Avila Student Resources
Test-Taking Skills
SMART Goals
Note Taking
MISC
100

Which Avila resource provides free, professional mental health counseling?

Counseling Services

100

What helps reduce test-taking anxiety?

Studying consistently in advance; Deep breathing and relaxation techniques; Getting a good night’s sleep before exams

100

What is the purpose of SMART goals?

To set clear, actionable goals with measurable outcomes

100

Name a note-taking method discussed in class

Mapping, Cornell, or Outline

100

If you pay attention in class and take good notes, you will 100% pass the test.

F
200

The Writing Center is MOST useful for:

Editing only grammar mistakes; Writing your entire paper for you; Helping you sharpen skills and improve as a writer; etc.

200

Which of the following reduces test-taking stress during an exam?

Positive self-talk

200

What does the “M” in SMART goals stand for?

Measurable

200

Recommended amount of time to study after class?

2-3 hours

200

Avila’s Counseling Services are free for students.

T

300

What Avila resource supports physical well-being?

Fitness Center

300

What is the BEST way to handle difficult test questions during an exam?

Mark it, move on, return later

300

What does the “S” in SMART goals stand for?

Specific

300

Which strategy is most effective for encoding information into long-term memory?

Active recall and self-testing

300

The Writing Center will write your essays for you.

F

400

How often should students use campus resources?

As needed

400

What test-prep strategy is LEAST effective?

Cramming the night before

400

The “A” in SMART goals stands for Achievable.

T

400

Which note-taking method involves dividing the page into cues, notes, and summary?

Cornell

400

Where can a student reserve a quiet room for study? 

The library 

500

What is one benefit of visiting the Career Services office?

Resume support and job prep

500

Should you eat a good meal OR get good rest before an exam?

BOTH

500

Why would people take extra measures to follow SMART goals?

They are motivational and keeps you on the path to success

500

Which note taking method do you find most effective and why?

(3-5 sentences)

500

What is the most useful bit of information from ED101 (this class)?

(3-5 sentences).