Study Strategies
Name the strategy that uses language and pictures
Dual encoding
What is the first step in the Study Cycle?
Preview
What is a popular method of note-taking that we learned about?
Where are the PAC office hours located?
The 4th floor of Roosevelt Hall
What is Emily's dog's name?
Alex
What are two of the weakest study strategies?
Highlighting and re-reading
Give one example of materials you can preview
Professor's slides and/or textbook readings
Explain a growth vs. a fixed mindset
A growth mindset is how much you believe your basic qualities, like intelligence and talent, can be changed or developed. A fixed mindset is how much you believe your basic qualities are fixed or permanent.
True or False- PACs can only help you with UCS 160 coursework
False! PACs are here to support you during the entirety of the TD summer program
When did Emily do Talent Development Summer Program?
2023 (last summer)
What is the study strategy called where we switch up topics within a subject?
Interleaving
Who founded the Study Cycle?
Saundra McGuire
What does it mean to "eat the frog"?
Do the least appealing or most challenging task first
Who is the Director of Talent Development?
Gerald Williams
What does Heather's dog eat every day (besides dog food)?
Green beans
What are two of the strongest study strategies?
Retrieval/self-testing and spaced practice
How long should you spend in the "Review" phase of the Study Cycle?
15-20 minutes; this is a review and not an intensive study session!
According to the Pomodoro Method, what are the lengths of time you should study vs. take breaks?
25 minutes “on” and 5 minutes “off”
Who does the statue outside of the Multicultural Center represent?
Rev. Arthur Hardge
Where does Heather's work on campus?
Undergraduate Writing Center (AEC)
Name at least 5 study strategies we have learned
Retrieval/self-testing; spaced practice; elaboration; concrete examples; interleaving; dual encoding; previewing; finding your focus; question first; read slowly/out loud
What are all of the steps of the Study Cycle?
Preview, Attend, Review, Study, Test/Assess
What are ABC priorities?
A: High priority; very important; critical items with close deadlines (ex: preparing for your exam on Friday)
B: Medium priority; not as critical as “A” items, but still need to spend time doing (ex: exercise and getting enough sleep)
C: Low priority at this time; low consequences if left undone in this moment (ex: spending time with friends; social media)
What are the TD values (RAMS)?
Respect, Academic Excellence, Mental Health & Wellness, Scholar Success
What is Emily's major?
General Business Administration