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Includes a Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island Cultural Perspective
This textbook contains Hawaiian and Pacific Island Cultural content along with the traditional college and career success topics. It is based on the premise that students are more successful when they take pride in their culture. While the textbook is designed for Native students, all students who live in Hawai'i and the Pacific Islands can benefit from increasing knowledge and appreciation of the culture of the people where they live.
Chapters include a section titled "Appreciating Island Cultures" which helps students to connect their culture to success in higher education. Discussion questions help students to understand traditional stories and how the teachings can be used for success in college, careers and in life.
Chapter 1, Cultural Identity and Success, contains an overview of Hawaiian history of higher education from colonization to the present day. It helps student to understand that taking pride in their culture and appreciating diversity is the foundation for learning. It also helps students in transitioning to college and overcoming common obstacles to their success.
Contents
Chapter 1 Cultural Identity and Success
Chapter 2 Understanding Motivation
Chapter 3 Choosing Your Major
Chapter 4 Managing Time and Money
Chapter 5 Using Brain Science to Improve Memory
Chapter 6 Using Brain Science to Improve Study Skills
Chapter 7 Taking Notes, Writing, and Speaking
Chapter 8 Test Taking
Chapter 9 Thinking Positively about the Future
