Information Processing Model
Short-term memory can hold about how many pieces of information?
5-9 or 7
Kinesthetic Learners learn best by doing what?
Building models, role-play, hands-on activities.
What is an example of a PASSIVE study strategy?
Highlighting everything, rereading notes, passively reading a textbook.
What are the 4 levels of test taking responses in order?
1. Immediate Response
2. Delayed Response
3. Assisted Response
4. Educated Selection
What is the difference between recall and recognition questions?
Recognition questions have you recognize the correct answer from multiple choices.
What are the 4 types of encoding?
Visual, Linguistic, Kinesthetic, Semantic
What type of career should a person who learns best with logical-mathematical intelligence?
Scientist, engineer, etc.
What is an example of an ACTIVE study strategy?
Retrieval practice (quizzing yourself), elaboration (explaining in your own words), working with a partner to quiz each other
What is the first step when answering a recall question?
Do a 'brain dump' pf everything you remember.
What is an example of linguistic encoding?
Remembering a phone number aloud.
Remember song lyrics.
What is the first step in the Information Processing Model?
Sensory input
What is the difference between MI and IQ?
MI - Intelligences can evolve and grow.
IQ - Test only 3 intelligences.
What is spacing?
Giving you enough time to study for an exam. For example, study for 15 minutes for two weeks before an exam.
When you see a keyword, "NOT" or "ALWAYS" in a test, what should you do?
Underline or highlight.
It is permanent and unlimited.
What type of encoding is the strongest and most likely to lead to long term storage?
Semantic Encoding
How best to auditory learners study?
They learn best by listening to discussions and recordings.
What is an example of retrieval practice?
Quizzing yourself with flashcards.
Fear of failure, lack of preparation.
What is metacognition?
Thinking about how you think and learn.
How long does short-term memory last?
30 seconds, about 7 items.
Howard Gardner
What are strategies to reduce test anxiety you use before, during and after a test?
Before: study with retrieval practice, use spacing, get good sleep.
During: Deep breathing, delayed response, underline key words, positive self-talk.
After: Review mistakes, make a plan, celebrate wins.
What is cramming ineffective and how can you study better?
Cramming is only a short term solution (you won't encode the information). You should used spacing and study over the course of days or weeks.
What is elaboration?
Explaining information in your own words to deepen understanding.