Personal Survival Guide Tenisha Freston Axia College of University of Phoenix GEN-105 Skills for Learning in an Information Age Mary Newhams August 16, 2009 INTRODUCTION The following is a survival guide to completing college. A collaboration of resources that I have found useful is included. Each topic includes a reason each resource is so important for a successful college experience. USING AXIA’S EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES The technological tools such as e-books and audio lessons provided by Axia are really helpful. With the option of audio reading materials I know exactly how long listening to these learning materials will take.
I would like to develop how to write better transition sentences from one subject to another. I am also good at formatting documents so they are visually stimulating. Andy I am good with excel and powerpoint, and will help wherever needed Patty I am a leader and willing to do whatever it takes to get the task done. Mitch I enjoy editing, researching, and writing mainly. I typically will adapt to whatever is the team’s greatest need and constantly communicate.
VARK is a magnificent tool online that simply helps identify the different types of learning styles that are out there and helps guide individuals in the right path as far as learning goes. VARK stands for Visual, Aural, Read/write, and last but not least Kinesthetic. Visual, Aural, and Read/write mean exactly what they say. These individuals learn best by doing just that. Visual learners need to see things in order to learn, aural learners are better when they hear the information, and reading/writing learners perform best reading information and writing it down.
I finally had self- confidence and the drive to make the most of my career as I neared completion of Banker’s College. Finally completing bankers college only started a drive for personal interest in a full fledged college degree and a chance at a new dream that I one day would like to complete, my own day care. I returned to an online college in a degree program for Early Childhood so I could prove to my family that I could graduate with honors and receive a diploma and I did with an Associate’s Degree the proudest moment of my life. I now have the chance to do many things with my college degree as well as returning to college and adding to it to
My personal plan for my academic future is to push myself to do better in school and achieve the goal that I set for myself of a 4.0 GPA. By doing this it will show future employers of my dedication to not only my studies but to my future dedication that I can bring to their company. As for as my personal plan for my career future, I know that my degree of choice is very versatile to many different types of companies. I am, also, open to expanding my knowledge in the business field because I think that I can be of use in any different areas of many different businesses. By completing my degree and achieving
I believe I am an exceptional candidate for this program. I am mentally prepared for this. AP history will help me strengthen my writing skills, which I will use time and again throughout life. Additionally gaining a better understanding of university level course work is important for my growth. The first and most obvious benefit is the GPA factor of AP classes.
What is your biggest concern right now about using Web Tycho? This is my first class with UMUC so I want to make sure I establish a good patern for using the the Web Tycho site. I do like the fact that the site has all the assignments available for planning which allows you get ahead of schedule if you events coming up that will not all you to work on your class during the week. That's it! Remember--submit the answers to these questions in your assignment folder and then email me a note to let me know you are finished with the orientation
I would like to pursue a career in computer science and eninering. I've always been interested in computer technology and electronics as well as how its created, develops, and evolves. I think transferring to this institution would be a great opportunity to continue pursuing my career. This institution is the right one for me not becouse it will make my credentials
I believe that people learn best when experiences are hands on a self directed. I am highly proficient at the computer and familiar with all programmes. I consistently use the computer to make sessions interactive by incorporating videos, lyrics from songs and poems to make sessions interactive, challenging and memorable. As an ambitious person, I have always tried to promote my own professional development where ever possible. I am keen to try new things and am open to new ideas and approaches.
Critical Thinking Reflection R. D. H. HUM/114 D. C. 2015 Receiving a college degree can improve my career opportunities by opening a new line of work to better my future, not only for financial reasons but also this will improve my knowledge skills as well. During the time period I chose to go for my Bachelor’s Degree in Web Design was while I was looking for work. I was on a job site and did not notice that I did not uncheck the little square box about furthering my education. I honestly did not give it much thought until I received a call from University of Phoenix advisor, I explained my situation to him. He informed me that they did not have a program for welding, however I enclosed that I had an eye out for Web Design.