ACADEMIC SKILLS

American Psychological Association (2000). Graduate Study in Psychology.

Graduate Study in Psychology offers complete practical information about over 500 psychology programs in the United States and Canada. This edition provides current facts about programs and degrees offered, admission requirements, application information, financial aid, tuition, and housing.

Ellis, Dave (2007). Becoming a Master Student (11^th Edition).

The long-standing best seller in student success, Becoming a Master Student gives students a framework for examining their lives from a self-discovery perspective. Through a student-created and value-based approach to life and learning, the text inspires and motivates students to acquire and develop the skills needed for success in college and throughout life. Articles, strategies, and exercises help students understand their strengths and weaknesses, set goals, and practice academic and life skills.

Gardner, John & Jewler, Jerome (2007). Your College Experience: Strategies for Success (6^th and 7^th Editions).

This book/CD-ROM guide is filled with useful strategies that beginning college freshmen can use to ensure success in their studies and personal lives while at college. The guide offers advice on study skills, relationships, coping with diversity, sexual decisions, money management, and alcohol and drugs. Many writing activities are included, as well as critical thinking questions and activities exploring values, careers, and goals. The CD-ROM contains self- assessment exercises that will direct students to readings and Internet resources.

Graduate Guide (2005). Graduate School Guide.

A Comprehensive Guide to Doctoral, Master’s & Professional Degree Programs.

Harr, Gary Lynn (1995). Career Guide: Road Maps to Meaning in the World of Work.

Navigate your way toward a more meaningful direction and purpose in your life with this inspirational and easy-to-use career-planning workbook. Whether you’re just beginning your career search of have come to an occupational crossroad, the Career Guide is a carefully calibrated compass you can use to chart a course toward a rewarding career.

US Department of Labor (2008). Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-2009.

For each job, the book discusses the nature of the work, working conditions, job outlook, training and education needed, earnings, related occupations, and additional information sources, including Web sites. Packed with practical, current information, the OOH is an invaluable resource for anyone doing career research, making career decisions, writing resumes, and preparing for interviews. Known for timely and accurate publishing of this resource and its rock-bottom price, JIST offers two exclusive bonus sections in this comprehensive career reference. Brand new to this edition of the OOH is the Personality-Career Quiz, which helps readers match themselves to the OOH jobs. The quiz is based on the six personality types-Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional.