Course-Specific Studying Methods
Studying Techniques
Studying Methys/Facts
UTD Studying Spaces
100
To memorize different Psychologists and their theories what popular flashcard app/website could help?
Quizlet
100
To avoid burnout from studying Gen Chem, what incremental "study to break" method would help?
The Pomodoro Method
100
Explain why this is a Fact or Myth:
"I can study effectively while multitasking"
Myth
Multitasking requires shifting attention from one task to another. This makes it difficult to grasp concepts as well as we think we are.
100
I'm an extrovert and can only study in noisy spaces. Which floor in the library is the best place for me to study?
1st floor (and/or)
2nd floor
200
I'm learning titration calculations in Gen Chem, how should I get better at this topic?
Practice homework/test problems
200
"This technique involves testing yourself on the material you've learned"
Active Recall Technique
200
Explain why this is a Fact or Myth:
Group Studying can facilitate distracting and dependent learning.
Fact
Study groups can become effective or ineffective depending on how disciplined and motivated the students are.
200
Name 5 outside seating areas you can study at on campus.
1...5
The Plinth
Outside Founders
Outside Theatre
Outside the library (1st, 2nd floor)
SCI SLC courtyard
Infront of CRA
...
300
Neuroscience has a lot of vocabulary and visual models. What technique works best to organize visual information into a diagram?
Mind Mapping
300
I study and take my online quizzes at home and always do well on the quizzes because I genuinely understand Intro to Neuro, but I always flake when I take the in-person exams. What should I do?
Study in an environment that is similar to where you take your exams.
Ex: a cold room with little noise; checking gum
300
Explain why this is a Fact or Myth:
Everyone has a specific learning style(s).
Myth
"Learning styles are one of the most prevalent 'neuromyths'. That is, a false idea about how the brain works or learning occurs."
400
I'm studying Organic Chemistry and struggle to understand the structure of a compound without interacting with the physical ball-and-stick models. What type of learner could I be?
Kinesthetic Learner
400
Explain why this is a Fact or Myth:
Highlighting text helps emphasize important details which helps students retain information better.
Myth
400
Which buildings have a lot of studying space besides the regular lectures, labs, and office buildings in UTD?
Name at least 2 buildings
Visitor Center
Student Services
Student Union (bleh)
Theatre (I think)
Resident Halls (heheh)
500
I need a quiet room for myself and a few study buddies. I want the room to have a screen and projector to record a group presentation, what should I do?
Reserve a Study/Smart room in the Library.