Study Skills
What is the purpose of Cornell Notes?
To organize and review notes easily.
How can you explore careers?
Research and talk to professionals.
Why is it important to write down homework in your agenda?
To remember due dates and stay organized and be ready to learn.
What does AVID stand for?
What is a Point of Confusion (POC)?
A part of the lesson or concept you don’t understand.
What goes in the "Summary" section of Cornell Notes?
A brief summary of key points.
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average.
What should you do if you forget to write something in your agenda?
Ask a classmate or check your teacher’s website for updates.
What’s expected in AVID tutorials?
Come with a Point of Confusion.
What should you bring to a tutorial session?
Your agenda, Cornell Notes, and your Point of Confusion.
How can you improve focus while studying?
Minimize distractions and break it into steps.
What's the difference between community college and a 4-year university?
Community college is 2 years, 4-year is for a degree.
How can you use your agenda to stay organized for a test?
Mark study times and review notes in advance.
What skill does AVID teach?
Organization and time management.
What’s the role of the Tutor in a tutorial session?
To help guide you through understanding your Point of Confusion.
How should you organize your binder?
Use dividers and keep notes in order.
What is FAFSA?
Financial aid form for college.
Why should you write down homework in your agenda?
To remember what to do later.
What’s the AVID binder for?
To keep materials organized.
How can you use questions to help during a tutorial?
Ask questions to clarify what you don’t understand and check your thinking.
What is active listening?
Fully focusing on the speaker.
Why are extracurriculars important for college applications?
They show leadership and involvement.
What’s the benefit of color-coding your agenda?
It helps you quickly see which tasks are most important.
How does AVID help with college?
Prepares you with skills and resources.
How do group tutorials help you learn better?
They allow you to learn from others’ perspectives and solve problems together.