PRACTICING COLLEGE LEARNING STRATEGIES, Fifth Edition, focuses on learning strategies and presents students with information that is supported by brain research and neuroscience in a straightforward manner. Written directly to first-year students, PRACTICING COLLEGE LEARNING STRATEGIES includes ample exercises and the inclusion of a Survival Kit a quick roadmap that provides an overview of keys to academic success. This roadmap is perfect for the first few days of class, helping instructors to instill confidence in students who may feel stuck or upset that they were placed into this course. In addition, the structured activities and exercises guide students in the reflection process to make the information personal and useful and to provide practice opportunities. By combining practical application with learning strategies theory, this text is a motivational tool teaching students how to learn. In the new edition, the author focuses on putting students in the driver’s seat, teaching them how to use all of the tools that are at their disposal. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.