SLS Midterm
What is an indication that you have a growth mindset? "I embrace challenges and change." "I shouldn't have to work at a subject to be good at it." "If I fail, it means I am just not good enough." "I am smart."
"I embrace challenges and change."
Which statement reflects a fixed mindset? "'This class is an opportunity for me to finally conquer this fear." "I just can't do math." "I am going to get tutoring in math." "I am going to figure out the best way for me to study math."
"I just can't do math."
How many credits does the SLS1510 class count for? 1 2 3 4
3
According to a study conducted by James Roberts, Luc Honore Petnji Yaya, and Chris Manolis, college students spend an average of __________ hours each day on their cell phones.1Links to an external site. 2 to 3 hours 4 to 5 hours 6 to 8 hours 8 to 10 hours
8 to 10 hours
What is a self limiting belief? A belief that keeps you going. A belief that helps you move forward. A belief that you need to succeed. A belief that holds you back.
A belief that holds you back.
Staff members at the __________ are trained to help you choose classes. Financial Aid Office Academic Advising Office Student Services Center Disability Services Office
Academic advising office
Anja is pursuing an associate's degree in accounting, but isn't sure whether she is required to take statistics. Who should Anja speak with to find out whether she needs to take statistics to earn her degree? Academic advisor Math tutor at the Academic Support and Tutoring Office Staff member at the Student Employment Office Staff member at the Student Services Center
Academic advisor
Your instructors expect that you will devote most of your unstructured time to a part-time job. family obligations. rest and relaxation. academic work.
Academic work
Student Accessibility offers which of the following services? Math Accommodations Note-Taking Services Extended Testing Time All of the above.
All of the above
The syllabus is ________________________________. It is an important document that you need to read this week for each of your classes. given for each of your courses. rules for the course. lists assignments. all of the above.
All of the above
A person with a "dreamer" style of procrastination has big plans and ideas, but does not put them into action. This person should ........ Do not TRY ---- actually DO!! All of these. Replace dreams with plans. Develop actionable steps and then follow through with them one at a time.
All of these
What is a great way to work on developing a Growth Mindset? All of these. Ask for help. Recognize that you have choices. Be aware of your thinking.
All of these
Why is having a Growth Mindset important? You keep going even when you fail. You are open to getting help. You figure out how you learn best. All of these
All of these
This class covers topics such as Financial Planning Organization Time Management All of these will be covered
All of these will be covered
The five steps for critical thinking work best when applied to courses in the arts only. math and science courses only. courses in the social sciences only. all of your academic experiences in college.
All of your academic experiences in college
Critical thinking is essential when you are being creative because as you come up with novel ideas or explanations during the creative process, you need to embrace the conventional position. implement them immediately. analyze whether they make sense. verify that they are truly unique.
Analyze whether they make sense
The counseling center offers assistance to students who are experiencing test anxiety. The Counseling Center also provides mental health support for depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, ADHD, eating disorders, suicide prevention, anger, grief and loss, stress, and substance use. have questions about prerequisites for a course. are looking for a part-time job. want to join a club.
Are experiencing test anxiety. The Counseling Center also provides mental health support for depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, ADHD, eating disorders, suicide prevention, anger, grief and loss, stress, and substance use.
One way to show instructors that you are interested in the course they teach is to befriend other students in the class. listen in class instead of taking notes. ask thoughtful questions. communicate with him or her only through e-mail.
Ask thoughtful questions
Aubrey always does the assigned reading for her courses, but she often feels like she doesn't fully understand the material until it's been discussed in class. Aubrey is most likely a(an) __________ learner. aural visual read/write kinesthetic
Aural
Critical thinking helps students to take word-for-word notes during lectures. focus on memorizing the material they read in textbooks. respond to questions in a manner that embraces the status quo. become active, engaged citizens.
Become active, engaged citizens
Where do you find announcements, email your peers, course syllabus, and see your grades? Canopy Drive Campus Grassland Canvas
Canvas
One way to avoid procrastination is to tackle __________ first. easy assignments the assignment that is most interesting an assignment that is not due soon challenging assignments
Challenging assignments
A useful technique for taking thoughtful notes in class is to pretend that each lecture is a conversation between you and the instructor. show being performed for your entertainment. final exam being administered verbally. presentation consisting of opinions rather than facts.
