African Youth Rejuvenation Network

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For students to succeed in their academic endeavors there are certain critical skills that this programme aims to inculcate. These are:

(a) Cognitive and meta-cognitive skills; goal setting, progress monitoring and memory enhancing skills.

(b) Social skills; interpersonal skills, social problem solving, listening and team work.

(c) Self-management skills; managing attention, motivation and anger.

 

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TEN STEPS TO SUCCESS

1. Dealing with Myths and Traditions

  • Overcoming societal beliefs
  • Dealing with demons in the past, present and future
  • Changing world views

2. Know Thyself:

  • Self-awareness
  • Personal Philosophy
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-reflection
  • Self-evaluation

3. Conquer Thyself:

  • Distracters
  • Self-control
  • Assertiveness
  • Self-Discipline
  • Controlling your desires

4. Break the Cycle:

  • Breaking the barriers
  • The power of positive thinking
  • Thinking big
  • Being optimistic
  • Dealing with emotions; anger, hurt, hopelessness, helplessness and guilt.

5. Knowing the Way:

  • Focus and being passionate
  • Goal setting
  • Realize your purpose
  • Starting with the end in view

6. Identifying Resources:

  • Networking
  • Ask for help
  • Group discussions
  • Team work

7. Self-Motivation and Rewards

  • Hunger for excellence
  • Role models
  • Inspirational books
  • Counting your blessings

8. Study Smarter not harder:

  • Good study habits
  • Study secrets (start early, good notes, catching up soonest possible, sharing willingly.
  • Time management ( balancing leisure and study time)

9. Prepare for examinations

  • How to prepare for exams

10. Manage Stress

  • Causes of stress
  • Symptoms of stress
  • Dealing with stress

 
 
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