CONTENTS:

Creating success in college -- The stress of a new situation -- Quick and simple time management techniques -- Creating a positive attitude -- Getting ready-preparation for the first day of class -- The first day of class : tips for a successful day -- The second and third day of class -- Problem solving the unexpected -- End of the first week checklist -- Nonstop practice -- Remembering what you already know -- Remembering what you learn -- Communicating with your instructors -- Building relationships with your instructors -- Communicating in the classroom -- Bringing up your grade -- Getting help : finding tutors -- Using the library and internet -- Using computers -- Steps to increased self-confidence -- Positive self-affirmations : what to say when you talk to yourself -- Goal setting : another part of success -- Short and long term goals -- Measuring goals : using time limits -- Rewarding yourself -- Managing stress : the benefits of exercise -- Sleeping and taking naps -- Tips for worriers -- Taking time for you -- Learning styles inventory -- Characteristics of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic modes -- Using multi-sensory learning -- Developing your style : combining V, A, and K modes -- Additional strategies -- Managing your time : why it's important -- Making your time count : determining your needs -- Setting up a schedule : how to follow it! The weekly schedule and daily list -- Procrastination : dealing with deadlines -- Prioritizing : the balancing act.
Longman Simplified