This book is a practical guide for any student considering enrollment in, currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from an online course. The authors, both with substantial online teaching and learning experience as well as seasoned professionals, deliver concise guidance to make the online learning journey enjoyable, productive, and most of all, worthwhile. Major topics include how to identify the best online program; comparing online with traditional education programs; finding an ideal work-life balance; managing time and staying organized; how to form good habits to maximize your chances for success; getting the most out of an online learning environment; and using your online education to succeed in your career. As the singular guide to success as an online learner, this practical book serves as the essential desk reference for every online student.

College Success for Adults: Insider Tips for Effective Learning is a concise, user-friendly guide to college success for the adult college student. In it, readers learn to master the rules, vocabulary, and expectations of the college environment. They’ll discover how to balance their work and personal lives with college-level study, develop the mindset of the successful college student, take notes effectively, conquer testing anxiety, win over their professors, and much more. Armed with the knowledge this book provides, readers will emerge with a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed in college—and how they can achieve this success. They’ll learn how to take their own experience and wisdom as adults and translate it into success in the college classroom. Readers also receive helpful supplementary resources that will aid them on their journey to college success, including a college vocabulary glossary, college knowledge quiz (with answer key), a list of scholarships exclusively for adult students, and a suggested course syllabus (with detailed course calendar).

This hands-on volume teaches readers how to learn on their own and how to motivate themselves. It features a highly user-friendly style and an open, nontraditional look and approach. A consistent set of psychological principles--embodied in four major strategies and eight substrategies--are used throughout the book as unifying themes in exploring the various keys to achievement. Incorporates self-surveys, quick practices, applications, assignments, self-assessments, and portfolios. Introduction to Individual Learning and Motivation. The Keys to Achievement. Procrastination--The Thief of Time. Believing in Yourself--Self-Confidence. Taking Responsibility--It's up to You. Active Listening--Learning from Lecture. Active Reading--Learning from Text. Preparing for Exams. Preparing Papers and Speeches. Managing your Life in School. Relationships that Work. Planning for Your Future. For anyone interested in optimizing their study skills and strategies.

#1 New York Times bestselling author John C. Maxwell believes that any setback, whether professional or personal, can be turned into a step forward when you possess the right tools to turn a loss into a gain. Drawing on nearly fifty years of leadership experience, Dr. Maxwell provides a roadmap for winning by examining the eleven elements that constitute the DNA of learners who succeed in the face of problems, failure, and losses. 1. Humility - The Spirit of Learning 2. Reality - The Foundation of Learning 3. Responsibility - The First Step of Learning 4. Improvement - The Focus of Learning 5. Hope - The Motivation of Learning 6. Teachability - The Pathway of Learning 7. Adversity - The Catalyst of Learning 8. Problems - The Opportunities of Learning9. Bad Experiences - The Perspective for Learning10. Change - The Price of Learning 11. Maturity - The Value of Learning Learning is not easy during down times, it takes discipline to do the right thing when something goes wrong. As John Maxwell often points out--experience isn't the best teacher; evaluated experience is.

What did you learn at work today? “Every employee who wants to succeed in business should read Tobin’s new book.” —Marshall Goldsmith, million-selling author of the New York Times bestsellers Mojo and What Got You’re Here Won’t get You There “Nothing less than a survival plan for a rewarding, relevant career. Read it if you are responsible for the careers and performance of others. Read it if you want to propel your own career. . . In any case, read it as part of your own commitment to learning.” —Edward T. Reilly, President and CEO, American Management Association International In today’s highly competitive work environment, continuous learning is an absolute necessity—a requirement to keep up with the latest innovations in your field and increase your productivity. Learn Your Way to Success helps you launch your career to new heights by being an “active learner.” It provides invaluable tools for: Planning your personal learning agenda Applying what you learn in a practical way Using online learning resources to “learn what you need to learn” Maximizing your learning at conferences or trade shows Taking advantage of the unique learning opportunities of working in a team Keeping track of what you have learned—and what you want to learn

As the author of this book, I have recently earned a bachelor's of science degree in psychology. This is the result of my effort to succeed in college, and the study of psychology in particular. I earned straight A's with the exception of one B by the way. This book provides the basics for understanding how your mind and memory actually work, principles of conditioning, stress management, lifestyle learning habits, and learning techniques. All of this knowledge helped me to excel in college and to be awarded the standing of Magna cum Laude as a graduate. All of these principle for learning can be applied by just about anyone, but make no mistake, there is no easy fix to success. You will have to work for it. The information in this book is designed to provide you with the knowledge that will answer many questions you may have about the learning process. Once you understand "how to learn," then the process will become easier and much less stressful. It worked for me. It could work for you. Within a society that stresses education as one of the most important aspects for a successful career and life, you would think the system is helping students understand how the learning process works, how their mind and memory work, and habits necessary to succeed, but they do not. That is why I wrote this book. So then, are you a student within a learning environment? Would you like to increase your grade point average (GPA) and control stress levels while doing it? Regardless of grade level or age, from junior high school to college level learning, you need to read this book, and the sooner in your academic career the better. This is a no nonsense guide to help students understand how their mind and memory work, principles of conditioning, stress management, lifestyle habits, and a number of learning techniques, all of which will help you achieve academic success. Understanding "how to learn" is equally, if not more important than what you are learning in school. Without this knowledge you will struggle and your success will be limited at best. You are capable of much more than you think. Read this book to change your perspective on the learning process from that which appears overwhelming to one that is manageable and can be accomplished. It will change your life, but only if you are willing to make the effort. This book also includes words of inspiration and motivation. This is the 3rd edition, updated version of the formerly titled "How to Achieve Educational Success," with additional sections and more organized content.