xiv Preface
• Case Studies for Critical Thinking. Case studies help you apply the strategies
you learn to a real-life situation. As such, they help prepare you to make wise
choices in the kinds of challenging situations you will likely face in college.
Because case studies don’t have “right” answers, they also promote critical and
creative thinking.
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Course success strategies are for choosing the right career, getting hired, and
succeeding in the work world.
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not-so-famous people regarding the success strategies under consideration in
articles throughout the text.
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