Part I: STARTING OUT. 1. Strategies for College Success. Strategies for College Success: An Overview. The Importance of Education. Self-Reflection. Goal Setting. Getting the Most Out of Every Class. 2. Human Behavior. The Importance of Understanding Human Behavior: An Overview. Influences on Human Behavior. Self-Image and Self-Esteem: An Overview. Effects of Success and Failure on Achievement. 3. Overcoming Barriers to Achieve Success. Today's College Students. The Great Balancing Act. Barriers and Deterrents Facing Students. Methods for Overcoming Deterrents. Part II: SHAPING AND COMMUNICATING YOUR IDEAS. 4. Learning Strategies. Functions of the Brain in Learning. Learning Styles and Type Preferences. Active Learning. Teamwork in the Classroom. Successful Skills for Learning.?Technology in the Classroom. 5. Communication Skills for Student Success. Importance of Communication: An Overview. Effective Verbal Communication. Effective Written Communication. Tools to Assist with Writing. 6. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. Critical and Creative Thinking. Problem Solving. Decision Making. Personal Traits and Decision-Making Skills. Using Professional Resources. Part III: HARNESSING INFORMATION. 7. Information Literacy. Introduction to Information Literacy. Defining Digital Literacy. Research: Strategies and Issues. Library Resources: The Basics. The Internet: Broadening the Resource Pool. 8. Legal and Ethical Issues in the Academic Environment. Legal and Ethical Issues: Overview. Legal Issues: Harassment and Discrimination. Ethical Issues: Academic Honesty. Conflict Resolution. Part IV: SUCCESS STRATEGIES FOR PERSONAL WELL-BEING. 9. Financial Considerations for School Success. Finances and College. Financial Resources for College. Major Purchases and Buying Insurance. Saving for the Future. 10. Nutrition and Fitness Strategies for the Successful Student. Nutrition and Fitness: An Overview. Nutrition: A Key Factor in Health and Energy Level. Sleep: An Essential Activity for the Successful Student. Exercise: Strategies for Avoiding Fatigue and Optimizing Energy.