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For your viewing and using pleasure, here are some quick, easy-to-use resources that can be used by anyone who works with science homework help first-generation college students. Each focuses on the individual stories of first-generation students and/or minority students and the obstacles they overcame to make it to (and through) college.
1. This video* was put together by the U.S. Department of Education, and shows a close-up of the life of Samantha Hernández, a Hispanic, first-generation college student. She talks of how she made it to college with the help and essay editing service support of her mother, advisors, and others who helped her jump through all the necessary hoops of financial aid, scholarships, and transitions to college life. There are several potential audiences that could benefit from this video. You can use it to motivate and encourage students who doubt their ability to get into college or be successful there. The video also has an interview with Samantha’s mother, who speaks of her belief in the importance of education. Try showing it to parents who question whether the time, money, and family support necessary to help their children obtain a college degree will be worth it in the end. *The video is in Spanish, which may be perfect for some of your students. If not, click on the ‘cc’ button for English captions. 2. For your adult students, this video tells of the unique experiences of Claudia Rodriguez, a female, Hispanic army veteran who returned to pay for an essay school after serving in the military and is now juggling the responsibilities of family and motherhood, working part-time, and going to school. 3. Lastly, in The Story Project, first-generation college students at Syracuse University share their own stories about why they decided to go to college, how they got there, and why they stuck with it. Scroll down a bit to click on the name of each student and read their stories. The site also has a list of “10 Habits of Successful Students,” put together by first-generation college students themselves. More Resources Two sources I read recently made the idea Literacy is perhaps the most important measure As a general rule the ‘core’ subjects of English Notwithstanding those parents Introduction of the periodical should be madeForums
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