Navigating the Research University: A Guide for First-Year Students (2nd Edition)
Full of practical tips and tools, and useful personal advice, NAVIGATING THE RESEARCH UNIVERSITY: A GUIDE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS, Second Edition, provides first-year students with a comprehensive introduction to education at a research institution. The text is designed to support students at a broad range of research universities by helping them understand what research is, the role it plays in the university, and the basic methodologies used in a variety of disciplines. Andreatta guides students to develop essential skills for academic success, including critical thinking, thoughtful analysis, and effective writing. In addition, the text includes valuable insights into the personal and working issues students may encounter as new and aspiring members of a community of scholars.
Review
"I find that the text does a superb job of helping students understand who they are within the context of a larger research university, guiding them through explanations and self-assessments that assist students in understanding themselves as learners--identifying both their strengths and weaknesses--and most importantly how to tap into the vast array of resources available to them as a part of being a student at a research university." -- T. Wyckoff, Auburn University
"NAVIGATING THE RESEARCH UNIVERSITY is an enjoyable read written in a clear and concise manner that engages the student to want to read and learn while encouraging a student's responsibility in the learning process." -- Kimberly Little, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
"This book clearly and succinctly communicates to students, and those who support students, all of the key first-year transition issues new college students face, particularly to issues of scholarship, and meets students where they are at." -- Catrina L. Wagner, University of California, Davis
About the Author
Dr. Britt Andreatta knows how to harness human potential. Drawing on her unique background in leadership, psychology, education, and the human sciences, she has a profound understanding of how to unlock the best in people.
Britt is a seasoned professional with more than 25 years of experience consulting with businesses, universities, and nonprofit organizations. Corporate clients include Fortune 100 companies like Comcast and Apple as well as companies such as Avvo Legal, LinkedIn, Franklin Covey, AlterEco Foods, DPR Construction, and 15Five. Dr. Andreatta has also worked with major educational institutions like the University of California, Dartmouth University, and the University of New Mexico as well as non-profit organizations like the YMCA and Norton Healthcare.
Britt has published several titles on learning and leadership including Neuroscience of Learning, Leading Change, Having Difficult Conversations, and Leading with Emotional Intelligence, and delivered a TEDx talk called "How Your Past Hijacks Your Future". Her latest book, Wired to Grow: Harness the Power of Brain Science to Master Any Skill was just released on Amazon.
Dr. Andreatta has served as professor and dean at the University of California, Antioch University, and several graduate schools. She regularly consults with executives and organizations on how to maximize their full potential.
Britt won the 2014 Gold Medal for Chief Learning Officer magazine's prestigious Trailblazer Award for the leadership development program she implemented at lydna.com. She has served as the Chief Learning Officer for Lynda.com and Senior Learning Consultant for global leadership and talent development at LinkedIn. She continues to partner with Lynda.com and LinkedIn as an author and thought leader on learning and leadership.
Britt is currently writing her next books on the neuroscience of change and the conscious evolution of organizations.
- Paperback: 263 pages
- Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing; 2 edition (January 3, 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1413033997
- ISBN-13: 978-1413033991
- Product Dimensions: 10 x 8.2 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
