We use cookies to make your experience better. To comply with the new e-Privacy directive, we need to ask for your consent to set the cookies. Learn more.
Ultimate Guide to America's Best Colleges 2020
SKU
067634
ISBN
9781617601484
Grade 9-AD
These icons are designed to help you quickly understand and learn important information about our products.
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
$24.99 $24.99 $13.09
Rainbow Savings: $11.90
Description
Searching for just the right college fit for your student can be an overwhelming wave of stats, data, and reading. Where do you even begin? The 300 top institutions included here were selected from a diverse selection of US public and private universities and chosen based on academic reputation, special academic programs, richness of student life, and financial aid. Each college entry includes, for easy comparison, a quick list of highlights regarding students, academics, popular majors, admissions, and deadlines, as well as an in-depth discussion with an overview of academics, student body and campus life, and admissions/financial aid. Interesting college history and unique tidbits are also included. A couple of college search worksheets are included, as well as indexes by name and location, rankings by best value, by public and private, and with popular programs. Scores of information will help you gain great perspective and find the school of your choice. 984 pgs, pb. ~ Ruth
Publisher's Description of Ultimate Guide to America's Best Colleges 2020
The only guidebook of its kind to combine extensive narrative college profiles with detailed data and statistics on each institution, this tome reports on more than 300 colleges and universities, addressing their academics, majors, student life, athletics, student body, distinguished alumni, admissions/financial aid, and postgraduation success. Tips on each colleges admission process and student quotes from a national survey accompany each description to provide an honest and thorough appraisal of each colleges strengths and weaknesses. To guide students by the numbers, this book includes extensive statistics for each school, with figures on the student composition, class sizes, most popular majors, admissions rates, required standardized tests, deadlines, college costs, and financial aid. A must-have, go-to resource for any college-bound student, their parents, or guidance and career counselors, readers will also find a ranking of the 100 best college values.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SuperCollege |
| Author: | Gen & Kelly Tanabe |
| Grades: | 9-AD |
| ISBN: | 9781617601484 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.125 |
| Height in Inches: | 2.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 3.15 |
Videos
Reviews