Academic Transformation : The Road to College Success

Omtale

For courses in Learning Frameworks (ie., Applied Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology), Effective Learning, Learning to Learn, and Student Success. This book uses the latest neurobiological research to help students master both cognitive and self-regulation skills for college success. Academic Transformation uses an academically rigorous yet engaging and practical approach to successfully balance cognitive and self-regulation theory and research with realistic and proven skills that students can apply to their college careers. Teaching & Learning Experience: Connects Theory to Practice (“Learning Frameworks”) Academic Transformation utilizes a narrative tone and eye-catching design to provide powerful lessons on the subjects of learning, academic performance, willpower, motivation, procrastination, time management, stress management, and behavior redirection all while giving readers a solid understanding of why certain strategies lead to goal achievement. This program provides: Autonomous Learning: The current college population, often called the iGeneration, needs this proven path to become autonomous learners and to successfully navigate the academic and work world. Research-Based: Incorporates the latest research from neurobiology related to cognition and self-regulation, thus deepening student knowledge of how to become an autonomous learner. Study Aids: Various enhancements offer students a better learning experience. Application to Other Academic Courses: From learning objectives and self-assessments to summaries, key terms, and critical thinking exercises utilizing journal questions, students have the opportunity to apply what they are learning so that each knowledge/skill set will generalize to their other academic courses.