
Rhythms of College Success
A Journey of Discovery, Change and Mastery
Steve Piscitelli(Author)
Pearson (Publisher)
Published on 13. April 2007
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-0-13-238640-1 (ISBN)
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Description
For courses in Student Success or First Year Experience.
His message is memorable; his energy is contagious. Building on Steve Piscitelli's classroom experiences and workshops, his new book Rhythms of College Success: A Journey of Discovery, Change and Mastery focuses on the whole student - both internally and externally. It embraces the power of personal choice and addresses the (sometimes) competing needs of first-year students. Using a universal theme of music, the book offers memorable messages that show how respect, responsibility, reflection, and renewal can fuel student success. Throughout the text, readers are introduced to the 4R's and how these, along with change and life balance, impact one's future and one's success. More than 100 activities, 75 figures and innovative part openers keep students engaged and help them on their own journey of discovery, change and mastery.
His message is memorable; his energy is contagious. Building on Steve Piscitelli's classroom experiences and workshops, his new book Rhythms of College Success: A Journey of Discovery, Change and Mastery focuses on the whole student - both internally and externally. It embraces the power of personal choice and addresses the (sometimes) competing needs of first-year students. Using a universal theme of music, the book offers memorable messages that show how respect, responsibility, reflection, and renewal can fuel student success. Throughout the text, readers are introduced to the 4R's and how these, along with change and life balance, impact one's future and one's success. More than 100 activities, 75 figures and innovative part openers keep students engaged and help them on their own journey of discovery, change and mastery.
Reviews / Votes
I love the descriptors of a motivated learner, overcoming barriers (things we can control) and the self reflection. Motivation is a huge problem and this text breaks it down in a way I've not seen. Most textbooks discuss the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation but I have never seen a text actually help students with a practical plan if they just cannot get motivated which is an epidemic among college students...this is a very strong component of this text.-- Lori R. Holtmann
-- University of South Carolina Upstate
Overall, I liked all of the exercises. In some texts, authors are in such a rush to put in more strategies that they do not take the time to ask the student to reflect on what he/she has learned or think about how he/ she can use this information. It's in reflecting on what you have learned that learning truly takes place. Without reflection and thinking, students may be just `going through the motions.' Without this metacognition students won't be able to transfer this knowledge to new situations or courses.
-- Judith B. Isonhood
-- Hinds Community College
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 210 mm
Weight
662 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-238640-1 (9780132386401)
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Content
INTRODUCTION
PART I: TRANSITIONS
1. Transitions and Adjustments: College Success without the Blues
2. Motivation and Goal Setting: Dancing to Your Own Beat
3. Open Mind/Diversity: Getting to Know all the Members of the Band
4. Organizing Time and Space: Finding Your Rhythm and Beat
PART II: ACADEMIC STRATEGIES
5. Creative Thinking: Creating Your Own Song
6. Becoming an Active Learner Inside the Classroom : Lessons from the Maestro
7. Becoming an Active Learner Outside the Classroom: Rehearsing for the Performance
8. Test Taking & Memory: Avoiding Stage Fright
9. Information Literacy: Hip Hop, Rock, Jazz or Blues-Which is Best?
PART III: WELLNESS
10. Building Nutritious Relationships: Harmonious Connections
11. Personal Integrity; Hitting the Right Notes
PART IV: APPLICATION AND LIFE-LONG LEARNING
12. Exploration of Majors and Careers: Your Next Engagement
13. The Choices You Make: Looking Toward your Next Engagement
PART I: TRANSITIONS
1. Transitions and Adjustments: College Success without the Blues
2. Motivation and Goal Setting: Dancing to Your Own Beat
3. Open Mind/Diversity: Getting to Know all the Members of the Band
4. Organizing Time and Space: Finding Your Rhythm and Beat
PART II: ACADEMIC STRATEGIES
5. Creative Thinking: Creating Your Own Song
6. Becoming an Active Learner Inside the Classroom : Lessons from the Maestro
7. Becoming an Active Learner Outside the Classroom: Rehearsing for the Performance
8. Test Taking & Memory: Avoiding Stage Fright
9. Information Literacy: Hip Hop, Rock, Jazz or Blues-Which is Best?
PART III: WELLNESS
10. Building Nutritious Relationships: Harmonious Connections
11. Personal Integrity; Hitting the Right Notes
PART IV: APPLICATION AND LIFE-LONG LEARNING
12. Exploration of Majors and Careers: Your Next Engagement
13. The Choices You Make: Looking Toward your Next Engagement