A-G Requirements
How many years of foreign language (category E) are required?
How many years are recommended?
2 years required
3 years recommended
What is a key difference between honors and AP/IB courses?
You can receive college credit for AP/IB courses if you pass the exam, but no college credit for honors.
What is an example of fixed mindset?
What is an example of passive learning?
Reading the textbook, listening to lectures, watching videos, taking notes, highlighting notes
How many years of English (category B) are required?
4 years
What are the benefits of taking an AP/IB course?
What is an example of growth mindset?
"I can learn from my mistakes, I believe in myself, I can do it, I'm still learning, I'll keep trying"
What is an example of active learning?
Asking questions, discussing and collaborating with peers, re-doing homework problems, teaching someone else, making study guides
True or false: You need 2 years of science (category D) to meet A-G requirements.
(Are 2 years of science required?)
True
Important: 3 years are recommended
What are the benefits of being involved in extracurriculars?
Build skills (academic and non-academic), explore interests, gain experience and knowledge, expand social circle/network. boost resume and college application
What is one step to self advocacy?
Identify and clarify, reach out, have courage, speak up, reflect
True or false: I should only use active learning strategies to study because they are better.
False. Use a combination of strategies, both active and passive, for effective learning. Both have their purposes and benefits.
Choose one: A-G requirements are...
Requirements for you to graduate high school OR requirements for you to gain admission to a California public university (CSU, UC)
Requirements for you to gain admission to a California public university
Important: It is likely your high school graduation requirements already meet A-G requirements. Double check!
What is one step you will take to start your own club?
Do research, identify a mission and objective, find a teacher to sponsor, recruit members, choose time and frequency, determine financial needs, advertise for publicity
How are communication and self advocacy related?
You need to communicate effectively to advocate for yourself and have your needs and wants met. Speaking up is a step to self advocacy.
What is a useful tool for time management that we practiced in class?