Health
the most addictive substance we know
What is nicotine
25-30 minutes
How long should one study before a break?
an academic subject area chosen as a field of specialization, requiring a specific course of study; it should be your passion
Define a major
a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique
What is mindfulness
Spanish word; refers to a relaxed late afternoon walk outdoors
What is paseo
Condition characterized by the excessive accumulation of body fat which can lead to increasing the risk of health problems
What is obesity
Learning style in which the learner utilizes graphs, charts, maps, and diagrams.
What is a visual learner?
a tool for managing your time; keeps track of events and commitments, schedule goal-related tasks and rank tasks according to priority
What is a planner
a goal-directed force that moves a person to action
Define motivation
to arrange or deal with in order of importance
What is prioritize
characterized by failure to recover after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event
What is post traumatic stress disorder
For every academic hour, study at least two for each. Ex: 15 hours; 30 hours
How many hours should one study outside of class?
Should enjoy what you do, better chance of working towards it and putting in the effort. Major should match your personality
A major should be one’s passion. Explain -
belief in your values as a person that builds as you achieve your goals
Define self-esteem
language of the Yoruba (an ethnic group in West Africa) translates as "names affect behavior"- to break through the confines of the names and labels that you give yourself or that others give you
What is oruko lonro ni
Characterized by persistent and excessive worry about a number of different things, restlessness, and trouble with concentration. Severe, ongoing anxiety that interrupts daily life
What is generalized anxiety disorder
Survey: as you move through the stages, you use skimming and scanning in surveying, top,
Questions: you will answer the questions that you have written while you read because questions help you think
Read: while you read, find the main idea; find the topic sentence; look at the key points; focus on the questions
Recite: use flashcards, repetition, reading, and talk to yourself
Review: this is where learning takes place; it's the most important stage of the process; this is the key to all learning
Discuss SQ3R.
Learning style in which the learner utilizes graphs, charts, maps, and diagrams.
What is a visual learner?
Translate that vision into specific, reasonable goals and work
How does one visualize success?
A trusted counselor or guide who takes special interest in helping you reach your goals.
What is a mentor?
Physical or mental strain or tension produced in reaction to pressure
What is stress?
-outlines (formal/informal)
-Cornell T-note system
-think links
-charting method
-other visual strategies i.e. pictures/diagrams, timelines, tables, charts
Name the note taking systems
humiliating and sometimes dangerous initiation rituals, especially as imposed on college students seeking membership to a fraternity or sorority.
What is Hazing?
Thinker- attracted to jobs where they do research and a lot of creative thinking
Organizer- person very organized, puts everything in the right place
Giver- social worker, pastor, teacher
Adventurer- storm chaser, get on roller coasters,
Discuss the 4 personality spectrum.
The learning cycle is a sequential process for both learning and instruction. It places focus on a series of steps that encourage a more thorough understanding and a deeper application of content. The steps of the learning style are- Exploration, Concept development, and Concept Application.
-Prepare to come to class
-Absorb the material
-Record or take notes
-Review
What is the learning cycle?