College Formative #1: Why College? (Khan Academy)

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College Formative #1: Why College?

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Thinking about a 4-year college but not sure whether it's right for you? This is the place to start! Learn more about what happens during college, why it matters for your future, and the wide range of students who have chosen to attend (Khan Academy).

Watch the video below (“The college experience”).  
Take notes so you will be able answer the following two questions:  
What sounds most positive about the college experience?  
What sounds most negative about the college experience?

What sounds most positive about the college experience?

What sounds most negative about the college experience?

Watch the video below (“Student story: College brings new friends, learning, and freedom”).
Take notes so you will be able answer the following question:
How is going to college different than being in middle school?

How is going to college different than being in middle school?

Watch the video below (“Student story: College increases confidence”).
Take notes so you will be able answer the following question:
How might college increase your confidence?

How might college increase your confidence?

Watch the video below (“Student story: College expands opportunities”).
Take notes so you will be able answer the following question:
How might college expand your opportunities?

How might college expand your opportunities?

OPTIONAL: Already done? Watch the following video about visiting college campuses: