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Of the study methods discussed in your textbook, which of the following would be the best for memorizing the order of operations in math class?
Use a mnemonic device
One reason to keep your GPA as high as possible is that all your future employers will focus on GPAs in the highering process.
false
SCC holds graduation in both the spring and the fall.
false
Students are granted excused absences if they are attending a school-sponsored event during the missed class.
false
Students should only take notes when an instructor is lecturing or writing on the board.
false
Students who are good readers in one subject, such as history, can safely assume that they will be good readers in all other subjects.
false
Teachers may lock you out of class if you are late.
false
Tutors are available to correct your work, provide answers for your class assignments that will be graded, and to help you withe take-home exams.
false
It is not possible to fail a class due to poor attendance.
false
Lost student IDs will be replaced free of charge.
false
you must sign up with your advisor for an advising appointment before you can register for classes.
true
Satisfactory Academic Progress, as defined by the US Department of Education, means meeting the following standard:
All of these
Of the study methods listed in your book, which would be the best for remembering historical facts for Americaan History?
Create self-test
What must you fill out online to see if you are eligible for financial aid?
FAFSA
Of the study methods discussed in your textbook, which of the following would be best for learning definitions in psychology class? Flash cards
Flash cards
Which of the following does SCC use to deliver an online class?
Moodle
What does PSAR stand for?
Prepare, Survey, Annotate, Review
All of the following are formats for note-taking named by your text book EXCEPT:
SOARS
Which of the following is NOT named in your textbook as a type of information you should annotate in a chapter?
all numbers
"Cramming" is a valuable study method that guarantees you will pass the test and retain information long-term.
f
Curriculum courses are offered by the college to promote lifelong learners who engage in learning to better themselves for career or personal enrichment.
f
Online classes are generally easier than face-to-face classes.
f
A transcript is a list of all the classes your program or certificate will require you to take. You can use it to plan out your future semesters.
false
An instructor's office hours are for working in his or her personal research areas, not for meeting with students.
false
Good note-taking involves writing down everything the instructor says, word for word.
false
If Sampson County Schools are cancelled due to inclement weather, SCC's campus will automatically also close.
false
If an instructor provides copies of powerpoints or lecture notes, there is no need for you to take any further notes in class.
false
If you take a course twice, the first attempt will not appear on your transcript.
false
When you skim a chapter, you usually read the entire chapter very carefully.
false
Whenever you move or get a new phone number, someone from Student Services will contact you to change your contact information in the school's records.
false
While in college, students should focus only on coursework and avoid all outside distractions, such as student activities, clubs, and organizations.
false
Your college instructors will not usually ask you to turn in typed papers or to submit work electronically
false
Scanning a chapter means locating specific information within the chapter.
t
Summer terms are generally harder than spring or fall terms because they are condensed into 8-10 weeks.
t
The best time to review class notes is within 24 hours of the class session.
t
All fines at SCC must be paid before you can access your official transcript or other records.
true
Consumption of alcohol at an off-campus SCC sponsored event is considered misconduct and is subject to disciplinary action.
true
Depending on your instructor's teaching style, she may not remind you of upcoming assignment deadlines or tests.
true
If you die during the semester, you get a full tuition refund.
true
If you drop a class within the first 10% of class meetings, you are eligible for a 75% tuition refund.
true
If you have two major tests in the same week, you should prioritize studying for the class that has more credit hours associated with it, because your grade in that class will have a bigger impact on your GPA.
true
In college classes, teachers typically do not grade homework and only give a few grades for the semester.
true
It is usually a good idea to take a "W" in a class if it is not going to be possible for you to pass.
true
Lost and Found is located in Student Services.
true
No one outside college personnel may access student records or information without written approval from the student
true
One disadvantage of taking a "W" in a class is that you will have to retake the class, possibly putting you behind schedule in getting your required credits for your degree.
true
Parking tickets are $25 and payable at the Business Office.
true
To graduate with High Honors, one must have a GPA of 4.0.
true
You should review your notes within 24 hours of taking them.
true
you have 10 business days to initiate an appeal on a final grade.
true
