Foundations for Learning

by Laurie L. Hazard, Jean-Paul Nadeau

The focus of Foundations for Learning is on academic adjustment for first-year college students with personal development issues seamlessly integrated into the academic emphasis. The theme is claiming an education and taking responsibility for one's own education. What is most unique about this book is that it addresses both the attitudinal variables and personality traits that affect college achievement like locus of control, conceptions of intelligence, and intellectual curiosity in relation to specific study-related behaviors such as text annotation and active listening. Students are pushed to consider how each skill set, perception, and attitude connects with and influences the other.

158 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2005

Reviews

[Liz · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are looking for ideas on how to succeed in college, this book is a good start. It is a good overview of basic elements that contribute to effective studying in a college environment (which can be very different from the high school environment). This book can be used as a jumping off point to find more specific strategies that work for you.

[mpfrom · Rating 2 out of 5]

Another goody I get to read for the Intro class I'm conducting in the fall.

[Monique · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very theoretical and heavy reading for the community college student. Great resources for student and faculty. The make it personal questions are awesome.