College Success Skills
A career is:
A profession you train for (correct)
Sometimes you will be required to take courses that may not immediately seem to relate to your major. What should you do
Connect the content to your life goals
The act of delaying some task that needs to be completed is the definition of
procrastination.
Which of the following is/are example(s) of exploratory reading?
Reading a review of a movie to decide if you want to see it or not
It is important to keep in mind that the better you are at studying and test-taking
All of the above.
Brian has reached the end of his freshman year and is realizing that he may not be on track to achieve his long-term goal of receiving an associate's degree in two years. Which of the following would be the least helpful advice for you to give Brian?
Change his major
Alex feels like they embody a range of gender expressions including male and female. They do not completely or consistently identify with male or female and would prefer not to be referred to by the pronouns he or she. Alex prefers the gender-neutral pronouns of they, them, and theirs. Alex may identify as:
Gender fluid
Being willing and able to ask for help is a strength, not a weakness. There are many benefits to asking for help. Which of the following is NOT a good reason to ask for help?
It is important to make sure you are fulfilling the goals that others have for you
When using online communication tools, it is important to learn how to interact without offending or annoying others. This is commonly referred to as:
Netiquette
If you are a student with learning based goals you may find that you are a) often reluctant to share your ideas with others because of what they might think about you b) not eager to answer questions in class because you might see things differently than most of the students in the class c) tempted to take only "easy" classes or the ones other students have rated as being easy A's d) all above
None of above
Prioritization involves
ordering tasks and allotting time for them based on their need or value.
A key to critical thinking is determining or identifying the problem or situation; which of the following is not on the list of critical components to identifying the problem?
Conduct limited research.
When students were surveyed about the kind of thinking they considered to be most important in their academic studies, the majority chose
critical thinking.
Generally speaking, keep in mind that
different kinds of tests may require different study strategies.
In discussing Bloom's Taxonomy, the author pointed out that although it was created in 1948, it was revised in 2001 to
re-label the highest level of thinking as Create.
In the survey available in the book, most students report that time management in college is
somewhat difficult.
In the realm of learning and studying, which conditions warrant memorization?
A Spanish or French course requiring you have a good vocabulary.
As you evaluate the text you read, it is important to
All of the above.
Reading for comprehension is recursive because
All of the above.
Which of the following is NOT a step in the Career Planning Cycle?
Demonstrate competence
Maria is concerned about her relationship with Janet. Maria feels like Janet has not been there for her lately. She does not feel appreciated or valued by Janet. Maria and Janet's relationship may be:
Unhealthy
Recursive reading means
reading, re-reading, and going back to make meaning and connections.
Which of the following degrees could you earn in two years?
Associate's degree in psychology
Your ability to manage stress, maintain healthy relationships, and meet the demands of daily life are aspects of your ______ health.
Emotional
What is the difference between equality and equity?
Equity means everyone gets what they need; equality means everyone gets the same thing
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using acronyms (I don't know = IDK)?
Everyone will understand your message.
Warren Buffett said, "Do not save what is left after spending; instead spend what is left after saving." What do you think he meant?
Save part of your money first before spending
Which of the following is NOT an aspect of the context of communication?
Words and visual
What will happen if you do not pay off your credit card balance each month?
You will pay daily interest on the entire amount from the day you made the purchase
An example of hyper organization is
analyzing and listing the components of a research paper (generating ideas, selecting a topic, researching, reviewing the literature, outlining, drafting, reviewing and revising).
It is recommended that as you are engaged in active reading you should
write down questions that come to mind.
Most college students say that the hardest part of completing the reading for college classes is
the amount of reading that has to be done.
Which of the following can be referred to as the contract of the course
Syllabus
SMART is an acronym created for goals and goal-setting; the acronym stands for
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-bound.
What is the first step in creating a successful long-term goal?
Think about your values
Each person views the world through their own unique combination of identities. This overlapping of identities is referred to as:
Intersectionality
Which of the following is not a mnemonic?
None of the above.
A study done at Emory University in Atlanta found that
a biological change occurs in the brain when you read.
The example of high school homework consisting of worksheets or tasks based on reading or classroom activities reflects which level of Bloom's's Taxonomy presented in chapter 2?
remembering, understanding and applying.
UGT is different than other learning theories because it is based on a) the learner's own wants and expectations b) how learning content affects the learning outcome. c) the ways delivery systems affect the learning process. d) All of the above. e) None of the above
the learner's own wants and expectations
According to the information presented in this chapter, when you are faced with a problem to solve, you must assess the skills you will need, including:
creative, analytical and critical thinking skills (perhaps a combination of skills).
