Learning Styles
Learners who rely on listening and talking
Auditory
What are some examples of "time wasters?"
video games, tv, doom scrolling, rotting
How often should you completely shut down your computer (not just close the lid)?
At least once every 24 hours
This is how much memory retention is lost after 24 hours if you DON'T take notes in class
70%
In multiple choice tests, these options look plausible but are not the correct answers
Distractors
Learners who prefer hands-on activities and movement
Kinesthetic
What are some ways to organize your time?
To-do list, planner/agenda, calendar, reminders
Why is it important to update your computer within 48 hours of notification?
Updates security
Protects you from hackers
Keeps apps from crashing
True or False:
Transcribing (writing down every word) is the best way to take notes.
False!
It actually requires low brain engagement and leads to almost NO retention of information
True or False:
If you get stuck on a question, you should move on and come back to the question later.
True
Learners who prefer diagrams, pictures, watching videos
Visual
What is meant by "prioritizing?"
True or False:
Using AI is the best way to learn and complete assignments.
False. It is considered cheating or plagiarism. At best, AI is a "C" student. It is extremely useful as a learning tool, but not the end all-be all.
How soon should you review your notes after class?
Within 24 hours
In a free-response test, if you are asked to explain or describe, you should provide what kind of details?
How or why
True or False:
Most people rely on only one learning style to acquire knowledge and skills
False. Most people use a combination of styles.
True or False:
It is important to allow yourself some down time for preferred activities.
True.
(Just make sure that's not ALL you do! :p)
What is meant by "digital footprint?"
EVERYTHING you do online is archived; even if it's been deleted. it can be recovered.
Name TWO of the methods we learned for taking notes.
Cornell Method, Mind Mapping, Shorthand, Annotations, Outlining
True or False:
"Test anxiety" isn't a real problem.
False!
Why is it important to know your preferred learning style?
So you can effectively know HOW to study, and to ask for accommodations when needed in the classroom.
What is it called when you keep putting off tasks that need to be done?
Procrastination.
What are the basic trouble-shooting steps you should take BEFORE contacting IT? (there are 3)
1. Check wifi connection
2. Refresh the page or restart the app
3. Restart the computer
This involves using many methods and materials to study and learn material
synthesis
What is the last thing you should do before you submit a test?
Review answers and check work