Module 1 – Discussion [Graded]Objectives
Identify individual ambitions, aspirations, goals, and values.
Construct personalized short-, mid-, and long-term education, employment, and individual goals.
Explain the differences between college and high school academics, including how classes are conducted.
Describe the concept of learning.
Discuss a personal definition of success.
Complete and interpret the results of a self-assessment that gauges learning style.
Identify obstacles to time management.
Compare methods for reducing or conquering procrastination.
Select tools and techniques for managing time and schedules.
Explain best practices for maintaining financial well-being.
Summarize the risks and benefits of taking out student loans, using credit cards, and borrowing money.
Explain how leaders use the strengths of individual employees to contribute to the greater good of a workplace.
Guidelines
Upon reading the chapters for this module, please make sure to answer the Required Prompt and select one of the optional for discussion. See list below:
Chapter 02: Taking Charge of Your Time and Money [Required]
[REQUIRED: Prompt 1] What tasks do you tend to procrastinate on? What strategies have you used in the past to overcome procrastination?
Chapter 00: Introduction – Getting Involved [Optional]
[Optional: Prompt 2] Many students find that keeping a list of inspirational quotations helps them to persist in challenging tasks. For example, Elbert Hubbard said, “There is no failure except no longer trying.” Do you have a favorite quote on the subject of making transitions? What is it?