Learning how to mindfully participate in virtual communities in a manner that allows us to exhibit more agency and productivity, while experiencing less stress can be achieved through developing:
Social media literacy
Stanford psychologist Dr. Carol Dweck is the pioneer in research on mindsets; her theory of fixed versus growth mindset has had a great impact on education and Dr. Angela Duckworth (creator of the concept of academic Grit) says growth mindset may be one of the best ways to develop Grit. According to Dr. Dweck, if you have a fixed mindset
you tend to believe that intelligence is something you are born with and you either have it or you don't.
Lolina has joined a student organization, developed relationships with faculty in her major, and is spending time practicing for job interviews. Which of the following would also support Lolina's career preparation?
Seek a summer internship
When you are preparing for the optimal study session, you should remember to
put your phone out of sight, preferably in another room.
Which of the following is NOT a way to gain additional real-world experience outside of your coursework?
Certification exam
People procrastinate for different reasons. These reasons can include.....
all of these
Which of the following is NOT true about personal identity?
It remains stable and consistent over time
Which of the following is not a recommendation of Roger von Oech?
None of the above.
Jonathan is pursuing a degree in marketing. He researched income trends and expects his starting annual salary to be $35,000. Based on his expected income, what would you recommend as his maximum student loan debt?
$34,000
Who should you contact if you want to talk to someone about your grade point average (GPA), educational goals, degree requirements, or institutional policies?
Advisor
Grants and scholarships are free money that can be used to fund your college education. Which of the following are appropriate sources of information about grants and scholarships?
All of the above
Learning to manage your money is important because people with stronger finances:
All of the above
Author Paul Stoltz created used GRIT as an acronym to help remember the attributes of a grit mindset. According to Stoltz, GRIT stands for
Growth, Resilience, Instinct, Tenacity
Change can result from internal or external factors. Which of the following is an example of an internal factor?
Indecision
Which of the following statements about sleep are accurate?
Lack of sleep impairs judgment, focus and overall mood.
Colin is a football player who is majoring in chemistry. He is a second-generation Chinese American. During a casual conversation, one of Colin's classmates asked, "Aren't your people good at science?" This is an example of:
Microaggression
Tyler's adviser reminds her that a student is required to enroll in 12 credit hours (four classes) each semester to be considered full-time; however, 15 credit hours (five classes) is recommended. Which of the following is NOT a reason for the recommendation to take 15 credit hours?
Professors are required to teach five classes each semester
John has a long-term goal of graduating with a bachelor's degree in engineering. His advisor suggests that he needs to create a plan to reach this goal. What is the first step John should take in creating his plan?
Reflect on his values
Which of the following is not an effective study strategy?
None of the above.
One downside to digital communication is that there are often fewer _____ cues, which can impact our ability to understand the emotional tone of the message.
Nonverbal
Dr. Brenan has a personal goal to increase the inclusivity of her sociology curriculum. Which of the following strategies would be lest likely to help her achieve this goal?
Requiring students to read the textbook
Alvin is an assistant manager at the bookstore. He is responsible for supervising other employees and ensuring that everything is completed with a certain level of excellence. Corin, Alvin's roommate, has complained to the residence hall staff that Alvin is bossy and overly picky about everything in their dorm room. Alvin may need to reflect on how his _____ changes in different situations.
Role identity
Who is Roger von Oech?
The President of Creative Think, a California consulting firm.
Walter and Trina are planning a campus event focused on equity and inclusion. Several students would like to help with the event by delivering speeches. Which of the following speeches would NOT be aligned with the topics of equity and inclusion?
The importance of untimed tests for all students
As explained in this book, skimming is
Using guides for understanding (headings, definitions, quotes, tables, transition words, titles, lists with bullets).
The following is an example of creative thinking:
All of the above.
Effects of procrastination can include all of the following except
Increase in self-esteem
There are many strategies for managing the tendency to postpone getting work done, including
getting organized, putting aside distractions and setting priorities.
A study conducted by the Pew Research Center found that 82 percent of high school students reported their typical writing assignments for high school were only one paragraph to one page in length. In contrast, while in college, students may be expected to write
All of the above.
When you are working with new content, you may need to schedule more time for reading because
All of the above.
Suppose you could design a suicide prevention workshop, what would you include?
All the above
Johnny recently graduated with his associate's degree in history. He would like to work as a public-school teacher. Unfortunately, he is not qualified to work in this position. Why do you think he is not qualified for this position?
