Friday, February 8, 2013

student success statement

" keep your eyes on the prize"
- anon
reflection:
 what this statement is trying to say to keep your eyes on what your want and what you want to get in the future. also to accomplish your dreams and do what you want so later on in life you could get that and more.you should always do what you feel and think before other people tell you what you should do.




Ten Tips for Student Success
St. Johns University
1.      Attend your classes. Remember in the words of Woody Allen ‘seventy percent of success in life is showing up.’
2.    Know your faculty. Make sure you know who your teachers are, when their office hours are and how to contact them.
3.      Make sure the faculty knows you. Sit in the front if the classroom. Participate in class discussions. Consult with your teachers during office hours.
4.      Use a daily planner. Note the dates for exams, assignment, term papers, etc.
5.      Be organized. Prioritize your responsibility. Mange your time. Remember everyone has the same 168 hours a week, only some of us use them better than others.
6.      Know your campus resources. Visit your academic’s dean office regularly. Become familiar with the services and programs offered by the counseling center, the freshmen center, the career center, the campus ministry office and the student’s line office.
7.      Take care of your health. Get enough sleep. Eat well-balanced meals. Exercise regularly. Make informed and mature decisions about alcohol, sex and drugs. Visit the health office as needed.
8.      Work only as necessary. Try not the exceed 20 hours during a school week. If possible, work on campus. Apply for financial aid and loans if you need them. Manage your expenses very carefully.
9.      Get involved in campus activities. It will helps your learn valuable skills, expand your social network and enhance your self-confidence. Seek out opportunities to apply what you learn in the classroom.
10.  Keep your eyes on the prize. Clarify your goals. Know why you are in (high school or) college in the first place. Visualize your success on a daily basis.
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Wednesday, February 6, 2013

STUDENT SUCCESS STATEMENT

"NOTHING IS EVER GAINED IN DOING WHAT'S WRONG"
- WILFORD WOODRUFF
REFLECTION:

YOU NEVER GET NOTHING OUT OF DOING WHAT IS WRONG LIKE FOR AND EXAMPLE LYING YOU DON'T GET NOTHING OUT OF IT ONLY THAT YOU GET MORE IN TROUBLE WHEN THEY FIND OUT THE TRUE ABOUT WHAT YOU LIE.

Profile of Successful Students
Part 3
… owns or has easy access to a computer with Internet access and email
You don’t have to be a computer expert to be successful in online learning – but you must have access to a personal computer with using them. Owning a computer with Internet access from your home is ideal but many students use the computer labs on campus or at their offices to complete their work.
… had basic computer skills and is willing and open to learning new ones
We said you don’t have to be a computer expert to be successful in online learning. However there are some basic technical skills you should have mastered prior to enrolling in an online course.
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Tuesday, February 5, 2013


Profile of a successful student
Part 2

Work together. There are a number of ways that you can ensure you get the most out of your education experience. First, participate fully. Engage regularly in the discussions and be willing to share your personal, professional and educational experiences. You can get to know your classmates through the dialogue that is created in a course environment—sometimes even better than in a face-to-face class. And the same goes for your instructor.be sure to contact your professor – especially if you are having problems. He/she is still your instructor and will be there to guide and assist you as needed.
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Monday, February 4, 2013

student success statement

" It's not WHERE you live but HOW  you live that counts. It's not WHERE you play the game but HOW you play the game that counts."
-Mr. Haymore 

reflection:what this statement is trying to say it does not matter if you live in the poor or in the Rich areas its about how much time you put into it.its not about if you are rich and have all the money in the world that makes you be in the top to be legacy its how strong you play and well you play it to.  

Profile of a Successful Student
Part 1
 Successful student…
takes responsibility for his/her own learning
Online learning can be powerful, stimulating, engaging, experience for the students who can work and think independently. However, since most--- if not all --- of the learning takes place on your own time, you will not have the kind of direct supervision you would in a classroom. Online learning therefore requires a significant commitment from you. All education comes down to what you’re willing to invest in the experience—this is particularly true in the online environment. Commitment, self-discipline and self-motivation are all key qualities to ensuring success in an online course! ... is comfortable and confident with written communication Reading and writing are the basis of most online courses, so it’s critical that you feel comfortable with this form of communication. While some courses contain modules that include videos or other activities, all of them require significant amount of reading. And nearly all of your communication with your classmates and your instructor will be in writing. If these are weak areas for you, you will want to address those issues those prior to enrolling or while enrolled in an online course. The PSU Writing Center is available to assist you. is willing to be a member of a learning community.
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