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Bridges: United States Academia for First-Generation and International College Students
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CC BY-NC-SA
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Bridges introduces students to a wide range of concepts, institutions, histories, and artifacts of United States college and university life. After discussing these items in easy-to-scan, concise, nuance-free prose, this textbook then offers useful lists, templates for writing and speaking in different discourses and situations, thought-provoking questions and activities for self-study and for classroom work, and pertinent hyperlinks for further information. Bridges is designed to help first-generation, first-year, English language learners, and/or culturally unfamiliarized students more fully and successfully explore their educational environments. By using this book, students will be better prepared for the academic and social challenges of successfully undertaking higher education in English.

Subject:
Education
Higher Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Temple University
Author:
Shawn Higgins
Date Added:
12/15/2020
College Success Concise
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CC BY
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OpenStax College Success Concise serves First Year Experience, Student Success, and College Transition courses, and can also be used as a supplementary resource in courses across the curriculum. With the input of hundreds of instructors and academic success experts, the authors carefully prioritized the most critical topics to align to briefer courses. The offering covers material such as college culture, time management, mindset, study skills, test preparation, financial literacy, health, and planning for the future. While much of the material is very similar to the original College Success book, this version was holistically edited and updated. Users will see additions such as a new section on group work and greatly expanded coverage of stress management and wellbeing.

Subject:
Education
Higher Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Rice University
Provider Set:
OpenStax College
Author:
Amy Baldwin
Date Added:
05/17/2023
Dr CB’s Student Survival Tips
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CC BY
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The study guide welcomes students to the adventure of higher education. Dr. CB uses a conversational tone to relate personal experiences as both a student and a professor. She emphasizes the importance of embracing the journey, focusing on personal growth, and recognizing that everyone's path is unique. The book encourages students to believe in themselves and seek support when needed. It also gives practical tips and strategies for a variety of topics, such as time management, study techniques, and mental health care.

Subject:
Education
Material Type:
Student Guide
Author:
Marina Cunin Borer
Date Added:
08/27/2024