Study Skills Crash Course

These flashcards encompass key concepts and definitions from the Study Skills Crash Course.

What is the output of effective note-taking?

The output of effective note-taking is input that can be easily accessed later.

What tools can be used for note-taking?

Paper, Computer, and Arm.

What are the average words taken down by students on laptops and paper?

Students on laptops average 310 words, while those on paper average 173 words.

Why do students on computers recall less information compared to those taking notes on paper?

Students on computers are more likely to write down information word-for-word instead of processing it.

What does the Signal-to-Noise Ratio signify in note-taking?

Notes must be information-rich for tests and devoid of irrelevant content.

What is the Outline Method of note-taking?

It's a method that records details in a bullet list format, organizing main ideas and subtopics.

What is the Cornell Method of note-taking?

It divides the paper into three sections for notes, cues, and summary.

How can you create a mind map for notes?

By visually representing relationships between concepts through diagrams.

What is speed reading?

It's reading quickly, allowing the brain to process information in chunks.

What does the Morris Code Method involve during reading?

Drawing a dot for big ideas and a dash for examples that support those ideas.

What is the difference between recognition and recall in memory?

Recognition is identifying previously seen information, while recall is retrieving information without seeing it.

What does the Temporal Motivation Theory suggest?

It proposes that motivation to complete a task is related to expectancy, value, impulsiveness, and delay.

How can tasks be broken down to raise expectancy?

By dividing the task into smaller sub-tasks and asking for help.

What does the Pomodoro Technique involve?

Deciding on a singular task, setting a timer, writing down distractions, and taking breaks.

What does it mean to be pious?

Pious describes someone who is deeply religious.

What is the definition of infamous?

Well-known for a bad reason.

What does the term regale mean?

To entertain or amuse with storytelling.

What is the definition of jaundiced?

Affected by illness, bitterness, or resentment.

What does it mean to emancipate?

To set free.