Final Orientation Comprehensive

Darius is doing research for a project. Which of the following activities would require him to leave his home?

exploring a library's stacks

Procrastinating is a necessary part of academic life.

false

If Mary, a read/write learner, isn't sure which spelling is correct for a word, she will likely:

find it in the dictionary

When you become so absorbed in what you are doing that you lose track of everything else, you are in a state that researchers call:

flow

What is an example of unintentional plagiarism?

forgetting the idea you have comes from a book you read

According to the text, thinking about your "Academic Anatomy" preference is a way to:

get a handle on what you find fulfilling and satisfying

A _________ is a financial award that does not have to be repaid.

grant

An award of money that does not have to be repaid

grant

What is also known as a blended course?

hybrid learning

According to researchers, the three primary intelligences of community college students are

intrapersonal, interpersonal, and bodily-kinesthetic

According to researchers, when you are ________, you are in the best state for learning:

intrinsically motivated

If you decided to learn how to sew by getting out a needle and thread, then your learning style is likely:

kinesthetic

Funds provided by a bank, credit union, or other agency that must be repaid after a specified period of time

loan

Joelle is using her smartphone to take a class. What is this an example of?

mobile learning

According to the text, you can learn better if you use confusion as a:

motivator

According to researchers, the learning preference of most people is:

multimodal

In the A-B-C method of prioritizing time and schedules, what does C stand for?

not terribly important, but should be done right away

Kyra is writing a paper in which she synopsizes someone else's thoughts. What is this called?

paraphrasing

Which study habit is NOT linked to procrastination?

perfectionism

If you decide to learn how to sew by buying a book, then your learning style is likely:

read/write

Most college classes emphasize which VARK modality?

read/write

According to researchers, students learn best when they are:

relaxed and alert

Of the choices below, which is a strategy for improving your linguistic intelligence?:

rewrite your class notes

Which of these is NOT an example of how students waste time?

saying no

An award of money to a student based on merit or need

scholarship

We acquire most of our information through:

senses

If Rohan attends class from his laptop at home, and is required to attend scheduled sessions, what type of class is he taking?

synchronous class

If Jack, an aural learner, has to give someone directions to find a certain office on campus, he will likely:

tell her the directions

Polly is unsure where to find a works cited list in a paper she is reading. Where should she look?

the end of the paper

According to the text, in the A-B-C method, "A" tasks are:

the highest priority

What is the best policy toward credit cards?

treat credit cards with extreme caution

Of those who received treatment for depression, 80 percent report that it helped.

true

Which step of information literacy requires a sense of ethics?

using information

What is NOT an example of plagiarism?

using other people's ideas with quotation marks and an in-text citation

If you learn through symbolic representations, then your learning style is:

visual

Harry doesn't know when to use quotation marks when writing his paper. When should he use them?

when he is using someone else's words exactly

A grant that provides jobs for undergraduate students with financial needs

work study grants

Charles is putting off writing a paper for his Elizabethan poetry class. What technique does the textbook suggest might help him get it done?

writing down his excuses for not writing the paper

A works cited list is proof that a paper is not plagiarized.

False

An article which has been around for a long time on a website is typically a better source than one published recently.

False

Credit cards typically have a lower interest rate than student loans.

False

Multitasking is particularly effective when studying.

False

You must visit a library to access its card catalog.

False

To make the best transition into college, first-generation college students should:

Find a mentor and communicate with your family about their college experience

The formula for calculating GPA is:

GPA = Grade Point Value( (quality points) ÷ Total Number of Credits (Hours)

Which of the following is an example of how to avoid PCP ("Parking Lot, Class, Parking Lot") Syndrome?

Getting involved in Student Government on your campus

One of your classmates tells you they aren't sure what career they want to pursue. You advise them to:

Go to the college's career center and talk with their instructors and advisors

Mario wants to make an in-text citation in his Chinese history paper. What is a good practice for him to follow?

He should use an in-text citation within the body of his paper.

Which of the following is not a benefit of going to college?

Higher unemployment rates

According to the text, when you are considering career options, all of the following are useful questions to ask except:

How much money can I make?

