Absorb what is useful

"Your future is created by what you do today, not tomorrow."

-Robert Kiyosaki

Your future is shaped and molded by the present doings you embark on. In chronological order it is the present that comes before the future. Your shaping of the future begins now whether you or not. A web of events will shape it and you will be the core and center of it.

SQ3R

SQ3R

SQ3R: A Great Reading and Studying Technique

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Improve Your Study Skills

SQ3R stands for:

Survey

Question

Read

Recite

Review

It is a proven technique to sharpen your study skills.

In college, you’ll be required to do lots of reading. You’ll often have to complete reading assignments in several different books for several different courses at the same time.

SQ3R helps make reading and studying purposeful and effective, so that you use your time most efficiently. Here’s how this strategy works.

Survey

Let’s say your assignment is to read one chapter. First, Get an idea of what the chapter is about by reviewing the highlights:

·         Read the title, headings and subheadings.

·         Notice words that italicized or bold.

·         Look at charts, graphs, pictures, maps, and other visual material

·         Read Captions

·         Read the very beginning and end of the chapter.

Choose the right

Ancient Aliens - The Von Däniken Legacy [Video]

Ancient Aliens - The Von Däniken Legacy [Video]

Evil, Reject It

"There is no justification ever for choosing any part of what  you know to be evil."

-Ayn Rand

I disagree, violence is evil in 17 years of life I've been away from it as much as possible. In tactics of defense to help a weaker individual or the safety of oneself this evil is the location to enter. Justified indeed but there is those whom will surpass the extent of violent defense. Which can also been seen as evil and cannot be justified.

Knowing is not enough, We must apply

"When I was teaching basketball, I urged my players to try their hardest to improve on that very day, to make that practice a masterpiece. This rule is even more important in life than basketball. You have to apply yourself each day to become a little better. By applying yourself to the task of becoming a little better each and every day over a period of time, you will become a lot better. Only then will you be able to approach being the best you can be. It begins by trying to make each day count and knowing you can never make up for a lost day."

-John Wooden

One must not be satisfied with their current form of person but driven to improve. Become better every day little by little. After those baby steps of improvement a greater outcome will result.

Reading

Reading

5 Tips for Success Tips 3-4

Tip 3: Do Research

Literary critics have written vast numbers of analytical and critical pieces on countless books. If you’re having trouble understanding a particular text, do some research and see what knowledgeable sources have to say about it. In addition to increasing your comprehension, you’ll also be showing initiative, something teachers always like to see. Always use legitimate and scholarly sources, not condensed study guides. Going into extra mile in your research elevates your achievement 10-fold

Tip4: Use a Dictionary

Make sure you have access to a dictionary when you’re reading. You can often figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, but sometimes you can’t. Rather than simply skipping over the words you don’t know, take the time to look them up. The results are well worth the effort. Your comprehension will increase greatly, and you’ll build your vocabulary at the same time.

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Wrong feels Wrong

"Every time I've done something that doesn't feel right, it's ended up not being right."

-Mario Cuomo

Every time the man had done what appeared to be wrong ended up being wrong. Choose the right and do whats right.

5 Reading Tips/ 1-2

Reading

 5 Tips for Success

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/189995.html

Reading and writing go hand in hand. The better you understand a text, the more likely you are to successfully communicate your thoughts about it in writing. So it’s important to develop strong skills in both areas. With that in mind, here’s how to improve your reading comprehension.

Tips 1-2

Tip 1 Annotate

Be an active reader. Instead of passively reading a text, take notes about important story elements, key factual information and significant ideas in the text.

Tip 2: Note the Author’s Writing Style

Every author writes with a purpose, using deliberate methods to successfully relate specific information to the audience. When you’re reading, look for patterns in the author’s writing. For example, you may notice a repetition of key words, phrases or symbols – or the use of a distinct type of sentence structure. Authors employ these writing strategies to help readers comprehend a central argument or theme, so be sure to explore how these techniques create meaning.

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Don't Complain

The Three Don'ts 

Don't Whine

Don't Complain

Don't make make excuses

A cowardice whines, complains, and makes excuses to avoid confrontation with his/her conflicts.

Stay Motivated

5 tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 3-5

3. Set Attainable Goals

If you’re having trouble writing a 25-page paper for class because it seems like such a big job, don’t focus on that final number. Break the paper down and consider each section of your paper individually. You can handle any project in small chunks.

4. Find a Social Support Network

Create a group of people around you who want to help you succeed. Mentors can be teachers or family friends who can give you guidance and help you develop new skills. Counselors can help you with planning your courses and starting to explore colleges. You can also reach out to friends and peers who can motivate you by listening and sharing ideas.

5. Acknowledge Your Accomplishments

Give yourself a quick reward when you complete an assignment or task. Take a walk, send an email, get a snack. Then move on to the next project.

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To Live Is To Die-MetallicA

"The Three Nevers" 

Never Lie

Never Cheat 

Never Steal

-John Wooden

I like this quote never cheat,steal, or lie. I dislike people whom steal and lie to others. Cheating a shortcut to get cut short.

Staying Motivated

5Tips for Staying Motivated

Tips 1-2

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/boost-your-skills/8454.html

To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all times. But sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated, even when you really care about the work you’re doing. Here are five ways to stay on the right track.

1.       Focus on High-Impact Activities

The key to success in school is staying focused on your course work. Make a list to get an overall picture of your workload before you start to tackle any of it. Then, make a plan. Although it’s tempting to do the simplest assignments first, those that take more time and effort to accomplish are probably the ones that you’ll learn the most from. To determine what your priorities, are rank your time and devote more energy toward those that have the greatest impact on your course work and grades. For example, even though all homework assignments are important, studying for a midterm exam takes priority over writing a paragraph for English class. As you complete each task, think of it as another step on your way to college success.

2.        

Create New Challenges

Changing your approach can help you stay interested in what you’re doing. If you’ve been given an assignment last year, try a poem this time. For book reports, pick a history book instead of another biography.

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POSI

"You have only always to do what is right. It will become easier by practice, and you enjoy in the midst of your trials the pleasure of an approving conscience."

-Robert E. Lee

You have all the time to do what is right my fren. It will become easier to do the more often it's done. 

Control your homework

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn’t Control You

Part 3

Take Advantage of Any Free Time

If you have a study period or a long bus ride, use the time to review notes, prepare for an upcoming class or start your homework. Flash cards are a great learning tool. They are easy to make, easy to handle, and area a marvelous tool to help you learn and remember anything. Punch a hole in the upper left corner of each index card and connect the stack of your flash cards with a ring. Then the cards are bound and not flopping around. Flash cards bound like this act like a small notebook with pages. You can even have separate ringed stacks for each subject. WHATEVER YOU WANT TO REMEMBER, PUT IT ON A CARD.

Study with a Friend

Get together with friends and classmates to quiz each other, compare notes and predict test questions. Consider joining a study group.

Communicate

If you have concerns about the amount or type of homework you havr havr, you may want to talk to your family, teachers or counselor. They can help you understand how much time you need to allot for homework and how to manage your tasks.

Celebrate Your Achievements

Reward yourself for hitting milestones or doing something well.

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Davy Crockett Quote

Davy Crockett 1786-1836

"Be always sure you're right, then go ahead."

Bes ure you are correct after your assurance move on ahead.

Control Your Homework

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn't Control You

Part 2

Keep Things in Perspective

Know how much weight each assignment or test carries, and use your time accordingly. Don’t waste time, but be wise and smart. Doing the most important things first is being wise and smart.

Get More Involved

Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes, underlining sections, discussing topics with others or relating your homework to something you’re studying in another class. Learn actively and not passively. Be anxiously engaged in your studies and you will have a great experience. Demonstrate a good attitude toward home assignments, and you will begin to love doing it.

Organize the Information

People process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information, others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you’re having trouble.

