Lecture Notes: A Professor's Inside Guide to College Success

Author: Philip Mitchell Freeman
Publisher: TEN SPEED PR
Category: Writing & Editing Guides, Moral & Social Purpose Of Education, Moral & Social Purpose Of Education, Teaching Staff, Teaching Staff, Higher & Further Education, Tertiary Education, Higher & Further Education, Tertiary Education
Book Format: Paperback

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!

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.

Table Of Contents
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
About Philip Mitchell Freeman
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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