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Book SynopsisThe sixth edition helps students focus on practical strategies for CHANGE. Those who can master change with a positive attitude take calculated risks and maintain an open mind will succeed.
Filled with inspiring stories and powerful activities, this motivating book teaches success through discovery, goal-setting and determination. Cornerstone Concise utilizes SQ3R and Bloom's Taxonomy throughout, employing the reading and critical thinking strategies necessary for student achievement. Thoroughly updated, it includes a new chapter on Interpersonal Communication, and now extensively covers Information Literacy. Also provides updated and expanded information on money and debt management and a stronger focus on self-engagement. The chapter on Critical Thinking is brand new, empowering students to advance in the classroom and beyond.
Trade Review"Students will think the text is talking to them personally. It truly is all about them." --Melanie Deffendal, DelgadoCommunity College "This is an excellent text that addresses the changing needs of students. Bloom���s Taxonomy will challenge students to think about why they decided to attend college and what they want to accomplish. Moreover, the Taxonomy can be applied to other classes. Success is linked to positive change." --Arthur Webb, OklahomaState University
Table of ContentsBEGIN: The Goal of Cornerstone and Our Commitment to You Features In each chapter: Why Read This Chapter Why Read This Chapter���From My Perspective Scan & Question PART ONE ��� CHANGING YOUR THOUGHTS CHAPTER 1 CHANGE: Adjusting to the Culture of College, Nurturing Change, and Setting Goals The Times���They Are A-Changin��� The M&M Theory College and You The Culture of College Creating Success Through Positive Change Eliminating Roadblocks to Your Success Building a New You CHAPTER 2 ENGAGE: Developing Your Personal and Academic Passion to Persist in College The Power and Passion of Motivation Achieving Your Potential and Increasing Your Motivation Persisting in College CHAPTER 3 COMMUNICATE: Improving Your Personal Communication, Cultivating Relationships, and Managing Conflict The Communication Process The Story of One Wild Boy Nonverbal Behavior in Interpersonal Communication OMG U R OTT Self-Disclosure and Interpersonal Communication The Ties That Bind Learning to Live and Communicate with Others Conflict in Relationships Is Inevitable The Faces of Conflict Standards for Dealing with Difficult People and Managing Conflict CHAPTER 4 THINK: Expanding Your Aptitude for Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, and Information Literacy Skills Thinking About Thinking The Importance of Critical Thinking An Eight-Point Plan for Critical Thinking Sharpening Your Emotional Intelligence Skills PART TWO ��� CHANGING YOUR PERFORMANCE CHAPTER 5 PRIORITIZE: Planning Your Time and Reducing Stress Time���You Have All There Is Time Management and Self-Discipline I���ll Do It When I Have a Little Free Time Planning, Doodling, or Begging Absolutely No���Well, Maybe Beginning Your Day with Peace The Dreaded ���P��� Word Getting the Most Out of This Moment Evaluating How You Spend Your Time Focusing On and Eliminating Distractions and Interruptions Planning and Preparing Stress? I Don���t Have Enough Time for Stress! I Don���t Think I Feel So Well CHAPTER 6 LEARN: Using Your Dominant Intelligence, Preferred Learning Style, and Unique Personality Type to Become an Active Learner We Hope You Learned Your Lesson! Give Your Brain a Workout The Learning Process Understanding Your Strengths Understanding Multiple Intelligences Understanding Multiple Inteligences to Enhance Studying and Learning Understanding Learning Styles Theory Wanted: A Visual Learner with Tactile Skills Understanding Personality Types CHAPTER 7 READ: Building Your Reading and Comprehension Skills Is Reading Fundamental or Just Pure Torture? Discovering Your Reading Style I Feel the Need���The Need for Speed Speed and Comprehension You Don���t Have to Be a Logodaedalian to Enjoy Words It���s Not Just a Doorstop Learning to Read Faster and Smarter Finding the Topic and Main Ideas in Paragraphs and Sections SQ3R to the Rescue It���s Not Over Until It���s Over CHAPTER 8 RECORD: Cultivating Your Listening Skills and Developing a Note Taking System that Works for You The Importance of Listening Listening Defined The Four Listening Systems Listening Can Be So Hard Listening for Key Words, Phrases, and Hints Listening in Difficult Situations Taking Effective Notes Tips for Effective Note Taking You���ll Be Seeing Stars Three Common Note-Taking Systems It���s as Simple as A, B, C���1, 2, 3 It���s a Split Decision Going Around in Circles TMI! TMI! (Too Much Information) CHAPTER 9 UNDERSTAND: Empowering Your Memory, Studying Effectively, and Taking Tests with Confidence I Forgot to Remember! This Isn���t Your Daddy���s VCR The Capability of Your Memory Using Mnemonic Devices Hakuna Matata Studying in a Crunch Thinking About Testing Quizzing Your Instructor and Knowing Your Response Type Test-Taking Strategies and Hints for Success PART THREE ��� CHANGING YOUR LIFE CHAPTER 10 PROSPER: Managing Your Money and Your Debts Wisely The Overwhelming Burden of Crushing Debt Practicing Discipline at the Right Time Pennies from Heaven Student Loans Know the Score B is for Budgeting Living on Borrowed Money The Pitfalls of Payday Loans, Car Title Loans, and Rent-to-Own Contracts Small Costs Add Up! Protect Yourself from Identity Theft Battling the Big ���If���s��� CHAPTER 11 PLAN: Focusing on Your Professional Career and Living Well Planning for the Future What Am I Going to Do for the Rest of My Life? 10 Baby Steps That Will Become Giant Steps Tomorrow Developing Your Career Self-Study Plan Help Me: I���m Undeclared Workin��� 9 to 5���or Trying To Writing a Powerful and Concise Cover Letter Understand the Do���s and Don���ts of Memorable Resumes General Tips The Big Day Is Here Win, Lose, or Draw, Always Say ���Thank You��� in Writing