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Character

"Character is higher than intellect"

Ralph Waldo Emerson

I highly disagree if intellect was lesser than character, humanity would desire character more over intellect.

Control before Controlled

Take Control of Homework

So It Doesn’t Control You

Part 1

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Although very few students love homework, it does serve a purpose. Homework helps you:

·         Reinforce what you’ve learned during the day.

·         Build study habits that are essential in college.

·         Prepare for your classes.

·         Get a sense of progress.

Here are some tips to help you deal with homework more efficiently and effectively.

Set the Mood

Create a good study area with everything you need (for example, a calculator). If you don’t have a quiet place at home, try your school or local library.

Know Where to Begin

Make a list of everything you need to do, and note all deadlines. Do the more difficult assignments first, so you don’t have to face them at the end.

Study at the Same Time Every Day

Even if you don’t have homework every night, use the time to review notes. If sitting down to work is part of your normal routine, you’ll approach it with less dread. Also, you’ll become a pro at using time productively.

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Mein Kumph, My Struggle

Mein kampf from Christopher Humber

Robert E. Lee quote

"I think it better to do right, even if we suffer in so doing, than to incur the reproach of our consciences and posterity."

Robert E. Lee

It is better to do what is right even if sufferance is involved, Non violent protests like Ghandi proposed are right even if we suffer.

Note Strategies

Note Taking Strategies

Part 4

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For Review

Once you’ve done all of the above, you’ll find you’ve created your own personalized study guide. Cover the main section of the page and use the key words and questions in the left margin as a quiz.

Stick to It

Review your notes the day you take them and all your notes once a week. That way, you won’t need to study as much when it’s test time. You’ve been doing the work all along. Try out the Cornell System, but if it doesn’t work for you, experiment with other methods. Ask your classmates how they take notes or ask a teacher for advice. Taking good notes requires practice, like any other skill. The more you work at it now, the more prepared you’ll be to take notes in college.

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Man Assaults women

Tony Farmer accused of assaulting his girlfriend sentenced to 2-3years prison. But as seen on the video and on the court the woman does not look the same. In the video she is light skinned and blonde. At court she is of a darker shade of skin tone and she is a brunnette. False accusations, extortion, or possibly hate between the individuals.

NOte Taking Strategies

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 3

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After Class

As soon as class ends, review your notes and fill in any blanks. Underline, highlight and use symbols to sort through the information. If you don’t understand something, get help from your teacher or classmates.

After you’ve reviewed all your notes from class, in the left-hand area of the page write down key words and questions your teacher might ask on a test.

At the bottom of each page, write a summary of the notes. This helps you digest what you’ve learned. It also improves your memory of the material for the long term and for tests down the road.

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NOte Taking Strategies

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 3

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After Class

As soon as class ends, review your notes and fill in any blanks. Underline, highlight and use symbols to sort through the information. If you don’t understand something, get help from your teacher or classmates.

After you’ve reviewed all your notes from class, in the left-hand area of the page write down key words and questions your teacher might ask on a test.

At the bottom of each page, write a summary of the notes. This helps you digest what you’ve learned. It also improves your memory of the material for the long term and for tests down the road.

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Listen to comprehend

"He listens well who takes notes."

Dante Alighieri

He who takes notes listens well.

Note-Taking Strategies

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 2

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During Class

One approach that has been proven effective is called the Cornell Note-Taking System. Here are some of its methods.

Start by using the main section of your page to take down your notes during class.be sure to leave space on the left side of the page and the bottom. Things to keep in mind:

1.      Get the speakers main point. Don’t write down every word you hear.

2.      Leave blanks in your notes to add explanations later.

3.      Organize as you write. Pay attentions to cues such as repetitions and emphasis.

4.      Indicate main and supporting points as you go.

5.      Jot down key vocabulary, important facts and formulas.

6.      Ask questions. If you’re confused it’s better to ask while the material is fresh in your mind.

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Manchester United Recap, 20th League Title

Manchester United

Two consecutive defeats the Red Devils suffer nothing new as it also occurred during the first leg of the champions league and fa cup ties against Chelsea and Real Madrid. Manchester bounced back to win games, outscore teams and keep clean sheets.

