Taking Charge (2nd ed.), Chapter 12.2
- 1. Summing Up Section 12.2: Education Skills Taking Charge: Chapter 12 © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 2. Looking Back Three P’s: Plan Prioritize Persevere © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 3. Time Time management: Reward yourself Break large projects into pieces X marks the spot The lights are on but nobody’s home © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 4. Financial Aid Financial aid is a crucial part of your entire educational financial picture Grants Loans Scholarships Work-study Tax advantages © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 5. Safety Follow the tips provided to stay safe around campus Classroom safety Laboratory safety Don’t wear lose clothing in a laboratory Wear close toed shoes Remember your personal protective equipment Don’t eat or drink in a chemical laboratory Familiarize yourself with the location of fire extinguishers and first- aid kits Follow proper safety procedures when using electrical equipment © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 6. Critical Thinking Socratic Method Effective Research © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 7. Study Habits Improving study habits through taking notes Dates of events Names of people Theories Definitions Arguments and debates Images and exercises Anything your teach writes on the board Your own questions Improving test scores through better study habits and reducing anxiety © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 8. Learning Techniques Multisensory learning Overlearning SQ3R Read all direction first Preview the test Complete the easiest parts first Fine out if you are penalized for ignored questions Make sure you write legibly Leave time to check your answers © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 9. Communication Effective verbal communication techniques Set and appointment and be on time Polite conversation “ I” messages to get your point across Don’t argue with your teacher Show gratitude Move through the administrative hierarchy if you can’t resolve the situation with your teacher The importance of written communication © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 10. Writing Skills It is important to know how to write essays, research papers and the basics of technical writing the steps to writing a laboratory report: Introduction Materials and Hazards Procedure Data Discussion Conclusion © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 11. Tolerance and Diversity Eliminating sexism in technical education The technical world is no longer only a man’s domain When faced with a compromising situation: Ask why do you feel threatened or annoyed Consider if you are acting fairly Use the Sunlight Test Ask what do you gain from intolerance What if it were you—how would you feel? © 2010 TSTC Publishing
- 12. Further Reflection How will you apply critical thinking skills in your education? What have you learned about your educational life? © 2010 TSTC Publishing