Psychology - Chapter 4 - Multiple Choice

What are values

Basic beliefs that guide thinking and actions

How do values influence a person

Influence attitudes, actions, and decisions

Why is it important to reflect on values

Help determine what’s important & makes you happy

What is the purpose of setting goals and making plans

Make progress easier to understand / manage

What does the upside-down puzzle analogy demonstrate

Pursuing something w/o goals and plan can take longer

What do SMART goals help students do

Focus on priorities and manage their time

What is a long-term goal

Future goal that takes years to complete

What is the purpose of short-term goals

Break larger efforts into smaller, manageable steps

What should you do if your short-term goals are no longer helping you reach your long-term goal

Reconsider steps and set new short-term goals

What should you consider if your long-term goals are no longer aligned with your values

Carefully consider setting new goals

Which degree typically requires about 60 credits

Associate’s degree

Which degree typically requires about 120 credits

Bachelor’s degree

What are general education courses designed to provide

Foundation of knowledge across a breadth of fields

What are major courses

Courses in a student’s field of interest

What are electives

Free-choice courses

What is the main difference between a major and a minor

Major is usually required and larger; minor is smaller and optional

What is a preprofessional program

Designed to prepare students for a professional degree

Which is an example of a preprofessional program

Premed

What are clinicals

Type of fieldwork specifically required of nursing students

How does service learning differ from ordinary volunteering

Service learning is more structured around specific learning goals

What are three primary resources colleges provide for academic planning

Curriculum maps, academic advisors, and interactive planning tech

What is a curriculum map

Course checklist showing sequence of courses needed

What can cause a student’s degree timeline to become longer

Needing prerequisite math or English coursework

How can students accelerate their degree timeline

Take courses during summer / winter terms

What is an academic advisor an expert in

College / major requirements and policies

Which of the follow can academic advisors help students with

All of the above

What does a degree audit reporting system do

Tracks student progress toward degree completion

Why should students use college planning resources instead of relying only on friends and family

Resources provide info specific to student’s degree and institution

What should students do when making a mindful decision about their academic path

Gather info, consult experts, and weigh options against values and goals

Which is a useful way to prepare for a career while still in college

Joining student organizations and gaining relevant experience

What is an important idea about academic and career planning

Can still be successful when plans change

What happened to Elena’s original college plan

Stopped attending temporarily to care for her grandmother

What did Elena’s advisor help her to do

Take courses part-time at a community college

What are internal factors that can cause plans to change

Indecision or changing your mind after receiving new information

Which is an example of an external factor that can cause plans to change

Financial concerns or family circumstances

When plans change, what should you ask yourself

All of the above

How does chapter describe decision-making and planning

They’re continuous processes

Why can seeking help be beneficial

Creates a support network and personal accountability

What is a mentor

Experienced individual who helps guide a less experienced person

What did Anton learn after speaking with his academic advisor

Advising was free, available, and could help him find resources