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7 Chapter 1 Developing Study Skills Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 7 4. Explain how someone with a positive attitude views the world. 5. Describe self-talk and its role in a person’s self-confidence. 6. In order to focus and pay attention, what must a person do? 7. What happens when critical-thinking skills are applied? 8. State the steps of the decision-making process. 9. Briefly state examples of general pre-study skills. 10. Summarize academic integrity. CRITICAL THINKING 1. Define the importance of study skills for your academic success. 2. Why are you considered a lifelong learner? 3. In addition to the pre-study tips discussed in this chapter, how do you prepare yourself physically and mentally for studying?

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7 Chapter 1 Developing Study Skills Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 7 4. Explain how someone with a positive attitude views the world. 5. Describe self-talk and its role in a person’s self-confidence. 6. In order to focus and pay attention, what must a person do? 7. What happens when critical-thinking skills are applied? 8. State the steps of the decision-making process. 9. Briefly state examples of general pre-study skills. 10. Summarize academic integrity. CRITICAL THINKING 1. Define the importance of study skills for your academic success. 2. Why are you considered a lifelong learner? 3. In addition to the pre-study tips discussed in this chapter, how do you prepare yourself physically and mentally for studying?

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6 Study Skills Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 6 SUMMARY• • (LO 1-1) Explain the concept of study skills. Study skills are the strategies a person applies to learning. They are how you approach learning, select processes that work for you, and eliminate distractions that hinder you from your goals. • • (LO 1-2) Identify three personal behaviors that can help a person develop study skills. Examples of personal behaviors that help an individual develop study skills are having a positive attitude, self-confidence, and focus. • • (LO 1-3) Cite the steps of the decision-making process. The decision-making process involves five steps: define the problem, gather information, choose the best alternative, act on the decision, and evaluate the solution or decision. • • (LO 1-4) List examples of pre-study tips. Examples of pre-study tips are to avoid multitasking, turn off digital devices, and take care of your personal well-being. • • (LO 1-5) Summarize academic integrity. Academic integrity is the demonstration of honesty and responsibility in completion of academic work and performance as a student. Being unprepared or copying answers on a test is unacceptable behavior. In addition, presenting information in a report as yours when you really copied material that belongs to another person is plagiarism and will not contribute to you earning an education needed for future employment. From the first day of class, realize that your job is to learn, make good grades, and get a well-rounded education. Communicate with your instructor, attend class, and be an ethical individual. GLOSSARY TERMS Visit the G-W Learning companion website at www.g-wlearning.com/careereducation/ to review the following glossary terms. skill study skills soft skills transferable skills attitude self-confidence self-talk focus decision-making critical-thinking skills academic integrity plagiarism ethics morals integrity REVIEW 1. Discuss study skills. 2. List three examples of study skills. 3. Identify examples of personal behaviors that are needed to develop good study skills.

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8 Study Skills Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 8 4. Describe how others view you as a student. Would they say you are a good student or someone who needs improvement? Discuss your actions that influence their opinion. 5. Summarize what academic integrity means to you. INTERNET ACTIVITY Habits of Highly Successful Students. Students who have a successful educational experience learned early in their school career how to be a successful student. Conduct an Internet search for habits of highly successful students. Evaluate what you discovered and how you can apply the information to your personal life. Academic Integrity. Many schools have a code of academic integrity that students are obligated to follow. Conduct an Internet search for academic integrity definition. Summarize what you learned and discuss why this behavior is important for your future career. If your school has a code of academic integrity, compare it to your Internet findings. SKILLS PRACTICE Visit the G-W Learning companion website at www.g-wlearning.com/careereducation/ to access and complete the following study skills practice activities: Study Skills Activity 1-1 Self-Assessment. Assessing your personal study skills will help you determine your strengths and weaknesses. Open the 1-1 file, and complete the assessment to evaluate your current study skills. Study Skills Activity 1-2 The Decision-Making Process. Applying systematic decision-making is a skill that can help you throughout your life. Identify a decision or problem that you need to solve in the near future. Open the 1-2 file, state your decision or problem, and apply the decision- making process to come to a solution. Study Skills Activity 1-3 First Day of Class Checklist. Being prepared for the semester is an important first step to establishing good study skills. On the first day of class, start with a checklist of what will be required. Open the 1-3 file, and customize it to fit your needs. Use this list for the first day of each class in which you are enrolled.

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