99 Motivators for College Success

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CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Apr 18, 2012 - Education - 158 pages
In 99 Motivators(tm) for College Success, Perry Binder is one part professor, one part career mentor, and one part classroom cheerleader. His Motivators, insightful stories, and takeaways are presented in bite-sized tips and quotes on college success in class, in career choices, and in life. Most of the Motivators are serious, some are quirky, and they all have universal messages for college and high school students. In this book, Perry gives away all of his teaching secrets, including advice on how to study for multiple choice exams and how to write model essay exam answers.Main Sections:I. Motivators for Success in Picking a Major or Career Path (Motivators 1-33)- Quick Stories Before Picking a Career PathII. Motivators for Success in the Classroom (Motivators 34-66)- Quick Stories from the ClassroomIII. Motivators for Success in Adjusting to College Life (Motivators 67-99)- Quick Stories for College LifeOther Sections include:- Read the Contract! (and other Lessons)- Graduation- Epilogue: L.I.G.H.T. B.U.L.B. Moments for New Professors and TeachersAppendix:- How to Study for Straightforward Multiple Choice Questions- How to Approach "Application" Multiple Choice Questions - How to Write a College Essay Exam Answer - Bonus: How to Write a Law School Essay Exam Answer - Books that Motivate Professor BinderFROM PROFESSOR BINDER'S FORMER STUDENTS: Perry Binder was not only a Professor, but a Mentor. His classes were not about memorizing material, but taking it and applying to real-life scenarios. ~ Lizette Olaechea Perry's class was more than just another class for me, it was a decision making catalyst, and had a huge impact on my future. ~ Kevin Crayon I will never forget coming back from surgery and the first thing Perry does is start the class on a welcome back chant for me. ~ Kevin ClodfelterMore information available: www.99Motivators.com

About the author (2012)

Perry Binder, J.D. is an Assistant Professor of Legal Studies at Georgia State University, and blogs for the College section of The Huffington Post. His unique teaching style was crafted from years spent in hilarious classrooms and frenzied courtrooms, and from his belief that humor and self-awareness are the key ingredients for effective learning. Perry received the Robinson College of Business Service Excellence and Teaching Excellence Awards in 2011 and 2005 respectively, and in 2008, he received the MBA Crystal Apple Teaching Award. Years earlier, he litigated complex business cases in Miami, and received the Dade County Bar Association's Pro Bono Award, for service to individuals unable to afford legal counsel. Perry is a member of the National Speakers Association and a former radio talk show host who frequently appears in the media, including USA Today, The New York Times, The Atlanta Journal Constitution, Associated Press, The Financial Times, CBS Radio, Court TV Radio, and ESPN Classic. Perry Binder, J.D. is an Assistant Professor of Legal Studies at Georgia State University, and blogs for the College section of The Huffington Post. His unique teaching style was crafted from years spent in hilarious classrooms and frenzied courtrooms, and from his belief that humor and self-awareness are the key ingredients for effective learning. Perry received the Robinson College of Business Service Excellence and Teaching Excellence Awards in 2011 and 2005 respectively, and in 2008, he received the MBA Crystal Apple Teaching Award. Years earlier, he litigated complex business cases in Miami, and received the Dade County Bar Association's Pro Bono Award, for service to individuals unable to afford legal counsel. Perry is a member of the National Speakers Association and a former radio talk show host who frequently appears in the media, including USA Today, The New York Times, The Atlanta Journal Constitution, Associated Press, The Financial Times, CBS Radio, Court TV Radio, and ESPN Classic.

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