This was a required textbook for an introductory college course. This was a preparatory class I was enrolled in for my bachelor's degree. The class was "Skills for Success" and used the strategies in this book to prepare students. The textbook also has "try it" exercises and journal reflections for students to self-evaluate and to keep track of progress made.

POWER: Prepare, Organize, Work, Evaluate, Re-think.

The strategies in this book are covered in three parts:

#1.) Getting Started
#2.) Using P.O.W.E.R for Academic Success
#3.) Life Beyond the Classroom

Part one covers how to become a successful student; making the most of your time; recognizing how you learn, who you are, and what you value.

Part two discusses how to take notes; steps for taking tests; building reading skills; writing and speaking; memory; choosing a course and major; along with technology and information competency.

Part three covers how to make good decisions; diversity and relationships with others; money matters; stress, health, and wellness.

While these things seem academic, the textbook can be an invaluable tool to help some prioritize as well as see their strengths and weaknesses. ( )