HONESTY

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Honesty is always the best policy. Employers need to know that they can trust you with everything from company credit cards to trade secrets. How can you work at honesty? You demonstrate integrity every day that you do your own homework and resist the temptation cheat on exams.

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what is honesty?

·         Honesty is telling the truth

·         Honesty is straightforward conduct.

·         Honesty is being sincere, truthful trustworthy honorable fair genuine and loyal with integrity.

You are being honest when…

·         Do your own homework

·         Tell a friend the truth

·         Explain the real reason you didn’t turn in your homework

·         Keep your eyes on your own paper

·         Clean up  your room after making a promise

·         Give the casher the extra money she gave you by mistake

·         Write a report in your own words instead of copying

·         Admit you made a mistake

·         Keep a friends secret

·         Turn in a wallet full of money that you found.

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Time management

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Master the moments and you may be a real pro when it comes to juggling the many demands on your time – classes homework and activities—with some family help. College gives you an even bigger chance to sharpen your time management skills by doing it all on your own. And that’s a good thing since most jobs require multitasking. You might need to take care of current clients while attracting new ones respond to emails while working on a major presentation or order tomorrows produce while planning next week’s menu.

          Someone said “Wherever you are, be there” focus on the present moment and give it all your attention. Don’t let your mind drift and wander here and there when you need to be thinking and concentrating on the moment at hand. You can’t go back and recapture this moment so make the most of it while it NOW master the present and you will master the future. Work smart by mastering the present moment.
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student success statement
"Everyone is the architect of their own learning."
Claudius


reflection:
learning is something you must take into consideration and serious. only you can learn for yourself. which means that the "Architect" is basically you . you must build your own learning and process. for example i am the architect of my own learning. no one can and will learn for me. i must do this on my own and on my own time.

Cool under pressure

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Very few students enjoy taking tests. Yet functioning well under pressure is crucial to your future success. Try thinking of the pressure of testing as practice for the work world’s own explosive situations. You could someday find yourself meting tight deadline speaking with irate customers wielding a scalpel or handling dangerous chemicals.

The best way to curtail pressure and to even eliminate it is to prepare. Applying the motto “Be Prepared” holds true first time and every time. Prepare for that test and you won’t worry about it. In fact it will be the chance to shine to reveals the hard work you have put into preparing for the test. You will be rewarded for the effort you have thrust into your studies. Preparation removes fear. When you are prepared you will not fear. Preparation helps you maintain your cool under pressure. Preparation generates energy and enthusiasm. Therefore prepare and your coolness under pressure is sure to abound.

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Initiative

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Initiative is creativity inventiveness originality ingenuity imagination. Every time you respond in class, every time you choose your own research topic, every time you put together your own interpretation of a piece of literature you take initiative. And future values can do professionals who come up with new ideas and chart their own courses through projects employees who are self-reliant. Self-reliant people are self-starters who don’t procrastinate on getting the job done. They know what is required to do and do it. They don’t wait to be told many times. Succeeding in High School College and in the career world is taking the initiative.

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Problem solving skills

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Problem solving goes far beyond your math textbook. Every assignment is an opportunity to weigh all possible solutions carefully and choose the one you think is best. As a working professional you’ll be solving problems regularly, whether it’s fixing a bug in a computer program or overcoming budget shortfalls. Problem solving situation occur extensively and frequently; therefore be ready when they come. When problems or challenges occur some people look at them at negative experiences as a crisis.  These people are the ones who live day by day with gloom and negativism in their attitudes. But the really successful people are cheerful and optimistic, are those who look at problems as opportunities to learn grow expand their horizon and make new discoveries, they look on the bright side of things and live happy lives.

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Team work skills

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Every time your class breaks into groups to tackle a challenge, you build teamwork skills. In college you’ll continue to have these opportunities to practice voicing your opinion, listening and responding to others and reaching compromises. By the time you leave college you can be an expert in this important workplace skill.

Together

Everyone

Achieves

More

Individually you can achieve so much but when you work with others for a common cause the same objectives you can accomplish a tremendous amount more. You synergize your talents knowledge, and skills with those whom you work. All members of the team are edified together a type of edification you can’t obtain by working alone.

