Written to and for students, Coil helps them discover and boost their strengths; assists them in identifying and improving their weak points; and aids them in becoming successful achievers. Coil has updated, revised, and expanded this popular Student Guide that complements her educator resources Motivating Underachievers and Encouraging Achievement. Chapters include explorations, discussions, and student responses to the topics of self-confidence, goal setting, motivation, time management and organization, study skills, tests and other assessments, and dealing with 'The System.' It also features an inventory of characteristics of achievers; graphic organizer to plan backwards to achieve goals; checklists to identify learning styles and modalities; an organization quiz; study skills checklists, techniques, and suggestions; test taking hints and rubrics; and understanding 'The System.' Grades 4 and up. |