He does not have a bachelor's degree
Francine is concerned that her roommate may be developing problematic drinking behavior. She noticed that her roommate drinks almost every night, usually consuming three or four drinks each night. Francine has seen her roommate have four or five drinks each Friday and Saturday for the past three weeks. Her roommate is exhibiting:
Heavy drinking
Successful college students use their resources. It can sometimes be difficult, but asking for _____ is important key to success
Help
Which of the following is NOT a function typically performed by an academic advisor?
Help students apply for financial aid
Professors will likely expect you to read the textbook before class, take notes during class, and study between classes. These expectations are unwritten assumptions which sociologists refer to as
Hidden Rules
Wanda noticed that her algebra professor calls on male students more often than female students, even when more females raise their hands to answer a question. Her professor also seems more interested and supportive when male students ask questions in class. Wanda is beginning to wonder if her professor has a(n) _____ regarding females and math.
Implicit bias
Trenton spent the evening at a networking event. After the event, he reflected on his actions and conversations. Trenton realized that he spent a lot of time talking about what he knows. He thinks he may have made a mistake and probably should have focused more on what he is:
Learning
During college, you will have the opportunity to build relationships with your professors and classmates. Expanding your ______ will be important during and after college
Network
Analytical thinking requires the establishment of component parts; examples of component parts do not include
None of the above.
The foundation of memory has been explained as
numerous biological devices by which living organisms acquire, retain, and make use of skills and knowledge.
If information is important and we are exposed to it frequently, the brain will store the information for us in
our long-term memory.
In this chapter, the author says one of the best ways to learn something is to
teach a lesson to someone else
To manage your time effectively, you need to plan how long it will take to do each task and then set aside that amount of time; fortunately,
there are some tools and apps to help manage one's time.
Some messages indicate the need for a response while others do not. Which of the following messages would NOT necessarily need a response?
Dr. Franco posted an announcement in the online course to inform students of the upcoming exam.
Hank's mother is trying to help him decide on a career path. She reminds him how well he did in math classes and encourages him to pursue a career in accounting. Hank struggles in his first accounting class in college. What should Hank do?
Talk to his professor and attempt one more accounting course.
The most useful way for a student to use results about learning styles and personality types is to
The most useful way for a student to use results about learning styles and personality types is to
Because of her scores on the college entrance exam, Julie was required to take developmental classes in both English and math. Which of the following is NOT true about developmental classes?
They are optional
Which of the following is an idea reflecting grit?
"I just kept telling myself to try again and I didn't give up even though it was hard and took me a long time to finish."
Graduates often stay connected to their college through the _______ association.
Alumni
Leading with empathy and kindness in all online interactions and treating each other with respect and dignity is called:
Digital civility
While we may not always consider it, most of our interactions communicate something to others. Why is it important to reflect on what you are unintentionally communicating?
People react to messages they perceive in facial expressions and body language
Your history professor requires you to participate in online discussions each week. This week's discussion involves a debatable question. The professor wants students to choose a side and defend their position. What is the best strategy for presenting your thoughts?
Provide a statement of your position supported by facts from the content
Claudia is frustrated because she is not moving toward graduation as quickly as she would like. Her parents have recently gotten divorced, which has taken a toll on her ability to focus on her schoolwork and impacted their ability to offer financial support. Claudia now must find a part-time job to help pay for college. Her advisor suggested that she revise her short-term goals. Which of the following is the most likely reason for this advice?
Revising your goals, especially when change is unexpected or external, can help you feel like you are back on track
What is the best thing to do if you realize that your selected major is no longer aligned with your values and long-term goals?
Talk to your advisor
There are three types of exercise. Which one is the best?
The one you will do consistently
Keith and Norene are arguing about whose psychology professor is the best. Keith believe his professor is the best because she gives them the notes before class. Norene believes her professor is the best because he uses short videos to demonstrate his lessons. Their conversation indicates that they may have different:
Values
Being persistent in working towards a goal in school and not giving up - even if it is hard work and takes a long time - is a quality referred to as
academic grit.
If you are a student with performance-based goals, you may find that you are a) unwilling to move outside your comfort zone b) worried about what other people think about you, especially if they think you are smart or not c) worried about what other people think about you, especially if they think you are smart or not d) All of the above e) none of above
all of the above
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is one of the most popular personality assessments. The MBTI
all of the above
Ideas about learning styles [for example, the VAK (that some people are visual leaners whereas others are auditory and some are kinesthetic)]
are limited in scope and lack the support of empirical research.
If you are required to read the U.S. Constitution for a history or political science class, you'll need to
do a lot of pre-reading to research the topic, the authors, the signers of the document and that time period in history.
In general, critical thinking means
making a judgment after carefully analyzing perspectives, opinions or experimental results.
