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On campus I read either at the library or in my room at my desk, and at my home I read in my bedroom.
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The thing that distracts me most is my phone. The second I get a notification I have the urge to check my phone. To control it I put my phone on silent mode, and I put it out of my eyesight so it can't distract me.
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I have mostly online textbooks, so I use the tools on the website to highlight things to help me understand the material more.
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Preparing, reading, capturing the key ideas, and reviewing. I think reading will take the most time.
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I feel more prepared because I have an idea of what to look for instead of going in blind. Knowing what to look for makes me more confident and less overwhelmed. Also, knowing what I need to find makes me more focused.
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Most college graduates later look back on their college years as one of the best times in their lives.
True
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To do well in college, you basically have to give up everything else in life for a while.
False
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If you sit back, wait patiently, and stick it out long enough, success in college will inevitably come to you.
False
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Attitude is one of the most important factors affecting college success.
True
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Life in college usually differs in many ways from one’s previous life in high school or in the workforce. What are the biggest changes you are experiencing now or anticipate experiencing this term?
The campus is so much bigger and I don't know everyone like I did in high school.
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What do you value that will you likely have less time or money to spend on while in college?
Seeing my family and friends and spending time with them.
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What do you value that will be richer in your future life because you will have a college education
I think learning will be richer in the future because I will learn how to appreciate and love learning.
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Which of the following are benefits of a college education?
5
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Participating in clubs, organized activities
2
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Going to parties
0
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Talking on the telephone, texting, e-mail
2
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Going to religious services
0
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Attending classes
5
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Cleaning house
4
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Volunteering your time for a good cause
2
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Setting your own schedule
3
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Engaging in your hobbies
4
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Having a positive romantic relationship
3
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Being your own boss
2
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Exercising, being physically active
3
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Eating nice meals out
1
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Going to movies or entertainments
1
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Meeting new people
2
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Looking good, personal hygiene
3
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Working your job
4
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Getting out in nature
1
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Enjoying time alone
3
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Watching television
1
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Having nice clothing
1
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Studying and reading textbooks
3
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Being liked by others
0
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Shopping
1
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Traveling to new places
3
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Reading a good book
1
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Sleeping
5
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Online social networking
1
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Cooking
3
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Playing computer or video games
0
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Hanging out with friends
4
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Playing sports
1
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Staying current with the news
3
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Having intelligent conversations
4
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Having a nice car
1
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Learning new things about your interests
2
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Having good friends
3
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Making a good income
2
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Are you confident you will be able to overcome any possible difficulties in completing college?
Yes because I have a very large support system at home.
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What do you anticipate will be the most difficult part of completing college?
Balancing my time and staying focused.
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How many courses will you need to take per term to finish college in your planned time period?
Around 5 courses
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How long do you anticipate being in college?
I anticipate being in college for 4 years.
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