Keys to Preparing for College [Paperback]

Carol Carter (Author), Joyce Bishop (Author), Sarah Kravits (Author), Lesa Hadley (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 3, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0130308064 | ISBN-13: 978-0130308061 | Edition: 1

This book offers honest and direct guidance to individuals concerned about their futures and making decisions related to college, majors, degrees, and careers. It presents suggestions, strategies, ideas, and systems that will enable readers and students to make the most of their educational experience. Chapter topics look at setting goals toward success, thinking critically about college decisions, exploring careers and majors, choosing a college that fits your needs, building an academic portfolio, getting the process started, listening and note taking, test taking, managing time, communicating, and being a leader. For individuals ready to take responsibility for their education, growth, knowledge, and future.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"There are an estimated 14 million students in college today, many of whom were not prepared for college when they entered. Keys to Preparing for College offers a comprehensive overview of the information needed to pursue a college career." -- Dr. Stephen Jones, Drexel University "Students and parents need the 'how to' for college admission... Most students are unsure of how to start the whole process and are easily confused by the vast amount of paperwork, organization, and information that will come their way during the high school years as they head toward this transition. They often have misconceptions as to what it 'really takes' to be admitted to a four-year college." -- Ann Russell, Meadowdale High School, Lynwood, WA

From the Back Cover

PREPARE FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS EARLY!

This book contains everything that a high school student needs to know to get ready for college, career, and life success. From managing time and priorities to learning how to think and analyze, this book will prepare you to excel in the college environment. Taking the time to work through this book and the exercises will give you the inside story on what your professors and your employees will expect from you.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (August 3, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130308064
• ISBN-13: 978-0130308061
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #744,501 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)