Student Success Statement
A college student what put in prison for the impression of robbery kidnapping he was sentences to 3 years in prison with no bailout. Now he has to put his dreams on hold so he could complete his time for the attempts he has.
Reflection: I think that he should have been put in jail or a longer amount of time for the actions he has made. In life you will always have a great and horrible choice
Showing posts with label good decisions. Show all posts
Showing posts with label good decisions. Show all posts
Friday, April 12, 2013
Note-Taking Strategies
Part 3
After Class
As soon as
class ends, review your notes and fill in any blanks. Underline, highlights and
use symbols to sort through the information, if you don’t understand something,
get help from your teacher or classmates.
After you've reviewed all your notes from class, in the left-handed area of the page write
down key words and questions your teacher might ask on a test.
At the
bottom of each page, write a summary of the notes. This helps you digest what you've learned. It also improves your memory of the material for the long term
and for test down the road.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Note-Taking
Strategies
Part 2
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 speakers
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 cures 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
confused, it is better to ask while the material is fresh in your mind.
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Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Note-Taking
Strategies
Part 1
How to get your class notes into shape
Getting the most out of high school and college means
studying harder and using your time in class wisely. An effective note-taking
strategy can help you with 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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Tuesday, April 9, 2013
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 are
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 written in 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 is 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 interest and give distance education a
try: then, decide if it is right for you.
Choose the
Right!!!!!
Student
Success Statement
Reverend
Robert Craig
“You must
live in the present to secure your future.”
Reflection: I believe the definition of this quote is
you have to do what’s today in order to have a right future. With good choices,
come good consequences. So might as well. If you live in your present without
mistakes your future will be good.
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 room, 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 program 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 education setting for you
CHOOSE THE
RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Student Success Statement
Alex Schwazer uses dope
Gold medal-winning race-walker
Alex Schwazer was the first walker to come in at the London Olympics after 3 hours and 39 minutes. Shortly after that he was found using drugs to make him run faster, he was doping his blood. When the authorities found out he was band from the Olympics and he was proud of it because he said that without getting caught he would have still been using drugs.
Reflection: I think that this situation is a very sad situation because some who has made it so fair into the Olympics had to give away his medal because he or she was under the impression of drugs. I think this was a very wrong thing to do when you are at the Olympics.
Alex Schwazer uses dope
Gold medal-winning race-walker
Alex Schwazer was the first walker to come in at the London Olympics after 3 hours and 39 minutes. Shortly after that he was found using drugs to make him run faster, he was doping his blood. When the authorities found out he was band from the Olympics and he was proud of it because he said that without getting caught he would have still been using drugs.
Reflection: I think that this situation is a very sad situation because some who has made it so fair into the Olympics had to give away his medal because he or she was under the impression of drugs. I think this was a very wrong thing to do when you are at the Olympics.
Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?
Part 1
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 anywhere. Some
high schools agree to recognize 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 the class that is 1,000 miles away,
along with other high school student. Check with your school counselor to see what’s
available.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Student Success Statement
"You must be fearful about what you are doing when it is right."
Rosa Parks
Reflection: I think this quote means that if you know something is right don’t be afraid to say that it is right when you need to. Never give up the dream that you know is right and will be right. For example, you can help an old person cross the street.
Balancing
High School and Part-Time Work
Part 5
Additional
Tips
Although working and going to school is challenging, it can
be a rewarding experience if you use some foresight. These tips can help you
handle the situation and make the most of your time:
·
Discuss your plans with your family. Balancing the
demands of school and work is easier with their support.
·
Start slowly; don’t commit to working a lot of hours
immediately.
·
Avoid time conflicts by planning your class and work
schedules as far ahead of time as possible.
·
Use your time efficiently. You use 10
minutes waiting in a line to go over a few pages of assigned reading. If your
job has a lot of down time and your boss has no objection, you can use slow
periods to do schoolwork.
·
If you commute to your job on public transportation,
bring your schoolwork with you so you can work along the way.
·
Be flexible and willing to make sacrifices. You may
have to cut down on some other thing you might like to do because of your
school and work commitments.
·
If you have too much on your plate, admit it. Then cut
back as needed.
·
Schedule relaxation. Everyone needs some down time to
stay happy and healthy.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Balancing High School and Part-time Work
Part 4
He reminds students that “the activities and courses
students choose vary considerably, so it’s important for young people to keep
their individual situations clearly in mind.” MacGowan continues, “For example,
student actors should allow for the fact that they won’t have as much time
during performance seasons. Student athletes need to remember the times of the
year that they’ll be tied up with games and practices. Other students who are
in classes that make considerable demands outside of the classroom must keep
that reality in mind.”
CHOOSE THE RIGHT
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Student Success Statement
"Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction."
Margaret Thatcher
A British politician, the longest-serving (1979-1990) Prime Minister of the UK of the 20th century.
Reflection:This statement means to
never give up when your goals get
harder and are hard to succeed just
keep trying and succeed your goal.
never give up when your goals get
harder and are hard to succeed just
keep trying and succeed your goal.
Balancing High School and Part-Time Work
Part 3
Brad MacGowan, of the
Career Center at Newton North High School in Massachusetts, thinks that working
can be valuable part of a student’s life, if taken on responsibly. “You can derive
a great deal from working, considerably more than just money, “he says. “In
most cases, you can acquire a nice dose of discipline and a whole new set of
skills and experiences.” In addition, your supervisor may be willing to write a
strong college recommendation for you.
School Comes First
Schoolwork, including
homework and studying for tests, should always be your top priority. MacGowan
cautions students who do decide to work, “If you are rushing through your
assignments… or not studying enough for tests because of work, it’s time to cut
back or quit and find a less time-consuming job.”
CHOOSE THR RIGHT
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Balancing High School and
Part-Time Work
Part 2
Voicing
your goals to someone else can help you make decisions and figure out your
priorities. It can also help you judge whether you can do both—work and study—successfully.
To help answer this question, ask yourself:
·
Am
I an organized person?
·
What
kind of study habits do I have?
·
Do
I make good use of my available time?
·
Will
I be able to manage my schedule effectively if I take on a part-time job?
Think
about the pros and cons of working. On the plus side, job can teach you about
commitment, time management and responsibility—and, of course, handling money.
On the minus side, job can cut into the time you have for sleeping, studying
and socializing.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT
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