

        ·       What are the author’s qualifications for writing on the subject?

        ·       Has the article passes through an editorial process designed to ensure quality and accuracy?

        ·       What is the website’s purpose? Look for motives – like selling products or winning votes – that could result in biased or incomplete information.

        ·       Is the information accurate? Is it up-to-date?

        ·       Where did the author get this information?

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Student Success Statement by John Wooden

Student Success Statement

"Be quick, but don't get into a hurry."

John Wooden

Reflection:
If you want to get something done, do it fast, but don't do it too fast. If you try to do something way too fast, you're not going to be able to understand it or you are going to mess up. When you need to get something finished or completed, take some time on it so you won't make any mistakes.

It's Online, but Is It On Target?: Part 1

It’s Online, but Is It On Target?

Part 1

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Using the Web Wisely

Thanks to the Web, information is easy to find. However, it’s also easy to post something online. Anyone can do it.

You've probably used the Internet to do research for a paper, to help you decide which product to buy, or to form an opinion about current events. Looking up information online is fast and convenient. But when you do online research, it’s important to find sites you can trust.

Many websites claim to have the facts, but are full of errors. Others present information in a biased way – they only give one side of an argument. How can you tell a reliable source from an unreliable one? Also, it’s critical that you post online only that which is decent and appropriate, never anything pornographic, vulgar, indecent, out of taste, untruthful, or obscene. Post those things that will make a good name for you and your organization, that will promote good will and be of benefit to the world.

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Student Success Statement by Gilbert Arland

Student Success Statement

"When an archer misses the mark, he turns and looks for the fault within himself. Failure to hit the bulls-eye is never the fault of the target. To improve your aim, improve yourself."

Gilbert Arland

Reflection:

When you try to achieve a goal, and you fail to meet that goal, you feel sadness within yourself because you didn't accomplish what you wanted. For example, if you were going to take a test the next day, and you only study for 30 minutes instead oh an hour, and the next day you take the test and you fail, you should feel all that failure inside yourself because you didn't try hard enough. So to get better, one must improve themselves. That way, we can be able to accomplish our goals.

SQR3=Survey-Question-Read-Recite-Review

SQR3

SQR3=Survey-Question-Read-Recite-Review

Recite

At the end of each section, look up from the text and in your own words recite an answer to your question for that section. Then write down your answer. Be sure to provide examples that support it.

Now repeat the Question, Read and Recite steps for each section of the chapter. First ask a question for the next section. Then read to find the answer. Finally, recite the answer in your own words and jot it down. The written questions and answers can help you study in the future.

Review

After completing the chapter, review your notes. Identify the main points by looking for the most important idea in each section. Recite, or write, a brief summary of the assignment.

Review your study notes every week to help you remember the information. When it’s time to prepare for your tests, you’ll find you’ve created an invaluable study guide.

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Student Success Statement by William Matthews

Student Success Statement

"The first law of success.... Is concentration; to bend all the energies to one point, and to go directly to that point, looking neither to the right nor the left."

William Matthews

Reflection:

In order to be successful in life, the first thing they must do is concentrate. If a person concentrates on what they are doing, they will know how to do it, and later on, when they get older, they will be able to remember and be successful in life. For as for people who don't concentrate, they won't know what to do.

SQR3: Survey-Question-Read-Recite-Review

SQR3

SQR3=Survey-Question-Read-Recite-Review

Question

As you survey the text, ask a question for each section. Ask what, why, how, when, who and where questions as they relate to the content. Here’s how you can create questions:

        ·       Turn the title, headings or subheadings into questions.

        ·       Rewrite the questions at the end of the chapter or after each subheading in your own words.

Write down your question. Questions help you pay attention, understand the text better and recall the information more easily later on.

Read

Read one section of the chapter at a time, actively looking for an answer to your question for that section. Pay attention to bold and italicized text that authors use to make important points.

Be sure to review everything in the section, including tables, graphs and illustrations – these features can communicate an idea more powerfully than written text.  

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Student Success Statement by Robert Kiyosaki

Student Success Sattement

"Your future is created by what you do today, not tomorrow."

Robert Kiyosaki

Reflection:

In order for us to have a better future tomorrow, it all depends on what you you do today. If want to do something tomorrow, and we don't do nothing today, then we don't have a future yet until we have accomplished today. If we want a bright future, we must set our future right now, because if we wait too long, it will be too late.

SQR3: A Great Reading and Studying Technique

SQR3

SQR3: A Great Reading and Studying Technique

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Improve Your Study Skills

SQR3 stands for:

Survey

Question

Read

Recite

Review

It is a proven technique to sharpen your study skills.

In college, you’ll be required to do lots of reading. You’ll often have to complete reading assignments in several different books for several different courses at the same time.

