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"In Straight A's Are NOT Enough, the reader will discover: A flexible time management system Research-based learning strategies Test-preparation without cramming 20 strategie for organizing information 10 ways of thinking 10 pathways to long-lastin memory Ways to strengthen concentration and willpower skills employers want most How to get a great, life-changing education. 101 practical learning strategies how recent studies of the brain change what we know about learning ""While this survey of best practices in learning is targeted to college students, its recommendations are useful for learners of all ages."" Howard Gardner, Hobbs Porfessor of Cognition and Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education ""In Straight A's Are Not ENOUGH, Judy Fishel covers everything a young person needs to know in order to gain a first-class education. Her emphasis on authentic learning is a breath of fresh air, and will inspire young people to form lifelong learning habits. This is a great book for the student in your life, whether they need to polish their study skills or are ready to tackle more advanced strategies for learning."" Daniel H. Pink, author of DRIVE and A WHOLE MIND ""This book dazzled me with its depth and practicality. After reading it, I realized how horribly inefficient my approach to learning was. It includes a smorgasbord of approaches from which students can select the strategies that best suit their learning styles. It offers ideas for everyone. Gayle H. Swift, Co-founder of GIFT Gamily Services A comparison of this book (the first edition) and the soon to be available second edition) Some readers appreciate the length and detail in the first edition. They may find the 101 practical learning strategies to be helpful. For that reason, it will continue to be available. The second edition is smaller and shorter. It leaves out many of the sections that students don't really need to know, focusing on what students will find most helpful. This means students will find if easier to read while getting all the important concepts. It also includes a chapter about Learning with your Brain Turned ON which students will both enjoy and find very helpful."

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"""While this survey of best practices is targeted to college students, its recommendations are useful for learners of all ages. "" Howard Gardner Hobbs Professor of Cognition and Education Harvard Graduate School of Education ""In STRAIGHT A's ARE NOT ENOUGH, Judy Fishel covers everything a young person needs to know in order to gain a first-class education. Her emphasis on authentic learning is a breath of fresh air, and will inspire young people to form lifelong learning habits. This is a great book for the student in you life, whether they need to polish their study skills or are ready to tackle more advanded strategies for learning."" Daniel H. Pink author of DRIVE and A WHOLE NEW MIND ""I must say, as a higher education professional, I found this book to be very refreshing. The book challenges the reader to go beyond the culturally acceptable forms of educational attment through extrinsic recognition i.e. grades, and instead to strive to learn for the sake of learning."" Mirtha Novalien Baily Nova Southeastern University, Orlando, FL ""I teach First Year Experience at a university and Fishel includes a lot of concepts in her book that college freshmen need to learn o be successful. I appreciate the discussion of ""Intentional Learning"" and the attempt to get students beyond the hyper-focus on grades to concentrate instead on the purpose of learning."" Liz B. ""Straight A's Are Not Enough is the answer to a motivated studennt's prayer: achieve improved results with less effort....This book dazzled me with its dept and practicality. After reading it, I realized how horribly inefficient my approach to learning was. It includes a Smorgasbord of approaches from which students can select the strategies that best suit their learning styles. It offers ideas for everyone."" Gayle H. Swift Co-founder GIFT Family Serives Author: ABC, Adoption & Me. "" The format, straightforward presentation, reader friendly format, and Judy Fishel's authenticity and writing style all combine to motivate the reader to discover or rediscover the enjoyment of learning and challenge them to take charge of their own educcation. It will also help professional educators to pass on these learning strategies to their students. Richard R. Black Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Reviewer Bookwatch"

While this survey of best practices is targeted to college students, its recommendations are useful for learners of all ages. Howard Gardner Hobbs Professor of Cognition and Education Harvard Graduate School of Education In STRAIGHT A's ARE NOT ENOUGH, Judy Fishel covers everything a young person needs to know in order to gain a first-class education. Her emphasis on authentic learning is a breath of fresh air, and will inspire young people to form lifelong learning habits. This is a great book for the student in you life, whether they need to polish their study skills or are ready to tackle more advanded strategies for learning. Daniel H. Pink author of DRIVE and A WHOLE NEW MIND I must say, as a higher education professional, I found this book to be very refreshing. The book challenges the reader to go beyond the culturally acceptable forms of educational attment through extrinsic recognition i.e. grades, and instead to strive to learn for the sake of learning. Mirtha Novalien Baily Nova Southeastern University, Orlando, FL I teach First Year Experience at a university and Fishel includes a lot of concepts in her book that college freshmen need to learn o be successful. I appreciate the discussion of Intentional Learning and the attempt to get students beyond the hyper-focus on grades to concentrate instead on the purpose of learning. Liz B. Straight A's Are Not Enough is the answer to a motivated studennt's prayer: achieve improved results with less effort....This book dazzled me with its dept and practicality. After reading it, I realized how horribly inefficient my approach to learning was. It includes a Smorgasbord of approaches from which students can select the strategies that best suit their learning styles. It offers ideas for everyone. Gayle H. Swift Co-founder GIFT Family Serives Author: ABC, Adoption & Me. The format, straightforward presentation, reader friendly format, and Judy Fishel's authenticity and writing style all combine to motivate the reader to discover or rediscover the enjoyment of learning and challenge them to take charge of their own educcation. It will also help professional educators to pass on these learning strategies to their students. Richard R. Black Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Reviewer Bookwatch

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