Applying Positive Habits

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Applying Positive Habits

As a refresher to this week’s readings, consider learning more about making a commitment to learn and apply positive habits by completing this week’s recommended Connect Activities.

Option A: E-Mail

Write a 50- to 175-word e-mail to a student that discusses the strategies you are learning about this week. Ensure you include answers to the following:

· What are some notetaking strategies?

· What are some tips to sort through vast amounts of information on the web? How do you ensure you are finding authoritative information?

· How can developing good study habits help you to avoid plagiarism in your future studies or in the workplace?

Tip: When writing your e-mail, review the sections in Chapter 7 titled, “Writing Effective E-Mail Messages” and “Netiquette: Showing Civility on the Web.”

Option B: Pamphlet

Create a handout to inform college students the strategies you are learning about this week. Ensure you include answers to the following in 50 to 175 words:

· What are some notetaking strategies?

· What are some tips to sort through vast amounts of information on the web? How do you ensure you are finding authoritative information?

· How can developing good study habits help you to avoid plagiarism in your future studies or in the workplace?

Tip: Use the template provided for you or use the Brochure Builder.