Student Success Statement (Robert Kiyosaki)

Student Success Statement

“Your future is created by what you do today, not tomorrow “

Robert Kiyosaki

Reflection:

My thought about this reflection is remarkable. Because it’s 100% true, whether people agree or disagree. Every decision you make will create your future depending on the choices you make, they either could be good or bad you decide. Yes, the Famous Thomas M. Monson in his prime was once quoted to say, “Decisions Determine Destiny.”

 

SQ3R

SQ3R

SQ3R: A Great Reading and Studying Technique

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Improve Your Study Skills:

SQ3R stands for:

Survey

Question

Read

Recite

Review

It is a proven technique to sharpen your study skills. In college, you’ll be required to do lots of reading. You’ll often have to complete reading assignments in several different books for several different courses at the same time.

SQ3R helps make reading and studying purposeful and effective, so that you use your time most efficiently. Here’s how this strategy works.

Survey:

Let’s say your assignment is to read one chapter. First, get an idea of what the chapter is about by reviewing the highlights:

·         Read the title, headings and subheadings.

·         Notice words that are italicized or bold.

·         Look at charts, graphs, pictures, maps and other visual material.

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Student Success Statement (Ayn Rand)

Student Success Statement

NEVER, “There is no justification ever for choosing any part of what you know to be evil.”

Ayn Rand

Reflection:

Ayn Rand was once quoted to say this, and it is true. 100% of the time there is no justification when you go to evil. You don’t win anything at all but bad consequence. I have to admit that are society today is stupid. And the scary thing is, it is going to get worse and worse. What upsets me is the constant disappointment of the people.   -_-

 

Reading (Tips 5)

Reading

5 Tips for Success

Tips 5

Tip 5: Keep a List of Questions

When you feel confused about something you’re reading, write down any questions you have. Sometimes your questions are answered as you read further. If not, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Remember, teachers create assignments; they’ve read the texts and are familiar with them. When you have specific questions, your teachers can provide answers that will help you better understand the material. Learning is rooted in questions developed and asked by the learner.

Asking questions to yourself, to the teacher, and to others, is a great learning method. When you crease to ask questions, you crease to exist to a great extent. Read actively by silently asking questions as you read. Questioning immerses you into the material you are reading and therefore will expand you mental capacities more than almost anything else.

The philosopher Sir Francis Bacon said, “Knowledge is power.” Improving your reading comprehension is the key to gaining important knowledge and making the most of your education. So pick up a book . . . and a pen.

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Reading (Tips 3-4)

Reading

5 Tips for Success

Tips 3-4

Tip 3: Do Research

Literary critics have written vast numbers of analytical and critical pieces on countless books. If you’re having trouble understanding a particular text, do some research and see what knowledgeable sources have to say about it. In addition to increasing your comprehension, you’ll also be showing initiative, something teachers always like to see. Always use legitimate and scholarly sources, not condensed study guides.

Tips 4: Use a Dictionary

Make sure you have access to a dictionary when you’re reading. You can often figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, but sometimes you can’t. Rather than simply skipping over the words you don’t know, take the time to look them up. The results are well worth the effort. Your comprehension will increase greatly, and you’ll build your vocabulary at the same time.

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Student Success Statement (John Wooden)

Student Success Statement

“When I was teaching basketball, I urged my players to try their hardest to improve on that very day, to make that practice a masterpiece.”

This rule is even more important in life than basketball. You have to apply yourself each day to become a little better. By apply yourself to the task of becoming a little better each and every day over a period of time; you will become a lot better. Only then will you be able to approach being the best you can be. It begins by trying to make each day count and knowing you can never make up for a lost day.”

John Wooden

Reflection:

I know that John Wooden was a wonderful man. But something from him I admire the most, his dedication and his will to succeed. Practice makes perfect you know? Thus when I play with my friends online, we practice until we make a masterpiece as well. Whether you love him or hate you have to respect him for that.

 

Student Success Statement (Mario Cuomo)

Student Success Statement

“Every time I’ve done something that doesn’t feel right, it’s ended up not being right.”

Mario Cuomo

Reflection:

An amazing statement from Mario Cuomo, I’m pretty much sure that everybody has made mistakes during their lifetime. Here’s the thing it’s inevitable that good and bad things are going to happen. But in your actions you need to know that you need to Choose the Right buddy, why? Well I tell you that in the end your actions will determine your destiny.

Reading (5 Tips for Success)

Reading

5 Tips for Success

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Reading and writing go hand in hand. The better you understand a text, the more likely you are to successfully communicate your thoughts about it in writing. So it’s important to develop strong skills in both areas. With that in mind, here’s how to improve your reading comprehension.

Tips 1-2

Tip 1: Annotate

Be an active reader. Instead of passively reading a text, take notes about important story elements, key factual information and significant ideas in the text.

Tip 2: Note the Author’s Writing Style

Every author writes with a purpose, using deliberate methods to successfully relate specific information to the audience. When you’re reading, look for patterns in the author’s writing. For example, you may notice repletion of key words, phrases or symbols –or the use of a distinct type of sentence structure. Authors employ these writing strategies to help readers comprehend a central argument or theme, so be sure to explore how these techniques create meaning.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“The Three Don’ts” “–Don’t whine –Don’t complain –Don’t make excuses”

John Wooden

Reflection:

Indeed that John Wooden knew the truth in reality. I think this quote is significant because it pushes you to the limit. Don’t whine because that only thing you win out of that is nothing. An example of a excuse is I’ll do it later or tomorrow. It’s not good to make excuses. Don’t complain because it just considers you as lazy.

 

5 Tips for Staying Motivated (Tips 3-5)

5 Tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 3-5

3. Set Attainable Goals

If you’re having trouble writing a 25-page paper for class because it seems like such a big job, don’t focus on that final number. Break the paper down and consider each section of your paper individually. You can handle any project in small chunks.

4. Find a Social Support Network

Create a group of people around you who want to help you succeed. Mentors can be teachers or family friends who can give you guidance and help you develop new skills. Counselors can help you with planning your courses and starting to explore colleges. You can also reach out to friends and peers who can motivate you by listening and sharing ideas.

5. Acknowledge Your Accomplishments

Give yourself a quick reward when you complete an assignment or task. Take a walk, send an email, and get a snack. Then move on the next project.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“The Three Nevers” –Never Lie –Never Cheat -Never Steal

John Wooden

Reflection:

By far this is one of the best quotes by John Wooden. I have accomplished many goals, but I did it honorably and honestly. Sure you know I may have gotten away from some small complains but that’s it. I am committed from here on out to do my work with respect. I used to know people who lied, cheated, and stole. They got messed up in the head. But past is past; present is present; and future is future.

 

5 Tips for Staying Motivated (Tips 1-2)

5 Tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 1-2

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To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all times. But sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated, even when you really care about the work you’re doing. Here are five ways to stay on the right track.

1.     Focus on High-Impact Activities

The key to success in school is staying focused on your course work. Make a list to get an overall picture of your workload before you start to tackle any of it. Then, make a plan. Although it’s tempting to do the simplest assignments first, those that take more time and effort to accomplish are probably the ones that you’ll learn the most from.

To determine what your priorities are, rank your assignments in the order of their importance. Then rearrange your time and devote more energy toward those that have the greatest impact on your course work and grades. For example, even though all homework assignments are important, studying for a midterm exam takes priority over writing a paragraph for English class. As you complete each task, think of it as another step on your way to college success.

 

2.     Create New Challenges

Changing you approach can help you stay interested in what you’re doing. If you’ve been given an assignment similar to one you’ve done in the past, think about it in a different way. If you wrote an essay for a creative writing assignment last year, try a poem this time. For book reports, pick a history book instead of another biography.

 

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Take Control of Homework (Part 3)

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn’t Control You

Part 3

Take Advantage of Any Free Time

If you have a study period or a long bus ride, use the time to review notes, prepare for an upcoming class or start your homework. Flash cards are a great learning tool. They are east to make, easy to handle, and are a marvelous tool to help you learn and remember anything. Punch a hole in the upper left corner of each index card and connect the stack of your flash cards with a ring. Then the cards are bound and not flopping around. Flash cards bound like this act like a small book with pages. You can even have separate ringed stacks for each subject. WHATEVER YOU WANT TO REMEMBER, PUT IT ON A CARD.

Study with a Friend

Get together with friends and classmates to quiz each other, compare notes and predict test questions. Consider joining a study group.

Communicate

If you have concerns about the amount or type of homework you have, you may want to talk to your family, teachers or counselor. They can help you understand how much time you need to a lot for homework and how to manage your tasks.

Celebrate Your Achievements

Reward yourself for hitting milestones or doing something well.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Be always sure you’re right, then go ahead.”