Transfer Speculation of Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, and Radamel Falcao worry me as the winger position and striker position are both taken to full capacity. Yes Young, Nani, and ValenciA haven't performed so well. But they were all struck by injury this season crippling their performances. Nani most notably out for over 10 games he found his form in the FA Cup. ValenciA has done poorly crosses off his creativity bad and his effectiveness on the pitch not noticeable. Young has done much better for me, despite his injuries. Making runs down either flank, tracking back to help defend. Using his technical skills to dribble or skill past a defender makes him a entertaining defender to watch. Nani also possessing such skills with a scary ability to strike the ball outside the 25 yard point. So I say keep Nani and Young although their coming back from injury they will be back!

Chicharito, Welbeck, Rooney, and Persie the striking force of the Red Devils. Welbeck should be let go, he's done very little for the team. In games where he's placed as the main striker he does not score! In a 4-4-2 formation alongside Chicharito I've found Welbeck to hog the ball a lot. If he has the ball and can pass it to Chicharito for the goal he will keep the ball.I've found Nani and Chicharito to play well together backed up with Anderson in Midfield. Supplying Chicharito with balls as he makes very good runs. Rooney hasn't had a amazing season mostly due to injury and his role as Midfield during the first half of the season. Van Persie, Rooney, Chicharito, that to me is the striking force Manchester has. With Sir Alex Ferguson rotating squads Chicharito is best played along with Anderson and Nani; Personal friendships maybe? The defense is a zone with much for help than midfield and forwards. With Evra reaching 32 Ferdinand almost 35 and Vidic at 31. Smalling, Evans, and Jones have done well. But when Rafael is unable to play Smalling takes the Right Back role. Taking away from the rest they can obtain, but with Fabio returning from Queens Park and Buttner maybe included in more games. Ferguson will have a stronger side, but spending on the summer transfer market will still be necessary.

Belief, Inner Belief

"When you believe you can-you can."

Dr. Maxwell Maltz

When one has belief in themselves on being capable of completing a task than you know you can do it.

Note Taking

Note-Taking Strategies

Part 1

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How to get your class notes into shape

Getting the most out of high school and college, means studying hard and using your time in class wisely. An effective note-taking strategy can help you do both. Here are the basics.

Stay Organized

It may seem obvious, but your class notes can only help you if you can find them. When you’re taking notes be sure to:

·         Keep all your notes in one place.

·         Date and number pages; keeping them in order makes it easier to understand them later.

Before class

Review the materials assigned for that class period thoroughly. Bring a list of any questions you may have.

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Fighting is wrong

"Tell me what is right and I will fight for it"

Woodrow Wilson

The battle to obtain what is right in the outcome. In all occurrences the bad(fighting) will be ignored and only the "good" will be looked at. Fight for what is right and fight against all wrong.

Virtual Classrooms

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 4 of 4

Emphasis on the Written Word

Most if the communication, as well as the course work, in distance-learning classes is written. That’s a plus, because the focus on the written word gives you the opportunity to develop as a writer – and strong writing skills are essential to academic success. However, if writing is a serious weakness for you, virtual learning may not be the best educational option until you improve your skills. Yes, most of distance education is the written word; therefore, you need to be a good reader, love to read, and love writing also. Most of your assignments will be written and submitted to the instructor in the written format.  Your penmanship needs to be excellent, spelling great, sentence structure above average, vocabulary extraordinary. You need to have online access with reliable equipment. If your Internet communications at home isn’t working, you can’t do online education from home and will need to go to someplace where you do have access to the Internet.

Decide Whether It’s Right for You

Distance education isn’t for everyone, but it just might be for you. You really should seek it out and give it a try. You never know until you try. You might even fall in love with the distance education. While distance education may be the perfect alternative for some students, it’s not the right choice for everyone. So carefully consider your unique needs and interests and give distance education a try; then, decide if it is right for you.

