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Online Learning Success Strategies: Part 4
November 27, 2012
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CTU Online
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Individual success hinges on the decisions you make to focus on what needs to be accomplished. Motivation plays a key role in one’s ability, or lack thereof, to focus time and energy on a task. There are a number of theories that define this self-disciplined approach and discuss the factors that contribute to personal motivation. Becoming aware of what motivates you to focus is a critical step to achieving success.
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Online Learning Success Strategies: Part 3
October 17, 2012
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CTU Online
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The key to beginning your education, despite the curve balls life will throw, is finding the right balance between organization and time management. These skills are critical to ensuring you can get through these difficult times with your best foot forward.
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Online Learning Success Strategies: Part 2
October 3, 2012
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CTU Online
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The term non-traditional student once referred to students taking online courses. Today, though, the online platform is becoming the new tradition, thanks to factors like convenience, cost, and easy access.
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Online Learning Success Strategies: Part 1
September 20, 2012
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CTU Online
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The term “non-traditional student” once referred to students taking online courses. Today, though, the online platform is becoming the new tradition, thanks to factors like convenience, cost, and easy access.
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10 Things to Expect from Your First Job in IT
April 11, 2012
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CTU Online, General, Higher Education, IT and Computer Science
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Your first job in IT is an exciting opportunity, especially if you’ve been thinking about a job in information technology for a long time.
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The Importance of Attitude
April 10, 2012
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CTU Online, Colorado Springs, Denver, General, Military, Pueblo, Sioux Falls, Higher Education
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When you invest in you, others take notice. But while you sharpen your skills and learn new ones, don't neglect the engine that is driving all this positive change: your attitude.
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Goals = Results!
April 9, 2012
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CTU Online, Colorado Springs, Denver, General, Military, Pueblo, Sioux Falls, Higher Education
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Humans need goals! Utilize any search engine and type in the words “goal setting tips” and you will find thousands of links that can help you set a plan for yourself.
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Make Volunteering Work for You
April 3, 2012
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Student Success, CTU Online, Colorado Springs, Denver, General, Military, Pueblo, Sioux Falls, Higher Education
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Potential employers often view your volunteer experience as a measure of your real-world business skills. And why not? When you are in a volunteer post that uses your passions, skill-set and ambitions, you have a chance to prove what you can do—often years earlier than you could in a typical position.
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Making the Adjustment: First Session in a Graduate Program
April 2, 2012
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CTU Online
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You knew graduate school would be a big commitment, but you may not have realized quite how much of a challenge it would be. The assignments and course material may be different than what you’ve seen before, especially if this is your first time taking classes online.
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Use the SMART System to Set Your Educational Goals
March 29, 2012
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General, Colorado Springs, CTU Online, Denver, Military, Pueblo, Sioux Falls
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Goal setting may sound like something you do perhaps daily, weekly, monthly or for longer periods. But did you know there is a systematic way to set goals for your success? It can be applied to your education now and to the career you are trying to develop.
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