Academic Integrity
Provide strategies to avoid academic dishonesty in group projects.
What are establishing clear expectations, communicating effectively with group members, and ensuring individual contributions are properly credited?
What is a simple but effective tip for creating a conducive study environment?
What is finding a quiet and well-lit space free from distractions?
What is a fundamental step in effective time management?
What is creating a to-do list or schedule to prioritize tasks and allocate time efficiently?
What is the nickname of Tulane's athletic teams?
The Tulane Green Wave.
True or False: Kristen has a cousin in the NBA.
True
Name two potential consequences for violating academic integrity policies at most universities.
What are failing grades for the assignment or the entire course, and academic probation or expulsion?
Describe a technique for mastering difficult concepts and ensuring long-term retention.
What is the process of teaching the material to someone else or self-testing through quizzes and summarization to reinforce learning and aid in memory retention?
What is time blocking, and how can it be utilized to enhance productivity?
Time blocking involves allocating specific blocks of time to different tasks or activities. By dedicating focused periods to particular activities, individuals can minimize multitasking, improve concentration, and make better use of their time.
What iconic campus feature is a popular meeting spot for students and is often referred to as "the Seal"?
The Gibson Quad Seal.
What is Kalebs height?
5'6
Define plagiarism and provide an example.
What is the act of using someone else's work without proper acknowledgment? Example: Copying and pasting text from a website without citation.
Give an example of an active learning strategy that helps in better understanding and retention of study material.
What is creating flashcards or summarizing information in your own words to actively engage with the material?
Explore the role of technology in time management. Provide examples of apps or tools that can assist individuals in managing their time more efficiently.
Technology offers various tools for time management. Examples include Trello for task organization, RescueTime for tracking digital activities, and Pomodoro apps for time-blocking techniques. Utilizing such tools can enhance productivity and time awareness.
In what year was Tulane University founded?
1834
True or False: Kristen works with her RA from last year (Lily! and Ethan!!!!!!!)
True
What are the commonly used citation styles, and why is it important to use them? (Min. 3 styles)
What are APA, MLA, and Chicago? It is important to give credit to the original source and avoid plagiarism.
Describe how mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and deep breathing, can positively impact study performance. Provide practical examples of incorporating mindfulness into a study routine.
Mindfulness techniques reduce stress and enhance focus. Examples include incorporating short meditation breaks, practicing mindful breathing during study sessions, and being fully present during reading. These techniques contribute to improved concentration, reduced anxiety, and overall better study performance.
Discuss the reasons behind procrastination and provide two effective strategies for overcoming this common time management challenge.
Procrastination often stems from fear of failure, lack of motivation, or feeling overwhelmed. Strategies to overcome it include breaking tasks into smaller, more manageable parts and setting specific deadlines for each segment, and addressing the underlying causes such as fear or lack of motivation through self-reflection and goal alignment.
Who is the former U.S. Senator and current U.S. Ambassador to Japan who graduated from Tulane Law School?
Bill Hagerty.
True or False: Kaleb is a Kinesiology major, and Pre-Health track and minoring in health and wellness!
FALSE!! LAW STUDENT FTW
A student forgets to keep track of their citations. Since their homework was due, they throw in all the citations in the works chatted and forgets to pay attention to pay attention to the footnotes. Does this count as Fabrication or Plagiarism?
Fabrication!
Explain the Cornell Method of note-taking and discuss how it can be applied to optimize the review process.
The Cornell Method involves dividing notes into three sections: a narrow left column for cues, a wider right column for main ideas, and a summary section at the bottom. This organization facilitates active recall during review, making the Cornell Method an effective tool for reinforcing and understanding key concepts.
How can aligning personal goals with daily tasks enhance time management? Provide an example of how someone might align their long-term goal with a daily task.
Aligning personal goals with daily tasks creates purpose and motivation. For instance, if the long-term goal is to improve physical fitness, aligning this goal could involve scheduling daily workouts or meal planning as integral components of the daily routine. This alignment ensures that daily tasks contribute directly to overarching objectives.
Which Tulane University professor and renowned author, known for his works in Southern literature, won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1992?
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author from Tulane is Robert Olen Butler. He won the prize for his collection of short stories titled "A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain."
The third planet from the sun
Earth