{"id":16757,"date":"2022-08-15T03:14:18","date_gmt":"2022-08-15T03:14:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.booksofall.com\/?post_type=product&p=16757"},"modified":"2022-08-15T03:14:18","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T03:14:18","slug":"college-success-openstax","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.booksofall.com\/pt\/college-success-openstax\/","title":{"rendered":"College Success (OpenStax)"},"content":{"rendered":"

This text is a comprehensive and contemporary resource that serves First Year Experience, Student Success, and College Transition courses. Developed with the support of hundreds of faculty and coordinators, the book addresses the evolving challenges and opportunities of today\u2019s diverse students. Engagement, self-analysis<\/a>, personal responsibility<\/a>, and student support are reflected throughout the material.<\/p>\n

Student Survey How do you feel about your ability to meet the expectations of college? These questions will help you determine how the chapter concepts relate to you right now. As we are introduced to new concepts and practices, it can be informative to reflect on how your understanding changes over time. We\u2019ll revisit these questions at the end of the chapter to see whether your feelings have changed. Take this quick survey to figure it out, ranking questions on a scale of 1 \u2013 4, 1 meaning \u201cleast like me\u201d and 4 meaning \u201cmost like me.\u201d Don\u2019t be concerned with the results. If your score is low, you will most likely gain even more from this book.<\/p>\n

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  1. I am fully aware of the expectations of college and how to meet them.<\/li>\n
  2. I know why I am in college and have clear goals that I want to achieve.<\/li>\n
  3. Most of the time, I take responsibility for my learning new and challenging concepts.<\/li>\n
  4. I feel comfortable working with faculty, advisors, and classmates to accomplish my goals.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    While Reginald and Madison have had different experiences before and certainly have different motivations<\/a> for enrolling in college, they have quite a bit in common. They are both committed to this new chapter in their lives, and they are both connected to their families in ways that can influence their commitment to this pursuit. What they don\u2019t know just yet\u2014because they haven\u2019t started their classes\u2014is that they will have even more in common as they move through each term, focus on a major, and plan for life after graduation. And they have a lot in common with you as well because you are in a similar position\u2014starting the next chapter of the rest of your life.<\/p>\n

    In this chapter, you will first learn more about identifying the reason you are in college. This is an important first step because knowing your why will keep you motivated. Next, the chapter will cover the transitions that you may experience as a new college student. Then, the chapter will focus on how you can acclimate to the culture and meeting the expectations\u2014all of which will make the transition to a full-fledged college<\/a> student easier. Finally, the chapter will provide you with strategies for overcoming the challenges that you may face by providing information about how to find and access resources.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"