Applying Positive Habits
As a refresher to this week’s readings, consider learning more about making a commitment to learn and apply positive habits by completing this week’s recommended Connect Activities.
Option A: E-Mail
Write a 50- to 175-word e-mail to a student that discusses the strategies you are learning about this week. Ensure you include answers to the following:
What are some notetaking strategies?
What are some tips to sort through vast amounts of information on the web? How do you ensure you are finding authoritative information?
How can developing good study habits help you to avoid plagiarism in your future studies or in the workplace?
Tip: When writing your e-mail, review the sections in Chapter 7 titled, “Writing Effective E-Mail Messages” and “Netiquette: Showing Civility on the Web.”
Option B: Pamphlet
Create a handout to inform college students the strategies you are learning about this week. Ensure you include answers to the following in 50 to 175 words:
What are some notetaking strategies?
What are some tips to sort through vast amounts of information on the web? How do you ensure you are finding authoritative information?
How can developing good study habits help you to avoid plagiarism in your future studies or in the workplace?
Tip: Use the template provided for you or use the Brochure Builder.