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Writing skills

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Communication is at the top of the list of skills that employers look for. And communication in the workplace often means writing.

Health professionals keep patient charts, researchers depend on the money they collet by writing grant applications, software engineers write te4chnical specifications and nearly everyone writes e-mail to people inside and outside their organization. And before you even get the chance to interview for a job, you’ll need to present yourself in cover letters and resumes

So by taking writing serious and doing your best on every research paper every lab report you write every new post you write in your blog site and every writing activity you engage in you’re preparing yourself for a good career.  

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Ten ways college prepare you for career success

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/csearch/majors_careers/45548.html

Getting a college education doesn’t mean just absorbing facts and figures. It means building the skills and qualities you need to learn, think and create on your own- making you attractive to employers. You’ve already started learning these skills in high school, but colleges help you fully develop them.

The 10 key qualities

1. Writing Skills

2. Speaking Skills

3. Teamwork Skills

4. Problem – Solving Skills

5. Initiative

6. Cool under pressure

7. Attention to detail

8. Time Management

9. Honesty

10. Love of Learning

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Identify key words.

This helps you focus on the main idea of challenging questions.
rephrase difficult questions 
to understand questions better rewrite the min your own words. be careful not to change the meaning. 
organize your thoughts before 

write neatly 
be sure you don't lose points on answers the teacher cant read. 
use all the time you're given.
if you finish early don't leave. use the extra time to proof read and review your answers. 
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Exam Day: Survival Tips

Test taking

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/10296.html

Essential test taking advice

try out these strategies while you’re still in high school and by the time you get to college, you’ll be a test taking expert.

Before the test

Eat well.

Studies show that you need good nutrition to concentrate and perform your best.

Bring the right supplies

Bring your pencils erasers pens rulers compasses calculators or whatever else you need on the test day.

Review the whole test before you start.

See how many sections and what types of questions are on the test. Determine how much time to allow for completing each section.

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Online Learning

Part 1

Read Between the lines

Make a judgment about the site reliability based on your own analysis of the site and the information it contains. Here are some ways to do this:

·        Look for facts you know or can check with a trusted sources. If the site gets those facts right it’s more likely that the other facts on the site are also accurate.

·        Study the language used. Is it angry satiric or overly impassioned? This may indicate that the site is biased.

·        Consider whether the arguments are logical and backed up by evidence and whether the site presents only one point of view.

·        Check the links to the sources that the author acknowledges. Scholarly writing whether in print or online should include a bibliography.

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It’s online but is it on target?

Part 3

Dot what?

Look at the site’s address. What follows the dot?

·       Dot-com is not only for businesses; anyone can use it. Dot-coms include well known and respected companies, but also private individuals.

·       Dot-org usually indicates a not-for-profit organization. Many dot-orgs present unbiased information but others have political agendas focus on debatable issues instead of facts and might not present all sides of the argument.

·       Dot-gov indicates a government website at the federal state or local level. The federal government is a good source of statistics and its sites are widely considered among the most reliable.

·       Dot-mil is used by sites that are part of the military.

·       Dot-edu usually indicates a university website. While its published research is generally considered very trustworthy anyone associated with the university whether a world renowned scholar or freshman can be given space on its serve. Professors sometimes put student course work on the web but that doesn’t mean they’re vouching for the information accuracy. 

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It’s online but is it on Target?

Part 2

Research with attitude

Conduct your research with the attitude of a skeptic. As you examine websites for clues that they are trustworthy, ask these questions:

·        Who wrote the web page? If you can’t identify the individual or organization responsible for the information don’t use it.

·        What are the author’s qualifications for writing on the subject?

·        Has the article passed through an editorial process designed to ensure quality and accuracy?

·        What is the web site purpose? Look for motives—like selling products or winning votes—that could result in biased or incomplete information.

·        Is the information accurate? Is it up to date?

·        Where did the author get his information?

