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Finally, a college prep book that actually prepares students for college! Almostall first-year college students discover that college courses are moreacademically challenging than they expected, and certainly harder thanclasses in high school. Professors expect students not just to absorbmaterial, but to analyze and synthesize it, consider multipleperspectives, evaluate conflicting evidence, and then apply what they've learned in new contexts. Thinking Critically in College explains how to do all this and more. Louis E. Newman draws on decades of experience as a professor atCarleton College and Dean of Academic Advising and Associate ViceProvost for Undergraduate Education at Stanford, offering the guidanceyou need to succeed both in college and in life post-graduation. Uniqueamong college prep books, Thinking Critically in College buildson the latest research in learning, spells out the key critical thinkingskills you need, shows you how to tackle actual college assignments,and provides exercises throughout to reinforce the lessons. Written in a personal, engaging style, Thinking Critically in Collegeexplains how to do the work your professors will require--exactly thepreparation you need, no matter what your academic background.Practical, accessible, comprehensive, and interactive, Thinking Critically in Collegeis the definitive guide, not only for those in college or headed there,but for everyone who needs a refresher on thinking clearly.

Provides step-by-step guidance on delivering effective language and literacy lessons and assessing students' progress using the International English series to ensure reading comprehension, writing and speaking and listening skill are taught effectively and consistently. It includes clear guidance on using all the student book features including ideas to launch each unit, advice on getting the most from the text extracts and end of unit tests and longer revision tests with all answers tohelp you access students' progress easily. A CD-ROM supports your planning and assessment needs and included audio recordings of text extracts, customisable planning and assessment checklists, and digital versions of all student book extracts for your interactive whiteboard.

Since its publication in 2004, Doing Honest Work in College has become an integral part of academic integrity and first-year experience programs across the country. This helpful guide explains the principles of academic integrity in a clear, straightforward way and shows students how to apply them in all academic situations--from paper writing and independent research to study groups and lab work. Teachers can use this book to open a discussion with their students about these difficult issues. Students will find a trusted resource for citation help whether they are studying comparative literature or computer science. Every major reference style is represented. Most important of all, many universities that adopt this book report a reduction in cheating and plagiarism on campus.             For this second edition, Charles Lipson has updated hundreds of examples and included many new media sources. There is now a full chapter on how to take good notes and use them properly in papers and assignments. The extensive list of citation styles incorporates guidelines from the American Anthropological Association. The result is the definitive resource on academic integrity that students can use every day.              "Georgetown's entering class will discover that we actually have given them what we expect will be a very useful book, Doing Honest Work in College. It will be one of the first things students see on their residence hall desks when they move in, and we hope they will realize how important the topic is."--James J. O'Donnell, Provost, Georgetown University             "A useful book to keep on your reference shelf."--Bonita L. Wilcox, English Leadership Quarterly 

What things does every college student need to know? In 1001 Things Every College Student Needs to Know, Harry H. Harrison Jr. provides practical advice ranging from classroom enrollment, living on campus, study habits, and more, that every student and parent will benefit from. This book is a solid gift if you know a college student that needs a little wisdom about: Financial advice while attending school Handling parental expectations and being away from home Taking care of your mental health and maintaining your faith Taking and mastering multiple choice tests Creating healthy relationships with your professors Selecting classes, surviving campus life, and writing a college paper Participating in groups and handling various personality types College students will appreciate the author's witty yet relatable tone. 1001 Things Every College Student Needs to Know is a great resource for high school graduates and new college students.