TY - BOOK AU - Moody, Patricia G., AU - Sherfield, Robert M., AU - Montgomery, Rhonda J., TI - Case studies for the first year SN - 9780131115255 PY - 2004/// CY - PB - Pearson Prentice Hall KW - LB - Theory and practice of education KW - Critical thinking KW - Study and teaching (Higher) Case studies KW - Case method (Higher) KW - Critical (Higher) N1 - an odyssey into critical thinking and problem solving; Introduction to case studies --; Creating positive change ----; Discovering resources ----; Relationships and communication ----; Sexual behavior ----; Diversity ----; Academic success ----; Adversity ----; Technology ----; Campus safety ----; Staying connected ----; Personal responsibility ----; Dealing with difficult people ----; Wellness ---- N2 - Odyssey is an action-packed interactive book that introduces the reader to critical thinking about real-life issues related to success. Written in an engaging, conversational style, this book asks the reader to look inside the lives, actions, challenges, and trials of ordinary people in extraordinary situations. Forty-two real-life cases address the topics of change, sex, drugs, academic success, information resources, communication, relationships, diversity, technology, safety, personal responsibility, and careers. For readers who need to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills regarding issues facing us today ER -