Lecture Notes Review - Goals, Active Learning & Test-Taking Strategies

Flashcards for reviewing lecture notes on Goal Setting, Active Learning, and Test-Taking Strategies.

Significance of setting goals for a student

To have a clear direction

Characteristic of an attainable goal

Realistic and specific

First step in the goal-setting process

Defining what you want to achieve

True statement about goals

Goals should be flexible to adapt to changes.

Example of a specific goal

I will study for two hours every day.

Criteria for SMART goals listed

Specific, Measurable, Time-bound

Example of a meager goal

I hope to get good grades.

Importance of tracking progress toward goals

To monitor and adjust approaches

Action if unable to reach a goal

Analyze what went wrong

Strategies to maintain motivation toward goals

Visualizing success, Setting small milestones

Type of thinking primarily involved in goal-setting

Analytical

Common obstacle in achieving goals

Lack of clarity

Example of a long-term goal

I want to graduate college in four years.

Technique to reinforce commitment to a goal

Writing goals in a journal

Primary use of the SQ3R method

Improving reading comprehension

Meaning of 'R' in SQ3R

Review and Recall

Aspect of the L-STAR method

Listening actively

Definition of active learning

Engaging with content

Impact of a positive attitude on studying

Enhancing motivation and focus

Effective test preparation techniques

Establishing a study schedule, Practicing past tests

Critical strategy for improving test-taking skills

Familiarizing oneself with the test format

Benefit of using the LSTAR study method

Identifying core ideas

Purpose of self-quizzing

To better prepare for the actual test

Factors that can negatively impact test performance

Cramming, Sleep deprivation

Effective way to approach multiple-choice questions

Look for keywords in the questions

Action if not understanding a question during a test

Skip it and return later

Strategy to manage time during a test

Allocating time for each section

Good practice when reviewing answers on an exam

Double-checking for omitted questions

Involvement of active listening during lectures

Engaging with the speaker and asking questions

Ways to reinforce learning after a lecture

Reviewing notes within 24 hours, Discussing content with peers