One procrastination buster is to "capture a killer B." To capture a "killer B," you should:

Write it down on a piece of paper

What is an accurate definition of information literacy?

a set of abilities that includes recognizing when information is needed and then locating, evaluating, and using that information effectively

Saatvik is trying to master the three As of time management but cannot remember the third one. Which of the following is NOT one of the three As?

alacrity

Which of the following is a good tip for managing your time?

all of these

What is a brief summary of an academic body of work called?

an abstract

Wahid is selecting information for his research on vaccine efficacy and wants to know whom to trust. What is the strongest sign that an authority can be trusted?

appropriate credentials

Which type of class does NOT likely require a live Zoom link?

asynchronous learning

Time management is not just about managing time, but also managing your:

attention

What type of management is best for maintaining focus?

attention management

If you learn through hearing, then your learning style is:

aural

What is the most effective way to stop procrastinating on a major project?

break the project down into smaller tasks

What lists the resources available in your institution's physical library?

card catalog

Engaged students are most likely to:

Be tuned in and soak up everything the class has to offer

Metacognition does not include:

Being told how and what to learn.

Chance is taking a 1-credit-hour class which is not particularly demanding. How much should he expect to study at a minimum per week for this class?

2 hours

Research shows that the average adult requires ________ hours of sleep each night.

7 - 8 hours

According to the text, ________ of college students admit to procrastinating.

70 %

According to Harvard psychologist Howard Gardner, people can be intelligent in at least how many ways?

8

In one study cited in this chapter, ________% of community college students required one or more remedial courses:

85

Community College is a great choice for students. Why might students agree with this statement?

All of the above, Community College is a real college, Community College is a marketplace of ideas, and Community College students are better able to speak up in class and get to know their instructors

Being successful requires:

All of the above; Identifying why you came to college, Setting out to do something that means something to you, and Being fully engaged in the pursuit of a goal

Demonstrating academic professionalism requires you to:

All of the above; Prioritize college at the top of your 'to do' list and dedicate time to be successful, Check your email regularly and act respectfully, and Familiarize yourself with the college's rules

The syllabus can be thought of as:

All of these; A preview of what to expect, A contract between you and your instructor, and A summary of all the assignments

To rebalance our lives, we should:

All of these; Bundle responsibilities, Outsource some responsibilities, and Alternate your focus

Your credit history is based on:

All of these; How much money you owe, How many credit cards you owe money on, and How many late payments you make

In order to create a master study plan, you should:

All of these; Pay attention to detail, Create artificial deadlines, and Treat school like a job

The purpose of core classes is to provide students with:

An opportunity to become more knowledgeable via courses that apply to any career field

Who is most likely to benefit from an asynchronous course?

Ariel, whose job has varied hours and an inconsistent schedule

Charles is writing an email after attending a class, which has made him very upset. What is the best advice for him to follow?

Be as detailed as possible in writing the email.

What is true of clinical depression?

It can be effectively and consistently treated.

What is true of quality research?

It is goal-oriented and starts with a question.

Which of the following is an appropriate example of planning ahead for a meeting with an advisor?

Making an appointment and having a prepared list of questions

The three primary areas of our lives that should be in balance are:

Meaningful work, satisfying relationship, healthy lifestyle

Caleb is considering when multitasking might be a good option for him. What is the best advice for him?

Multitask for simple, unimportant matters alone.

When should you skip a prerequisite?

Never

Students seeking a degree at a community college generally have two choices:

One with a career focus and one with a transfer focus

Judgers prefer ________ while Perceivers prefer ________.

Organization and spontaneity.

A grant that is awarded bases on need. It is awarded to undergraduate students with no previous degree. It is awarded based on a formula set up by the government.

PELL grant

Risk factors for college success are:

Predictors, not determiners

In order to study material in a short amount of time, you should:

Read, write, listen and speak the material.

According to the text, college success courses like this one help students to:

Stay in school and be successful

Before dropping a class, you should first speak with:

The instructor

According to FOCUS, people generally attend community college:

To improve their skills or gain new skills

Challenging classes require as much as 4 hours study time for every hour spent in class.

True

There are serious academic consequences for plagiarism, even if it is unintentional.

True

When conducting research, it is best to start with a question.

True

A community college classmate of yours failed his first math exam. What should he do to improve next time?

Use the tutoring services available on campus

If you are techflexing, you are:

Using technology and its flexibility to your advantage

What is the first step of information literacy?

define

You can't control time, but you can manage your:

energy