-Davy Crockett

Reflection:

Indeed that, this is the number one thing anybody should do but it isn’t like this. Time and time again I have said that choosing the right is always the right thing to do. At any point you think about it in the moment, when you do what’s right there is no need to fear.

Take Control of Homework (Part 2)

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn’t Control You

Part 2

Keep Things in Perspective

Know how much weight each assignment or test carries, and use your time accordingly. Don’t waste time, but be wise and smart. Doing the most important things first is being wise and smart.

Get More Involved

Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes, underlining sections, discussing topics with others or relating your homework to something you’re studying in another class. Learn actively and not passively. Be anxiously engaged in your studies and you will have a great experience. Demonstrate a good attitude toward home assignments, and you will begin to love doing it.

Organize the Information

People process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information, others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you’re having trouble.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Character is higher than intellect.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Reflection:

My thought about this quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson is he has a point about character than the human mind. Your character matters most because you have the ability to decide whether if you want live above the line or below the line. A character makes you go far you don’t need intellect to be a success.

 

 

 

Take Control of Homework (Part 1)

Take Control of Homework

Part 1

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Although very few students love homework, it does serve a purpose. Homework helps you:

·         Reinforce what you’ve learned during the day.

·         Build study habits that are essential in college.

·         Prepare for your classes.

·         Get a sense of progress.

 

Here are some tips to help you deal with homework more efficiently and effectively.

SET the MOOD

Create a good study area with everything you need (for example, a calculator). If you don’t have a quiet place at home, try your school or local library.

KNOW WHERE to BEGIN

Make a list of everything you need to do, and note all deadlines. Do the more difficult assignments first, so you don’t have to face them at the end.

STUDY at the SAME TIME EVERY DAY

Even if you don’t have homework every night, use the time to review notes. If sitting down to work is part of your normal routine, you’ll approach it with less dread. Also, you’ll become a pro at using time productively.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“I think it better to do right, even if we suffer in so doing, than to incur the reproach of our consciences and posterity.”

Robert E. Lee

Reflection:

“Choosing the Right is always the right thing to do.” It’s better to think right than wrong. There are many people in this world that have escaped the consequence when they decided wrong, but sorry you will not escape the consequence. I’ll give you an example if you steal from someone at that moment the smart thing to do is to do what’s right. You may suffer a small complain but at least you did it.  

 

 

Note-Taking Strategies (Part 4)

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 4

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For Review

Once you’ve done all of the above, you’ll find you’ve created your own personalized study guide. Cover the main section of the page and use the key words and questions in the left margin as a quiz.

Stick to It

Review your notes the day you take them and all your notes once a week. That way, you won’t need to study as much when it’s test time. You’ve been doing the work all along. Try out the Cornell system, but if it doesn’t work for you, experiment with other methods. Ask your classmates how they take notes or ask a teacher for advice. Taking good notes requires practice, like any other skill. And the more you work at it now, the more prepared you’ll be to take notes in college.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“He listens well who takes notes.”

Dante Alighieri

Reflection:

True, the person who always takes notes will be known as the one that listens. You need to keep notes of every single thing in your life and I’ll give you an example: Schedules, rules, Timing, etc. But for the most of it you need to keep track of things that are important as it is so you will end up with a positive note.

 

 

Note-Taking Strategies (Part 2)

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 2

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During Class

One approach that has been proven effective is called the Cornell Note-Taking System. Here are some of its methods.

Start by using the main section of your page to take down your notes during class. Be sure to leave space on the left side of the page and the bottom. Things to keep in mind:

1.      Get the speaker’s main points. Don’t write down every word you hear.

2.      Leave blanks in your notes to add explanations later.

3.      Organize as you write. Pay attention to cues such as repetition and emphasis.

4.      Indicate main and supporting points as you go.

5.      Jot down key vocabulary, important facts and formulas.

6.      Ask questions. If you’re confused, it’s better to ask while the material is fresh in your mind.

 

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“When you believe you can—you can.”

Dr. Maxwell Maltz

Reflection:

Believe it or not Maxwell came up with a good quote here.  When you believe it you can become it. And I’ll give you an example: “Winning is about heart, you just got to find it in the right place. Failure=Failure Successful=Successful. It’s all up to you.

Note-Taking Strategies (Part 1)

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 1

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How to Get Your Class Notes into Shape

Getting the most out of high school and college means studying hard and using your time in class wisely. An effective note-taking strategy can help you do both. Here are the basics.

Stay Organized

It may seem obvious, but your class notes can only help you if you can find them. When you’re taking notes be sure to:

·         Keep all your notes in one place.

