Study Skills

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The dominant channels of learning are

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text and images.

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People who learn easier by listening than by reading are described as

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auditiory learners.

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The OPTIC System is designed to

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aid one in interpreting visual information.

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A characteristic of a circle graph is its

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simplicity.

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Abstract ideas can be put into visual format by using

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concept maps.

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When planning a research paper or a report, a concept map can be drawn in place of writing an outline. (True or False)

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TRUE

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Putting information in graphic format insures the accuracy of its interpretation. (True or False)

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FALSE

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A weakness of concept maps is that they cannot be recited in preparation for tests. (True or False)

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FALSE

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A kinesthetic or tactile learner can improve the learning of abstract ideas by using

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index cards and sticky notes.

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Summary maps

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may cover material from many paragraphs, and are actually concept maps.

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It is more difficult to remember what you read than what you hear. (True or False)

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FALSE

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The greatest motivation for remembering is

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interest.

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Sometimes we think we forget when actually we never learned the information in the first place. This is called

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pseudo-forgetting.

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"The Magical Number Seven, Plus or Minus Two" refers to

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the number of items that can usually be held in short term memory.

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The memory network can be strengthened by associating new information with old memories. (True or False)

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TRUE

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No learning occurs during a memory plateau. (True or False)

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FALSE

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If you use mnemonic devices to remember information you are actually

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making artificial connections, and organizing material so that it will be easier to remember.

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Consolidation (making memory solid) occurs best when you

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study using distributed practice, and use frequent, short study periods.

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Massed practice is good to use when you are

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writing the first draft of a paper.

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The most important activity in strengthening memory is

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recitation.

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Benefits of surveying a reading assignment include

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tying chapter information and elements together, building background, and creating advance organizers.

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Before taking lecture notes, it is important to

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complete the assigned reading, review previous lecture notes, overview the syllabus.

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The key to using the Cornell System for note taking is to

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allow wide margins on the side and bottom of the text area.

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The best note takers will

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use a combination of note-taking formats

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During a lecture it is the listener's responsibility to

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ask clarifying questions, and understand what the speaker says.

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The most important part of a lecture is often

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the last few minutes.

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In the Cornell Notetaking System

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the cue column is used for recitation.

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Writing telegraphic sentences involves

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using symbols when possible, and using abbreviations.

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Guidelines for textbook marking include

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reading each paragraph completely before marking.

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The SQ3R Study System

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requires one to recite after reading each paragraph or section.

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When writing questions for the Q System you should

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write questions that will help you sum up the key idea.

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The Q System can be used with both textbook and lecture notes. (true or false)

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TRUE

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A wrap-up summary

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is written at the end of your notes.

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Benefits of recitation include

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immediate feedback.

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When reciting your notes you should

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cover one side of the material and ask yourself questions about it.

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To determine the most important ideas in your notes, you should

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use the Silver Dollar System.

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Reflection occurs in the process of

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creating concept maps, combining textbook and lecture notes, and marking "Silver Dollar" ideas.

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Forgetting can almost be brought to a standstill by

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reciting.

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A student who reflects

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incorporates new facts and ideas into existing knowledge.

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Rereading

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is mistakenly thought to be an effective method of reviewing.

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The cure for test anxiety is

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academic and psychological preparation.

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The most powerful method in learning information for tests is

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recitation.

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When answering true-false test questions you should

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mark statements as true only if they are 100% true.

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To prepare psychologically for an exam, it is a good idea to

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ask the instructor about the types of questions that will be on the exam.

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Matching questions can be made easier by

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matching shorter items to longer ones.

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An essay test answer should begin with

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a restatement of the question along with your answer.

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Time immediately prior to a test should be spent

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reviewing calmly.

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A good essay answer will usually contain

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a clear organizational pattern, a strong summary, and factual evidence.

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Systematic cramming for exams

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requires selectivity and recitation.

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When answering multiple choice questions it is often helpful to

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match the stem with each option and evaluate it as a true-false statement.

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The purpose of the OPTIC System is

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to aid in analyzing visual or graphic information.

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An auditory learner comprehends best when

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listening to a book on tape.

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Bar graphs

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are similar to snapshots.

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Concepts maps

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are useful when trying to understand abstract information.

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The first step in creating a concept map is to

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determine the topic and put it on the map.

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A concept map can be used to

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summarize key ideas, recite, and create a visual outline.

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A person who learns best by working with his hands is

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a kinesthetic or tactile learner

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Summary maps

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can be concept maps

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An advantage to using a concept map to plan a paper or report is that

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it will reveal the degree of balance among topics.

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The type of graph that is often used to illustrate long-term trends is the

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line graph.

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According to the "Magical Number Seven" idea

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Seven items can usually be held in short term memory at one time.

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the best way to improve memory is

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to recite, recite, recite.

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The time of learning during which progress is not noticeable is known as

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a memory plateau.

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A study technique that is effective by getting you involved, providing feedback, and supplying motivation is

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recitation.

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Breaking up study sessions with rest intervals is know as

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distributed practice.

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The motivation to remember is greatest when it is based on

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interest in the subject.

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Organizational material for the purpose of improving memory can be done with

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the Category and Cluster System.

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A mnemonic for remembering the order of multiplying binomials is

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FOIL.

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A failure to recall what was never learned is termed

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pseudo-forgetting.

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In preparing for an upcoming lecture it is a good idea to

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review notes from the previous lecture.

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An understanding of organizational patterns can aid you in

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following a writer's or a lecturer's thoughts.

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A signpost that can indicate possible test questions is

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"Remember this"

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Benefits of surveying an assignment before starting to read include

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overcoming mental inertia.

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A good listener

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formulates questions while listening.

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In a telegraphic sentence you

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leave out unnecessary words, streamline definitions, and abbreviate.

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In the Cornell notes, the large area on the right side of the page should be used for

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the note taking itself.

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The modified printing style

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is a good way to get legible, useful notes.

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Recitation can be done

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aloud, in writing, and in your own words.

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To make sure you understand the broad ideas, themes, and lessons from your lectures and textbooks, you should

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write summaries.

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When combining textbook and lecture notes, your paper should be divided into

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three columns plus a summary section.

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Questions written in the margin of textbooks should have yes or no answers. (true or false)

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FALSE

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The steps to recitation include

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cover the printed page and ask yourself questions about it.

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A benefit of reflection is

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creativity.

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The cure for test anxiety is

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academic and psychological preparation.

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Summary sheets

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can be made from Silver Dollar notes, help you consolidate all your information, and should be used for recitation.

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If you must cram for a test, the best thing to do is

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limit what you try to learn and recite it thoroughly.

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You can prepare yourself psychologically for an exam by

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asking the instructor which type of questions will be on the test.

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In sentence completion questions, the length of the blank

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should not be used to detemine the answer.

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Answer to essay test questions should

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begin with a restatement of the question along with your answer.

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The evidence you use to support your essay answer should

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be factual.