1. EDUC 1300 CLASS NORMS  Be respectful.  Be positive.  Be helpful/resourceful.  Be punctual.  Avoid creating distractions.

2. Chapter: Change

3. In this chapter you will learn  The relationship between your education and the new global economy  What skills employers are seeking  The truths about career college success  The differences between high school, college, and career  The nuts and bolts of goal setting SLO 4.2 Write and prioritize short-term and long-term goals related to your time at Houston Community College.

4. In groups of three, create a list to answer the following question. What skills do employers want?

5. What Do Employers Want?  Versatile knowledge and skills  Computer literacy  The ability to learn new skills quickly  Accuracy  Attention to detail  Self-confidence  Tact  Humor  Character

6. Essential Cornerstones for Success Seek excellence as a communicator Become a desirable employee Practice loyalty and trustworthiness Walk with confidence and make bold decisions Use critical thinking skills Manage your priorities well Multiply by multitasking Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 3

7. Essential Cornerstones for Success Cont.  Stay current and build transferable skills  Continue to get experience and education  Avoid internet and social media blunders  Watch your credit rating  Remain open minded  Practice accountability  Polish your human relation skills Pg. 6 Figure 1.1

8. What Can College Do for You?  Become more civically/politically engaged  Become more open-minded and accepting  Develop problem solving skills  Develop Computer/information literacy skills  Become more financially independent  Become a life-long learner Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 6

10. Education, Pay, & Unemployment Statistics of Full-time Workers, 25 and over Unemployment RateEducation LevelMean Earnings 2.4%Professional Degree$103, 411 1.9%Doctorate Degree$88, 867 4.0%Master’s Degree$69, 958 5.40%Bachelor’s Degree$57, 026 7.0%Associate’s Degree$44, 086 9.2%Some college$40, 556 10.3%High School Graduate$34, 197 14.9%Less than H.S. Graduate$27, 470 Dept. of Labor, 2009 (pg. 13)

12. In groups of three answer this question How is college different from high school?

13. Basic Truths about College Success #1. Success is about choices, sacrifices, and making intelligent transitions #2. Your education is a two-way street #3. You’re in charge here- Self-motivation and - responsibility required -no “victim mentality” allowed p. 14

14. Basic Truths Cont. #4. Self-management will be your key to success #5. This is not high school (see pgs. 15-16) #6. Eliminate “This isn’t Harvard” syndrome

15. Bringing About Change  Change is a skill – it is learned  Change takes time – slow and systematic  Change requires an attitude adjustment  Change demands action – you must participate  Change is about working toward something  Change is about letting go and holding on Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 9

16. Eliminating Roadblocks  Eliminate “I CAN’T Syndrome”  Focus on positive aspects of life  Eliminate negative thoughts and self-talk  Visualize your success  Take responsibility  What company do you keep?  Seek out positive, optimistic people  Avoid contaminated people who tear you down

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18. Goal Setting

19. Create a short term (near future, less than 1 yr.) and long term goal (more than 1 yr.) in each of the following categories: Education Financial Social Life  Start with, “I will” Example: Education- I will receive an A in EDUC 1300. See pgs. 18-19

20. Practice  I will lose weight.  I will get a bachelor’s degree.  I will make friends.

21. Chapter Reflections  Evaluate your reasons for attending college.  Use and understand the cornerstones for success.  Work hard to be a winner, not a victim.  Use goal setting to help direct your life.  Don’t let change happen; get involved in your own learning. Copyright © 2011 by Pearson Education, Robert M. Sherfield & Patricia G. Moody, Cornerstone: Creating Success Through Positive Change, 6th Edition, Chapter 1, Slide 14

22. Chapter Review 1. According to this presentation, what skills do employers want? 2. A SMART goal means that your goal is? 3. How do expectations of you in college that differ from those of high school? 4. What are the truths about college success? 5. How can you be a winner instead of a victim?

23. Don’t forget to complete Portfolio Assignment A, pg.45.