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Working in 25-minute intervals with short breaks.
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.
What’s the benefit of studying in short sessions instead of cramming?
Improves long-term retention (spacing effect).
Where can you go for help with writing essays?
The Writing Centre.
What does the acronym SQ3R stand for?
Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review
Multitasking is the most effective way to study.
True or false?
Why is it important to write down your goals?
Makes them more concrete and trackable.
What is active recall?
Testing yourself instead of just re-reading notes.
What office helps with accommodations for students with disabilities?
Accessibility Services.
Give an example of a mnemonic acronym
SMART goals = Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.
Name one benefit of using a planner or calendar
Helps organize tasks, reduces stress, tracks deadlines.
What does “SQ3R” help with?
Improves reading comprehension and retention.
Academic Advising.
Which memory stage involves bringing information back out for use?
Retrieval
What is “time-blocking”?
Scheduling specific blocks of time for certain activities.
What’s the difference between short-term and long-term goals?
Short-term: near future
Long-term: big-picture achievements for longer duration of time
Give one example of a good study environment.
Quiet, distraction-free, well-lit, organized.
Academic Advising.
Name two strategies to improve encoding information.
Rewards, accountability partner, breaking goals into steps.
Why is sleep important for studying?
Consolidates memory and improves focus.
Learning Centre / Peer Tutoring.