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Friday, May 31, 2013

Student Success Statement


Student Success Statement
             "Truth is the only safe ground to stand upon."
                                 Elizabeth Cady Stanton




Reflection:
What this statement probably means is that being honest is best way to walk upon.

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 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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Thursday, May 30, 2013

Student Success Statement

  Student Success Statement
            "Everyone is the architect of their own learning."
                                            Claudius





Reflection: 
What this statement probably means is that the one that builds their learning is yourself.

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 world’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 the 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 you studies. Preparation removes fear. When you are prepared, you will not fear. 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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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Student Success statement

Student Success statement “start with what is right rather than what is acceptable.” Peter f. drucker Reflection: This is very true.

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 people 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 hold many times. Succeeding in high school, college, and in the career world is taking the initiative. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "To be great--concentrate." Orson Sweet Mardin Reflection: What this statement probably means is that in order to succeed, you need to focus.

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 then come. When problems or challenges occur, some people look 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. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Friday, May 24, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "Education is a marathon-- not a sprint" ANON Reflection: What this statement probably means is that education is something to be happy about not a race.

Teamwork Skills 3 of 10

Teamwork Skills 3 of 10 Every time your class breaks into groups to tackle a college, you’ll have 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 edification you can’t obtain by working alone. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "The man who has no imagination has no wings" Muhammad Ali Reflection: What this statement probably means is that if you have no imagination then you don't have wings. In other words, if you have no imagination, then you have no high spirit.

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 speaking skills in job applicants, who may have to give presentations to clients or represent their organization in the field. It’s never too soon to practice good eye contact and other public speaking techniques. http://www.newswiretoday.com/news/17334/ According to the Book of Lists, the fear of public speaking ranks number one in the minds of the majority of people. Far above the fear above 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 communicate one-on-one with others, you’ll get far better results if you can speak persuasively, smoothly and intelligently. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Student Success Statement

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 problem of the human race." -Calvin Coolidge, 30th president of the United States Reflection: What this statement probably means is that nothing can replace persistence and persistence & determination by themselves are both very powerful.

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

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement “Failure is only postponed success as long as courage coaches ambition. The habit of persistence is the habit of victory.” Reflection: This statement is trying to say to never give up on your dreams.

Ten Ways College Prepares You for Career Success

Ten Ways College Prepares You for Career Success Getting college education doesn’t mean just absorbing facts and figures. It means building the skills and qualities you need to learn, think and create 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 CHOOSE THE RIGHT!

Monday, May 20, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "To see what is right and not to do it is want of courage." Confucius Reflection: What this statement probably means is that knowing what is right, but not do so is lack of courage.

Exam Day: Survival Tips 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-answer 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 times to proofread and review your answers. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Friday, May 17, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement." Matt Biondi This is True if you persist anything then'll you'll get or achieve what you want. Never give up for that is what happens to many people and they fail

Exam Day: Survival Tips 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 usual 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. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "Improve your performance by improving your attitude." ANON This is true

Exam Day: Survival Tips

Exam Day: Survival Tips Test-Taking Part 1 http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/10269.html 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 types of questions are on the test. Determine how much time to allow for completing each section. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "Always do right" Mark Twain Reflection: What this statement probably means is to always do the right thing. When you do what's right then you will always feel proud and good of yourself, never feel guilty about doing what is right.

Online Learning Part 2

Online Learning Part 2 More Tips Finally, look beyond the article for more clues. · Read the website’s home page and the About Us page. Look for a mission statement to learn more about the site, its purpose and the organization sponsoring it. · If there is an author listed, look for a biography that discusses the author’s education, profession and other relevant background. If there is no bio on the site, search for one elsewhere on the Web. · Check the date. Facts can change over time, so see if the site shows when it was last updated. · Presentation counts; look at everything from design to spelling. A clean, well-organized site shows a certain degree of professionalism. · Avoid sites that are pornographic, vulgar, inappropriate, below par, suggestive, and falsifying. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

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 bibliography. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Student Success Statement

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. Margret Chase Smith Reflection: What this statement probably means is that doing what is right may not be famous or easy ,but it shows good character.

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 the only 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 a part of the military. • Dot-edu usually indicates a university website. 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. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Monday, May 6, 2013

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

It’s Online, but Is It On Target? Part 2 Research with Attitude Conduct you research with 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 passed 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? CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Friday, May 3, 2013

It’s Online, but Is It On Target

It’s Online, but Is It On Target Part 1 http//:www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/109995.html 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 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 is critical that you post online only that which is descent 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 goodwill and be of benefit to the world. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Student Success Statement

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: What this statement probably means is that it's not the object that failed that certain person but the person themself failed the object.

SQ3R

SQ3R=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. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement "The first law of success... Is concentration: to bend all the energies to one point, and go directly to that point, looking neither to the right nor to the left." William Matthews Reflection: What this statement probably means is that focus only on what you need to focus on. In other words, if you need to concentrate on something then don't look around and and focus on that one thing that should only look at.

SQ3R

SQ3R SQ3R=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. CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!