Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition
Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition

Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition

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This book is geared towards first-year or freshman experience courses, but serves equally well as an additional resource in any class where students would benefit from 'learning how to learn.' With its emphasis on transferable learning skills, students develop and improve skills such as reading, writing, problem-solving, using methodologies, planning, working in teams, prioritizing, and so forth-the critical and foundational skills that enable them to succeed not only in college but in life and society as well. With an innovative use of student profiles and storytelling, Foundations of Learning is a valuable resource in fostering student growth and student success.

Foundations of Learning is based on the philosophy of Process Education™ and upholds the highest standards of guided-inquiry learning. With its innovative use of student profiles and storytelling, as well as exercises that encourage students to create a life-vision portfolio and use self-assessment, Foundations of Learning is a valuable resource in fostering student growth and student success.

388 pages, 12 Chapters, 30 Activities

  • Chapter 1 Improving Performance
  • Activity 1.1 Building Learnng Communities
  • Activity 1.2 Analyzing a Course Syllabus
  • Chapter 2 Strengthening Identity
  • Activity 2.1 Creating Your Life Vision Portfolio
  • Activity 2.2 Exploring Your Campus
  • Chapter 3 Reading Methodology
  • Activity 3.1 Using a Reading Log
  • Activity 3.2 Practicing the Reading Methodology
  • Activity 3.3 Analyzing a Literary Text
  • Chapter 4 Learning to Learn
  • Activity 4.1 Analyzing the Learning Process Methodology
  • Activity 4.2 Applying the Learning Process Methodology
  • Chapter 5 Problem Solving Skills
  • Activity 5.1 Analyzing the Problem Solving Methodology
  • Activity 5.2 Applying the Problem Solving Methodology
  • Chapter 6 Context of Performance
  • Activity 6.1 The Terminology of College
  • Activity 6.2 The Student Handbook
  • Activity 6.3 Developing an Educational Plan
  • Chapter 7 Addressing Personal Obstacles
  • Activity 7.1 Becoming a Self-Grower
  • Activity 7.2 Personal Development Methodology
  • Chapter 8 Living in the Information Age
  • Activity 8.1 Information Processing Methodology
  • Activity 8.2 Using a Software Help System
  • Chapter 9 Finding and Working with Sources
  • Activity 9.1 Academic Honesty
  • Activity 9.2 Team Research Plan
  • Chapter 10 Writing in College
  • Activity 10.1 Applying the Writing Methodology
  • Activity 10.2 Assessing and Revising
  • Activity 10.3 Interviewing about Reading and Writing
  • Chapter 11 Communication and Teamwork
  • Activity 11.1 Exploring Team Roles
  • Activity 11.2 Team Logo Competition
  • Activity 11.3 Team Design Competition
  • Chapter 12 Assessment for Self-Improvement
  • Activity 12.1 Exploring the Assessment Methodology
  • Activity 12.2 Building a Criteria List
  • Activity 12.3 Assessing a Work Product
  • Continuing the Journey
  • Final Activity Self-Growth Paper
  • Appendix A: Glossary
  • Appendix B: Classification of Learning Skills
  • Appendix C: Index

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