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SQ3R

SQ3R=SURVEY-QUESTION- READ-RECITE-REVIEW

Recite

At the end of each section looks up from the text and in your own words recite an answer to your question for that section. Then write down your answer. Be sure to provide examples that support it. Now repeat the question read and recite steps for each section of the chapter. First ask a question for the next section. Then read to find the answer. Finally recite the answer in your own words and jot it down. The written questions and answers can help you study in the future.

Review

After completing the chapter reviews your notes. Identify the main points by looking for the most important idea in each section. Recite or write a brief summary of the assignment.

Review your study notes every week to help you remember the information. When it’s time to prepare for your tests you’ll find you’ve created an invaluable study guide.

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SQ3R= Survey- Question-Read-Recite-Review

Question

As you survey the text ask a question for each section. As what why how when who and where questions as they relate to the content. Here’s how you can create questions:

·       Turn the title headings or subheading into questions

·       Rewrite the questions at the end of the chapter or after each subheading in your own words.

Write down your questions. Questions help you pay attention understand the text better and recall the information more easily later on.

Read

Read one section of the chapter at a tine actively looking for an answer to your question for that section. Pay attention to bold or italianized text that authors use to make important points.

Be sure to review everything in the section including tables graphs and illustrations – these features can communicate an idea or more powerfully than written text.

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Reading

5 tips for success

Tip 5

Tip 5: keep a list of questions

When you feel confused about something you’re reading, write down any questions you have. Sometimes your questions are answered as you read further. If not don’t be afraid to ask for help. Remember teachers create assignments; they’ve read the texts and are familiar with them. When you have specific questions your teacher can provide answers that will help you better understand the material. Learning is rooted in questions developed and asked by the learner. Asking questions to you, to the teacher or to others is a great leaning method. When you cease to ask questions as you read. Questioning immerses you into the material you are reading and therefore will expand your mental capacity more than anything else.

The philosopher Sir Francis Bacon said, “Knowledge is power”. Improving your reading comprehension is the key to gaining important knowledge and making the most of your education. So pick up a book and a pen.

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5 tips for staying Motivated

Tips 3-5

3. Set attainable Goals

If you’re having trouble writing a 25 page paper for class because it seems like such a big job, don’t focus on the final number. Break the paper down and consider each section individually. You can handle any project in small chunks.

4. Find a social support Network

Create a group of people around you who want to help you succeed. Mentors can be teachers or family friends who can give you guidance and help you develop new skills. Counselors can help you with planning your courses and stating to explore colleges. You can also reach out to friends and peers who can motivate you by listening and sharing ideas.

5. Acknowledge your accomplishments

Give yourself a quick reward when you complete an assignment or task. Take a walk, send an email, get a snack. Then move on to the project.

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5 tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 1-2

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/8454.html

To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all times. But sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated, even when you really care about the work you’re doing. Here are five ways to stay on the right track.

1.    Focus on High – Impact Activities

The key to success in school is staying focused on your course work. Make a list to get an overall picture of your workload before you start to tackle any of it. Then make a plan. Although it’s tempting to do the simplest assignments first those that take more time and effort to accomplish are probably the ones that you’ll learn the most from. To determine what your priorities are rank your assignments in the order of their importance. Then rearrange your time and devote more energy toward those that have the greatest impact on your course work and grades. For example even though all homework assignments are important studying for a midterm exam takes priority over writing a paragraph for English class. As you complete each task think of it as another step to your way to college success.

2. Create new challenges

Changing your approach can help you stay interested in what you’re doing. If you’ve been given an assignment similar to one you’ve done in the past think about it in a different way. If you wrote an essay for a creative writing assignment last year, try a poem this time. For books reports pick a history book instead of another biography.

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Take control of Homework

So it doesn’t control you

Part 2

Keep things in perspective

Know how much weight each assignment or test carries and use your time accordingly. Don’t waste time but be wise and smart. Doing the most important things first is being wise and smart.

Get more involved

Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes underlining sections discussing topics with others or relating your homework to something studying in other class. Learn actively and not passively. Be anxiously engaged in your studies and you will have a great experience. Demonstrate a good attitude toward home assignments and you will begin to love doing it.

Organize the information

People process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you’re having trouble.

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