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Students first discover what they want from their education, then build a plan to get there. This content takes students through the steps to successfully navigate their journey in higher education. Topics include planning for success, choosing a career path, setting and attaining goals, understanding financial management, developing critical thinking skills, making healthy choices, using effective communication, managing time, developing learning strategies, developing meaningful relationships. Content is available in PDF and Open Document formats and is licensed CC BY. Learning Objectives also are provided. Full course offering available at https://www.cengage.com/c/opennow-college-success-1e-opennow-cengage

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Author: Raed Hilmi

Marketing OER Programs to Students

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OER programs provide an opportunity for students to earn a certificate or associates degree without incurring the cost of textbooks for their courses. This can dramatically reduce the cost of attendance and has been estimated at 25% or more savings*. Most OER programs are developed to serve the neediest students who may otherwise have to defer college or take fewer courses due to prohibitive cost. Reaching the students who could most benefit most from enrolling in OER courses can prove to be a challenge in of itself. We will hear from speakers who have developed successful strategies at their colleges to create awareness and encourage underrepresented students to enroll in OER degree programs targeted at their academic success.

Material Type: Lecture

Authors: Michael Elmore, Suzanne Wakim

Students & Taxes - Internal Revenue Service

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Students have special tax situations and benefits. Understand how that affects you and your taxes. Get general information about how to file and pay taxes, including many free services, by visiting the Individuals page. If you're filing a tax return, you may need to include scholarships and grants as taxable income. Tax benefits for higher education, such as loan interest deductions, credits and tuition programs, may help lower the tax you owe.

Material Type: Reading

Author: Internal Revenue Service

Financial Literacy - Getting Loans

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The idea of taking out loans can seem intimidating or counterproductive. But there are plenty of times when loans can come in handy. We’re not talking mortgage size loans here – loans don’t have to be for large amounts and they don’t have to be for tuition payments. Read on to learn how and when to use loans, and what may be the best options for you!

Material Type: Reading

Author: Yale University

Paying for College

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College is an Investment We want to be sure you get your time and money's worth and graduate with little to no debt. There's money out there to help you pay for college — some of it you may not have to pay back — and we want to help you get it. In this section, we'll walk you through: How much college costs and what your money goes to How to get money for college The kind of money that's available Descriptions and links to funding programs Whether your goal is to get started on a bachelor's degree and transfer, or to train for an in-demand job, you'll get an outstanding education for the lowest tuition. Note: This is a Washington resource but has many resources that are useful for Oregon and Idaho students.

Material Type: Reading

Author: Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges

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