College Guides, Student Life, Study Skills 

And You Thought Getting into College Was Hard . . .Students who assume they can figure out college on the fly often learn things the hard way—they look back and think, “If only I’d known this from the start!” College Rules! will save you the time and trouble, setting you up for academic success from the get-go. Lesson #1: College is different from high school, and even those who were at the top of their class will need practical advice on how to successfully transition to college life. This updated and expanded third edition of College Rules! reveals strategies that aren’t taught in lectures, including how to: Study smarter—not harderPlan a manageable course scheduleMaster e-learning technologiesInteract effectively with profsBecome a research pro—at the library and onlineOrganize killer study groupsFeel engaged—even in “yawn” coursesSurvive the stresses of exam weekSucceed even as an alternative or adult studentSet yourself up for stellar recommendations Saving time, energy, and aggravation by doing everything right the first time will free you up for that pizza break, ultimate frisbee game, or ski trip even quicker. Why? Because College Rules! - from Amzon