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  • What is chunking in memory?
  • Breaking down information into smaller, manageable groups.
100
  • What is the “Pomodoro Technique”?

Working in 25-minute intervals with short breaks.

100
  • What does SMART stand for in goal setting?

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.

100

What’s the benefit of studying in short sessions instead of cramming?

Improves long-term retention (spacing effect).

100

Where can you go for help with writing essays?

The Writing Centre.

200

What does the acronym SQ3R stand for?

Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review

200

Multitasking is the most effective way to study.

True or false?


  • False,
  • focusing on one task improves productivity.
200

Why is it important to write down your goals?

Makes them more concrete and trackable.

200

What is active recall?

Testing yourself instead of just re-reading notes.

200

What office helps with accommodations for students with disabilities?

Accessibility Services.

300

Give an example of a mnemonic acronym

SMART goals = Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.

300

Name one benefit of using a planner or calendar

Helps organize tasks, reduces stress, tracks deadlines.

300
  • Give an example of a short-term academic goal.
  • Finish home by 9 pm tonight
300

What does “SQ3R” help with?

Improves reading comprehension and retention.

300
  • Where can you get help with course selection and degree planning?

Academic Advising.

400

Which memory stage involves bringing information back out for use?

Retrieval

400

What is “time-blocking”?

Scheduling specific blocks of time for certain activities.

400

What’s the difference between short-term and long-term goals?

Short-term: near future 

Long-term: big-picture achievements for longer duration of time

400

Give one example of a good study environment.

Quiet, distraction-free, well-lit, organized.

400

Academic Advising.

  • Career Services.
500

Name two strategies to improve encoding information.


    • Visualization, rhymes, connecting to prior knowledge, repetition.
500
  • List three common time-wasters for students.
  • Social media, procrastination, distractions from friends, etc.
500
  • Name two strategies for staying motivated toward goals.

Rewards, accountability partner, breaking goals into steps.

500

Why is sleep important for studying?

Consolidates memory and improves focus.

500
  • What resource offers free tutoring and peer academic support?

Learning Centre / Peer Tutoring.