What in your binder?
Tutoring
Cornell Notes
College Terminology
WICOR
100

What size should your binder be?

3 Inches

100

What does TRF stand for?

Tutorial Request Form

100

What are the three main sections of a Cornell Notes page?

The heading, the note-taking section, and the summary

100

What does GPA stand for?

Grade Point Average

100

Which WICOR strategy helps you organize information by breaking down key ideas and details using charts or notes?

Writing

200

How many highlighters do you need?

1

200

What does POC stand for?

Point of Confusion

200

What goes in the left-hand column of Cornell Notes?

Questions, main ideas, or key terms.

200

What is a major in college?

Your main subject or field of study

200

What WICOR skill involves asking questions and thinking critically to deepen understanding?

Inquiry

300

What is directly behind your pencil/phone pouch?

Your agenda.

300

Who facilitates the TRF?

The Tutor

300

Why is it important to write a summary at the bottom of your Cornell Notes?

To reflect on your learning and show understanding of the topic

300

What is the difference between a community college and a university?

A community college offers 2-year degrees (like associate’s) and a university offers 4-year degrees (like bachelor’s).

300

Which WICOR element encourages working together in pairs or groups to solve problems and share ideas?

Collaboration

400

Should you use dividers with pockets?

No

400

Who leads the TRF?

The Student Presenter

400

What strategy can help you identify key ideas while taking notes?

Highlighting or circling important words and using symbols

400

What program allows college students to work part-time jobs to help pay for their education?

Work-Study

400

What does Organization help students manage to improve their academic success?

By helping them keep track of important documents, time, materials, and information.

500

What is the minimum amount of line paper your should have?

20 sheets

500

What do you do in the "Show" section of the TRF?

Show the process or draw out your problem.

500

How do Cornell Notes help with test preparation?

They organize information clearly, help you review efficiently, and show what you need to study.

500

What type of school trains students for specific careers like electrician, plumber, or cosmetologist?

A Trade School

500

How does Reading support success in AVID classes?

By helping students understand content, make connections, and analyze texts.