·         Date and number pages; keeping them in order makes it easier to understand them later.

Before Class

Review the materials assigned for that class period thoroughly. Bring a list of any questions you may have.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Tell me what is right and I will fight for it.”

Woodrow Wilson

Reflection:

It’s sad to see that people fight, they don’t solve anything. It just gets worst and worst as the years go by. Because we have too many people that choose the wrong and think wrong is right. Woodrow Wilson in his prime was once quoted to say “Tell me what is right and I will fight for it.” Precisely Correct!!! You fight when it is worth it not for the looks of it. When it is right you fight for it. And that’s the truth.

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You? (Part 4 of 4)

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 4 of 4

Emphasis on the Written Word

Most of the communication, as well as the course work, in distance-learning classes is written. That’s a plus, because the focus on the written word gives you the opportunity to develop as a writer –and strong writing skills are essential to academic success. However, if writing a serious weakness for you, virtual learning may not be the best educational option until you improve your skills. Yes, most of distance education is the written word; therefore, you need to be a good reader, love to read, and love writing also. Most of your assignments will be written and submitted to the instructor in the written format. Your penmanship needs to be excellent, spelling great, sentence structure above average, vocabulary extraordinary. You need to have online access with reliable equipment. If your Internet communications at home isn’t working, you can’t do online education from home and will need to go to someplace where you do have access to the Internet.

Decide Whether It’s Right for You

Distance education isn’t for everyone, but it just might be for you. You really should seek it out and give it a try. You never know until you try. You might even fall in love with distance education. While distance education may be the perfect alternative for some students, it’s not the right choice for everyone. So carefully consider your unique needs and interests and give distance education a try; then, decide if it is right for you.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“You must live in the present to secure your future.”

Reverend Robert Craig

Reflection:

Absolutely true, as people say “Our time is now.” You see in order for you to get to the future you need to live in the present so you can secure it. This means you are the only person to predict the next current event that will happen over and over again; you call the shots.

 

 

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You? (Part 3)

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 3

Challenging Aspects of Distance Education

·         Lack of in-person interaction: Some educators argue that both teacher-student and student-student contact are essential to learning. In a distance-learning classroom, you may be able to participate in class discussions online in chat rooms, message boards or Web conferences –but it’s not the same as being with other students in a classroom.

·         Different levels of quality: Many distance-education programs supply an excellent learning experience, but others may not. Research any programs before signing on to make sure it’s rigorous enough. If you are choosing your own program, look into its accreditation before enrolling.

·         The need to self-start: Distance education lets you make your own schedules. If you have a hard time getting motivated, this might not be the ideal educational setting for you.

 

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us.”

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Reflection:

This makes a lot of sense because you are the one that gives direction to where you will lead yourself; it can be good company or bad company it is all up to you to decide where? Your ability to decide the future lies within your actions. That Is something compared to living above the line with comparison to living below the line.

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You? (Part 2)

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 2

Positive Aspects of Distance Education

·         Independence and time management: Taking courses online lets you hone your ability to work on your own. You also gain experience in managing your time efficiently.

·         A flexible schedule: Schools can only provide a certain number of class periods in a single school day, and there may not be enough time for you to take everything you want. Because distance education lets you take classes outside regular school hours, it gives you the flexibility to explore all your areas of interest.

·         Advanced and specialized classes: Some schools can’t provide advanced or specialized classes. Distance education gives you the chance to gain experience in areas that would otherwise remain out of reach.

 

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Gold medal-winning racewalker Alex Schwazer (Summary)

Gold medal-winning racewalker Alex Schwazer

Summary:

This man Alex Schwazer had his moment when he achieved the Gold medal victory. But the fact is he did it without honor or passion or heart. But in the end he confessed and that was the right thing to do. I really do admire the fact that he did that. Because many get caught and try to throw down some excuse to escape the consequence. He couldn’t take it anymore so he was exposed before his end.

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You? (Part 1)

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 1

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You may want to take a class that your high school doesn’t offer. Under some circumstances, you can still enroll in the class—through distance learning.

Distance education means taking a class without being physically present where it is being taught. Internet-based technology lets students participate in lectures and class sessions online from almost anywhere.

Some high schools agree to recognize distance-learning credits when they don’t have the resources to offer a course themselves. Distance education is often used to increase options in rural areas and for AP courses.

For you, it might mean doing self-tutorial at home in the evening, or participating in a class that is 1,000 miles away, along with other high schools students. Check with your school counselor to see what’s available.

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