Study Skills
These are the different ways that people learn
learning styles
Putting off doing something until later is called
Procrastination
This is the process of breaking down words into recognizable units as part of a word
decoding
This is the ability to preserve information in the mind
retention
A(n)______ is a document that holds information in rows and columns.
spreadsheet
Someone that learns through seeing charts, color-coded notes and videos is a ______ learner
visual
This is the process of planning and controlling the amount of time spent on specific activities.
Time management
This is a learning disorder characterized by problems processing words
dyslexia
This is the process of reading with extreme concentration and focus to ensure you are fully present and aware of what you are reading
active reading
This type of communication is also known as body language, is any communication that does not involve speech.
non-verbal
Someone who learns from listening and replaying lectures is a ____ learner
auditory
This means listening intently to not only hear the words being spoken but to understand the complete message.
Active Listening
This is a resource that identifies words with the same meaning
thesaurus
When adding a Q to your notes next to a sentence the Q indicates
a question or a concept you do not understand
The term for an understanding of what you have read is known as reading ______________________________.
comprehension
kinesthetic
What is the best time of day to study?
it varies depending on the person
This is the term for a set of words used by a person
vocabulary
Putting an exclamation point or asterisk next to a sentence typically means the sentence is
important
Expressing your thoughts out loud is what type of communication
verbal communication
These are learning techniques such as the use of rhymes, catchphrases, and acronyms to help remember information
mnemonic devices
When studying from a textbook, most people have the hardest time recalling information at the ____ of the chapter.
middle
As you read your math textbook you should take notes in the _____ofn the book after figuring out each problem
margins
SQ3R stands for
Survey, question, read, recite
What are the 5 Cs of communication?
Clear, Concise, Consistent, Credible,Courteous