1.14: Pulling It All Together
Discounted Dreams
| Student’s Name & Major | Obstacles Faced | Success Behaviors | Suggested Improvements |
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Once you choose hope, anything is possible.
~Christopher Reeves
Which comes first, hope or goals? A strong argument can be made for both sides. Believing you can set goals is the first step in setting goals. Transitioning to college involves a series of events that constantly interact. It is a cycle from term to term and year to year. As college student you will always be revising and planning, envisioning goals and making plans. Obstacles will cross your path and the support systems you have in place will be crucial to your success.
The documentary Discounted Dreams is about students who attend community colleges in various parts of the US. The documentary focuses on four students. As you watch the video, identify the obstacles each student must overcome in order to be successful in college. Based on your observations, what is each student doing that will facilitate his or her success? Also note ways in which you think the student could improve his or her chances of being successful in college.
| Student’s Name & Major | Obstacles Faced | Success Behaviors | Suggested Improvements |
After watching Discounted Dreams, answer the following questions: