Lecture Notes

A Professor's Inside Guide to College Success

Philip Mitchell Freeman, Ph.D

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Ten Speed Press
15 April 2010

Journalistic style guides; Education; Higher & further education, tertiary education

A friendly, practical primer for incoming college students on how to successfully transition from high school to the halls of academe by the professor everyone wishes they could have as their faculty advisor.

If you're an incoming freshman facing the culture shock of campus life, reeling under the weight of scholastic expectations, and feeling the pressure of overwhelming financial commitments-don't panic! Lectures Notes counters the confusion with an insider's perspective on navigating these challenges and many more. Professor Philip Freeman reveals the three sure-fire rules for a great college experience, offers solid strategies for fostering crucial relationships with faculty advisors, and sets you up for four years of success-and beyond. Packed with practical advice, Lectures Notes is a must read for every college-bound high school senior, whether you're attending a small-town junior college, a sprawling mega-campus, or an ivy-league university. Don't leave home without it!

By: Philip Mitchell Freeman Ph.D
Imprint: Ten Speed Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 132mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 172g
ISBN: 9781580087544
ISBN 10: 158008754X
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 15 April 2010
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

CONTENTS preface—vi the three rules for college success—1 high school versus college—9 types of professors—15 colleges and professors—29 how to find the best teachers—38 good relations—46 advising—53 the classroom—63 taking notes—71 how to read a book—78 writing great papers—87 research papers—97 how to study for a test—112 recommendations—123 the top ten ways to annoy your professors—129 handling problems—137 international and nontraditional students—142 conclusion—147 index—150

PHILIP FREEMAN holds a doctorate from Harvard University and is currently the chair of classical languages at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. The recipient of numerous teaching awards and honors, he has been a visiting scholar at the American Academy in Rome, the Center for Hellenic Studies in Washington, D.C., and the Harvard Divinity School. Professor Freeman's previous books include Julius Caesar, The Philosopher and the Druids, and St. Patrick of Ireland.

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It may not be on the syllabus, but this is one kind of college prep you shouldn t skip! --Seventeen.com, April 10, 2010 It may not be on the syllabus, but this is one kind of college prep you shouldn't skip! --Seventeen.com, April 10, 2010