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Present Built Future

"You must live in the present to secure your future."

Reverend Robert Craig

Your future is built upon your present actions. To secure your future you must manufacture it during the present time.

Distance Education

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Challenging Aspects of Distance Education

·         Lack if in-person interaction: Some educators argue that both teacher-student and student-student contact are essential to learning. In a distance-learning classroom, you may be able to participate in class discussions online in chat rooms, message boards or Web conferences – but it’s not the same as being with other students in a classroom.

·         Different level of quality: Many distance-education programs supply an excellent learning experience but others may not. Research any program before signing on to make sure it’s rigorous enough. If you are choosing your own program, look into its accreditation before enrolling

·         The need to self-start: Distance education lets you make your own schedules. If you have a hard time getting motivated, this might not be the ideal educational setting for you.

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What lies within

Student Success Statement

"What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us."

Ralph Waldo Emerson

What surrounds us physically and spiritually are small things compared to what lies within us.

Distance of Education

Distance education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 2

Positive Aspects of Distance Education

·         Independence and time management: Taking courses online lets you hone your ability to work on your own. You also gain experience in managing your time efficiently.

·         A flexible schedule: Schools can only provide a certain number of class periods in a single school day, and there may not be enough time for you take everything you want. Distance education lets you take classes outside regular school hours, it gives you flexibility to explore all you areas of interest.

·         Advanced and specialized classes: some schools can’t provide advanced or specialized classes. Distance education gives you the chance to gain experience in areas that would otherwise remain out of reach.

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Anonymous - Global Collapse Coming Soon [Video]

Alex Schwazer olympic defeat

Speed Walking a event in the olympics few people really anticipate and urge to watch. Competitive it is speed walking for a long distance over an hour. Alex Schwazer a prolific speedster won this event and got the gold medal, hooray!!! After the event it was known that Alex had taken illegal substances to help him win the game. He was in fact banned and left with the image of a cheater.

Distance Education

Distance Education: Is a Virtual Classroom for You?

Part 1

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You may want to take a class that your high school doesn’t offer. Under some circumstances, you can still enroll in the class- through distance learning.

Distance education means taking a class without being physically present where it is being taught. Internet-based technology lets students participate in lectures and class sessions online from almost anywhere.

Some high schools agree to recognize distance-learning credits when they don’t have the resources to offer a course themselves. Distance education is often used to increase options in rural areas and for AP courses.

For you, it might mean doing self-tutorial at home in the evening, or participating in a class that is 1,000 miles away, along with other high school students. Check with your school counselor to see what’s available.

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Don't Fear The Right

Student Success Statement

"You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right."

- Rosa Parks

Never fear reactions when accomplishing what is right.

Work and School

Balancing High school and part – time work

Part 5

Additional Tips

Although working and going to schools is challenging, it can be a rewarding experience if you use some foresight. These tips can help you handle the situation and make the most of your time:

·         Discuss your plans with your family. Balancing the demands of school and work is easier with their support.

·         Start slowly; don’t commit to working a lot of hours immediately.

·         Avoid time conflicts by planning your class and work schedules as far ahead of time as possible.

·         Use your times efficiently. You can use 10 minutes waiting in a line to go over a few pages of assigned reading. If your job has a lot of down time and your boss has no objection, you can use slow periods to do school work.

·         If you commute to your job on public transportation, bring your school work with you so you can work along the way.

·         Be flexible and willing to make sacrifices. You may have to cut down on some other things you like to do because of school and work commitments.

·         If you have too much on your plate, admit it. Then cut back as needed.

·         Schedule relaxation time. Everyone needs some downtime to stay happy and healthy.

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Drugs and the Olympics

Marion Jones a great athlete natural ability to sprint at top speeds. Winning gold medals at the olympics she was a star sprinter. She then did drugs and was condemned to 9months prison.

Balancing school and work

Balancing High School and part-time

Work

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