Learning How to Learn: Week 4

This is one of the steps on Dr. Felder's test checklist

1. Go over the study guide with classmates. 2. Understand all the solutions to homework problems before turning it in. 3. Outline each homework problem before discussing with classmates. 4. Outline the problem solutions quickly without spending time doing the algebra. 5. Get a reasonable night's sleep.

What is also true about mini tests in your regular study sessions?

As one of the videos asserted, you will learn and retain more in one hour of testing than you would if you spent one hour studying.

What is true about the "hard stop, jump to easy" test taking technique?

It is best to first try this technique during your study sessions before a test in order to determine if it is right for you and to get a feel for how it will work.

What is something else that is true about teamwork?

Sometimes you can blindly believe you've got everything nailed down intellectually, but you haven't. This is one reason it is sometimes good to study with others.

What is true about mini tests in your regular study sessions?

Tests during study sessions are good for concentrating the mind.

Some test taking techniques include

During the test, momentarily shift your attention from the test questions and check your answers from back to front.

What is true about teamwork?

The best study sessions with others start on time, stay on task and contain a bare minimum of small talk in order to focus on the purpose for the gathering. The time for play is after the work is done.

What is also true about the "hard stop, jump to easy" test taking technique?

This method is helpful only if you have already spent time preparing for the test.

These are true about pre-test stress.

When stressed, your body produces cortisol which can give you sweaty palms and a racing heart and when stressed, turn your attention to your breathing.