Keys to Success: Building Analytical, Creative, and Practical Skills - Softcover

Praise from instructors and students for Keys to Success, 6th Edition: There's nothing I DON'T like about Keys to Success. What I like most is thatmy students actually READ the book. The style far exceeds other texts in its welcoming, engaging atmosphere. My students use the information and strategies in the text. How could I ask for more? Patricia Parma, Palo Alto College I rate this text an "A." Keys is one of the most important books that our students will read. The value it holds for coursework and their life's work cannot be overstated. Billy Davis, Florida Community College at Jacksonville User-friendly, interesting to read... full of tips and strategies students can use. Katherine Hansen, Minnesota State University A very well laid out, student friendly, clearly written text that addresses 21st century student issues and concerns about attending college. Deryl Davis Fulmer, Milwaukee Area Technical College Keys to Success provides an exceptional overview of academic study skills. . . . The book also introduces the idea of "Successful Intelligence." The practices it describes are perfect for helping students be successful in college. As a matter of fact, the practices are just as applicable to life and work as they are to college. Elaine J. Casquarelli, Santa Fe Community College I think the text is excellent and supports lifelong learning. The writing style... suggests a conversation between the text and its reader. Clear, "fresh," comprehensive and focuses on the "whole" student. Sound theoretical base. Christine A. Lottman, University of Cincinnati Students with every type of learning style will be able to learn and apply the concepts in [this text] in a lasting manner. LanitaLegan, TexasState University This is a very easily read, high-interest text, yet is right on as far as credibility and level of difficulty. . . It is well-balanced, with equal emphasis on affective skills, as well as the academic skills needed in college. Linda Lemkau, North Idaho College I like the layout and design. The reading level is easy, yet not condescending. The book is engaging. There is wonderful information presented in a concise, understandable, practical, usable manner. It is such a positive and practical text. Compared to other texts, I'd give it a definite thumbs up. Jeanine Long, Southwest Georgia Technical College I would give this text an "A" because it is very easy to understand, helpful, and provides many ways to learn the material. Mayra Pena, Student, Golden West College Keys to Success is an invaluable resource. It walks the reader through transitioning to college and demonstrates how to build intelligence that will help in allcollege classes. David G. Horn, Student, Denison University Unlike other textbooks that focus on lecturing with a certain heaviness, Carter's Keysis more interactive. Never once while reading did I feel discouraged; rather, Keysinspired and encouraged me to take the next step in my academic career with confidence. Laura Daugherty, Student, University of Colorado--Boulder The impact this book has had on my college career is invaluable. Time management is crucial and Keys to Successhas helped me learn how to efficiently manage my school work and personal life. Joshua Adam Carter, Student, The Ohio State University The work ethic Carter teaches in Keys to Success can be applied not only in the class or workplace, but in personal areas. Keys thoroughly explains the skills needed to get ahead and teaches you how to effectively implement them in your own life. Torey L. Greenwald, Student, University of Florida

The Keys message is simple - When students understand how material will help them get where they want to go, they will become more motivated and able to retain what they learn. Because this text shows readers how what helps them succeed in colllege will also serve them on the job and in life, Keys to Success, appeals to every age (traditional and older) and stage (full-time, part-time, working, parenting) of student.