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Foundations : A Reader for New College Students

Name: Foundations : A Reader for New College Students
Author: Virginia N. Gordon, Thomas L. Minnick
ISBN: 9780534524302

by Virginia N. Gordon, Thomas L. Minnick

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This reader includes several essays and articles on each topic, giving students the chance to consider a number of different perspectives. Gordon and Minnick include personal essays, research-based articles, and other insightful ways of looking at the total college experience. Questions and journal activities accompany the readings to encourage class discussion and personal reflection.

About the Author, Virginia N. Gordon, Thomas L. Minnick

Virginia N. Gordon is Adjunct Associate Professor of Education at The Ohio State University and Assistant Dean Emeritus of University College at Ohio State.

Thomas L. Minnick is Special Assistant to the Vice Provost of Minority Affairs at The Ohio State University.

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This textbook comprises a collection of essays, each introduced and supplemented with discussion questions and vocabulary lists, on various issues of interest to students beginning college. Among the topics: what to expect from classes and living arrangements, how to succeed academically, and how to handle the many facets of college experience. The essays are a compendium of pieces by college administrators, magazine columnists, and professionals from various fields. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)