College readiness Milestone 2

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for staying healthy as a student in higher education?

Eat less than 1200 calories a day.

It's not important to eat breakfast the day of your exam. Is this statement true or false?

False, because if you don't give your body food, your brain and body will not be at its best.

What is the purpose of exams in higher education?

To evaluate your progress in the course

One thing you can do to improve your efficiency with reading assignments is to _________

take breaks occasionally to move around or stretch

If you struggle with major anxiety related to exams, the best thing to do is to handle it on your own. Is this statement true or false?

False, because you should contact disability services.

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for completing your projects in school?

Ignoring critical feedback from others

What is the main reason instructors assign papers?

Papers give you the opportunity to think critically about the subject matter of the class and formulate your own viewpoint about it.

Why are peer-reviewed publications valued for research in higher education?

Peer-reviewed publications are written and evaluated by recognized experts in a particular field.

Your instructor is giving a lecture with a lot of details about a particular topic. Why is your instructor doing this?

To help deepen your understanding, think critically about the subject matter, and raise questions

The primary purpose of the projects you do in higher education is to ________.

allow you to practice the concepts you've learned about

It's the morning, and you've made a list of things you need to do. In what order should they be prioritized? -Go grocery shopping for the week-Catch up on Netflix-Complete reading for history class this afternoon-Get started on your paper for the midterm in one month-Update your lab notebook for next week's biology class

1. Complete reading for history class this afternoon2. Go grocery shopping for the week3. Update your lab notebook for next week's biology class4. Get started on your paper due in one month5. Catch up on Netflix

You find that it's easier for you to listen to recordings of books or podcasts rather than reading. This statement best describes which of the following learning styles?

Auditory learner

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of technology in higher education?

Being able to check social media while you study.

You've been assigned a paper. What do you need to do before you can write your paper?

Check the assignment instructions to understand exactly what you are being asked to do.

You've determined that you are an auditory learner. Select the method you can use to leverage your learning style, even when the course isn't designed for auditory learners.

Create a study group with others so you can listen to what others have to say and discuss the course.

You just realized that you greatly underestimated the time you needed to complete a project, and now you have just a week to finish up. What is the best strategy for your success as a student?

Estimate how many hours it will take you to finish the project. Identify your other important goals and responsibilities for the week and exactly how long those tasks take. Write down a plan and execute it.

You are researching the pros and cons of drinking red wine. You find an article about 10 health benefits of drinking red wine every day. The article is posted on a blog called "The Wine Expert." You can't see the name of the author, but you do see an advertisement for Black Fruit Vineyards. Is this source of information credible, or questionable?

Questionable, because you can't find the name of the author.

Which of the following can you do to get your paper ready to turn in?

Read the paper aloud to make sure it sounds right, check to ensure it meets assignment requirements, check to ensure each paragraph supports the thesis.

What is close reading?

Reading a single section of text multiple times to discover themes and meaning

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for active reading?

Scanning the text for a few minutes to get the general idea.

Which of the following is true as it relates to affording your education?

Scholarships and grants are a good way to fund your education because it is money you do not have to pay back.

What are some best practices for managing your mental health as a student in higher education?

Use tactics to reduce stress, recognize the symptoms of common mental health issues, and know to seek the help of a mental healthcare professional if these (or any other symptoms that cause you to struggle) occur.

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for gathering and using research?

Using only Wikipedia for research

Which of the following statements is FALSE as it pertains to best practices for preparing for class?

You can leave your phone on to take calls and send texts.

Which of the following is NOT true about the basic tools and skills you need for your education?

You need to be able to create formulas, graphs, and pivot tables in Microsoft Excel.

Which of the following is true about participating in class discussions?

You need to do your assigned readings and homework on time because if you don't, you won't be able to discuss the concepts competently.