SQR3 helps make reading and studying purposeful and effective, so that you use your time most efficiently. Here’s how this strategy works.

Survey

Let’s say your assignment is to read one chapter. First, get an idea of what the chapter is about by reviewing the highlights:

        ·       Read the title, headings and subheadings.

        ·       Notice words that are italicized or bold.

        ·       Look at charts, graphs, pictures, maps and other visual material.

        ·       Read captions.

        ·       Read the very beginning and end of the chapter.

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Student Success Statement by Ayn Rand

Student Success Statement

NEVER

"There is no justification ever for choosing any part of what you know to be evil."

Ayn Rand

(novelist, philosopher, playwright, screenwriter)

Reflection:

If you know that something is wrong and you still do it, don't expect to be forgiven. There is always a punishment for people who choose the wrong. For example, if you rob a store, you will get punished by spending some time in jail. But if you choose the right, there will never be any punishment for doing the right thing.

Reading, 5 Tips for Success: Tip 5

Reading, 5 Tips for Success

Tip 5

When you feel confused about something you're reading, write down any questions you have. Sometimes your questions are answered as you read further. If not, don't be afraid to ask for help. Remember, teachers create assignments; they've read the text and are familiar with them. When you have specific questions, your teachers can provide answers that will help you understand the material. Learning is rooted in a question developed and asked by the learner.Asking questions to yourself, to the teacher, and do others, is a great learning method. When you cease to ask questions, you cease to a great extent. Read actively by silently asking questions as you read questioning immerses you into the material you are reading and therefore will expand your mental capacities more than almost anything else.
The philosopher sir Francis bacon said, “knowledge is power.” Improving your reading comprehension is the key to gaining important knowledge and making the most of your education. So pick up a book … and a pen.

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Student Success Statement by John Wooden

Student Success Statement

"When I was teaching basketball, I urged my players to try their hardest to improve on that very day, to make that practice a masterpiece.
This rule is even more important in life than basketball. You have to apply yourself each day to becoming a little better. By applying yourself to the task of becoming a little better each and every day over a period of time, you will be abler to approach being the best you can be. It begins by trying to make each day count and knowing you can never make up for a lost day."

John Wooden

Reflection:

If we want to accomplish something in life, we should never give up on it. If we want to achieve our goals, we make sure we keep trying to reach that goal every single day. Every day is a new day, and every day, you can learn something new, and once you learn something new, it's a win for you because you have not given up on your dream. Once you keep trying, one day you will be proud to say, "I have accomplished my goal."

Reading, 5 Tips for Success: Tips 3-4

Reading

5 Tips for Success

Tips 3-5

Tip 3: Do Research

Literary critics have written vast numbers of analytical and critical pieces on countless books. If you’re having trouble understanding a particular text, do some research and see what knowledgeable sources have to say about it. In addition to increasing your comprehension, you’ll also be showing initiative, something teachers always like to see. Always use legitimate and scholarly sources, not condensed study guides. Going the extra mile in your research elevates your achievement 10-fold.

Tip 4: Use a Dictionary

Make sure you have access to a dictionary when you’re reading. You can often figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, but sometimes you can’t. Rather than simply skipping over the words you don’t know, take the time to look them up. The results are well worth the effort. Your comprehension will increase greatly, and you’ll build up your vocabulary at the same time.

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Student Success Statement by Mario Cuomo

Student Success Statement

"Every time I've done something that doesn't feel right, it's ended up not being right."

Mario Cuomo

(52nd governor of NY)

Reflection:

When you are about to do something, and you feel that it's not the right thing to do, don't do it. Sometimes, what you don't want to do and end up doing can cause a lot of trouble. For example, if you are going to choose whether to go to the movies or go to your friend's house, and you know you parents only let you to your friends house, and you go to the theaters, you have chosen the wrong, because you know that there will be consequences. So choose the right and don't make any bad decisions.

Reading, 5 Tips for Success: Tips 1-2

Reading

5 Tips for Success

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Reading and writing go hand in hand. The better you understand a text, the more likely you are to successfully communicate your thoughts about it in writing. So it’s important to develop strong skills in both areas. With that in mind, here’s how to improve your reading comprehension.

Tips 1-2

Tip 1: Annotate

Be an active reader. Instead of passively reading a text, take notes about important story elements, key factual information and significant ideas in the text.

Tip 2: Note the Author’s Writing Style

Every author writes with a purpose, using deliberate methods to successfully relate specific information to the audience. When you’re reading, look for patterns in the author’s writing. For example, you may notice a repetition of key words, phrases, or symbols – or the use of a distinct type of sentence structure. Authors employ these writing strategies to help readers comprehend a central argument or theme, so be sure to explore how these techniques create meaning.

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