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Yes,they are! There are different kinds of non-cognitive skills, however the kinds that we are going to focus on are as follows:- Empathy-the psychological identification with or vicarious experiencing of the feelings, thoughts, or attitudes of another.
- Curiosity-the desire to learn or know about anything; inquisitiveness.
- Resiliency-the power or ability to return to the original form, position, etc., after being bent, compressed, or stretched; elasticity.
- Grit-firmness of character; indomitable spirit; pluck:
- Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Emotional Maturity
- Persistence-the act or fact of persisting;to continue steadfastly or firmly in some state, purpose, course of action, or the like, especially in spite of opposition, remonstrance, etc.
- Self-Control-control or restraint of oneself or one's actions, feelings, etc.
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Colleges are starting to factor these non-cognitive skills into admissions decisions, sometimes known as “soft skills.”
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Research shows that these skill sets can be better predictors of academic and career success, causing schools to rethink the use of standardized testing for admissions.
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In one student study, researchers from the University of Pennsylvania revealed that academic perseverance, rather than intelligence, is a better indicator of a student’s success in college.
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Read this article to find out more about the non-cognitive variables mentioned above. |
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In this article, you'll read about why these skills are important and ways to have them incorporated into your learning habits. |
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