Foundations of Learning, 4th Edition

This book is geared towards first-year or freshman experience courses, but serves equally well as an additional resource in any class where students would benefit from 'learning how to learn.' With its emphasis on transferable learning skills, students develop and improve skills such as reading, writing, problem-solving, using methodologies, planning, working in teams, prioritizing, and so forth-the critical and foundational skills that enable them to succeed not only in college but in life and society as well. With an innovative use of student profiles and storytelling, Foundations of Learning is a valuable resource in fostering student growth and student success. Foundations of Learning is based on the philosophy of Process Education™ and upholds the highest standards of guided-inquiry learning. With its innovative use of student profiles and storytelling, as well as exercises that encourage students to create a life-vision portfolio and use self-assessment, Foundations of Learning is a valuable resource in fostering student growth and student success.