Conversation between you and the instructor
__________ is defined as "the mental process of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information to reach an answer or conclusion." Creativity Brainstorming Reflecting Critical thinking
Critical thinking
You can make complex assignments and tests more manageable if you break them into smaller chunks. Which one of the steps below should you start with outlining the paper developing a thesis False writing the introductory paragraph
Developing a thesis
What is the final step of creating a SMART goal? Using the "SMART" method to refine your goals. Brainstorming and creating your "first draft" goals. Differentiating between short- and long-term goals. Examining what motivational drivers will help you achieve each SMART goal.
Examining what motivational drivers will help you achieve each SMART goal.
__________ enjoy classes that allow for active class participation and group discussions because they are comfortable speaking in groups and are stimulated in these situations. Extraverts Judging types Feeling types Intuitive types
Extraverts
A "worrier" does not fear taking risks and embraces doing challenging things. True False
False
All work and no play is a recipe for success in college. You need to focus only on school to be successful. You can play after you have a career. True False
False
College is a time to readily accept all information presented to you by your instructors because they are experts in their fields. True False
False
In college, as in life, we sometimes have to do things that don't interest us. You can motivate yourself to get started on those types of tasks by rewarding yourself before to get your started. True False
False
It is recommended that you take many breaks throughout the day to enjoy your favorite online sites and respond to e-mail. True False
False
Linear thinkers use charts or visual representations in their note taking. True False
False
Outside of the classroom, you should only communicate with your instructor through e-mail. True False
False
Students only need to apply for financial aid one time, at the beginning of college. True False
False
The Counseling Center charges $20.00 for each session. True False
False
The less you bring your past experiences into the college learning process, the more powerful your critical thinking skills will be. True False
False
The more time you take to plan, the less free time you'll have. True False
False
You can make complex assignments more manageable by completing them in one long study session rather than working on them in segments over time. True False
False
You should include your academic life, work life, family commitments, but you don't want to add your mealtimes, exercise plans, and sleep goals in your planner. True False
False
When Tana found out that she got a D on her Chemistry midterm, she just shrugged her shoulders and said, "I know I'm not good at science. I'll just focus on courses that I know I can do well in." Which type of mindset does Tana have? Intrinsic Extrinsic Fixed Growth
Fixed
What is the best way to see all the important dates for the semester such as the last day to add/drop and withdraw from a class? From your instructor From the Academic Calendar located on the Main TCC Web Page Dates are posted in the classroom. Dates are posted in the Dean's office.
From the Academic Calendar located on the Main TCC Web Page
__________ consists of determination and a sustained effort to work toward long-term goals despite unexpected struggles and slow progress. Motivation Grit Resilience Mindset
Grit
After finishing the first draft of a research paper, Diego asked a staff member at the writing center to look it over and give it some feedback. When he sat down to discuss the paper with the reviewer, he was told that it needed a lot of work. There were many spelling errors and some of his arguments lacked sufficient evidence. After he left, Diego reflected on the reviewer's feedback and told himself that he knows he can do better, and then dedicated the next few nights to revising his paper. Diego can be described as having a(n) __________ mindset. fixed growth intrinsic extrinsic
Growth
What happens if you save to the desktop in the learning commons? If the computer shuts-down, you will lose your work. Nothing will happen TCC resources in place to help with any issues. Walk to the desk and report the issue and then leave. Auto save and auto draft will be enable for 5 mins.
If the computer shuts-down, you will lose your work.
Visual learners would benefit most from recording lectures and listening to them again while studying. looking for additional reading on the topic discussed in class. including illustrations and symbols in their class notes. finding ways to include their senses in the material they are studying.
Including illustrations and symbols in their class notes.
Reading over notes from previous class sessions while reviewing your new notes will increase the connections you make between material discussed on different days. make it more difficult for you to remember the new information. decrease the likelihood of synthesizing what was said during the lecture. be a less effective method of studying than focusing only on the new material.
Increase the connections you make between material discussed on different days.
Amanda is studying for a test in her Greek Mythology class. Although the course isn't related to her major, she wants to do well on the test because getting good grades gives her a sense of pride. Which type of motivation does Amanda have for doing well on her test? Fixed Growth Extrinsic Intrinsic
Intrinsic
__________ tend to be drawn to classes that allow for deep introspection and individual work. Thinking types Introverts Judging types Sensing types
Introverts
What is Canvas? Is where you submit your assignment, see grades, see your symbols, or announcements. TCC Learning management System (LMS) A closely woven, heavy cloth of cotton, hemp, or linen, used for tents, sails, etc. Not sure what Canvas is but it's probably not available this school term post COVID-19.d. TCC President and CEO office location is in the Canvas Hall Lecture Room.
Is where you submit your assignment, see grades, see your symbols, or announcements. TCC Learning management System (LMS)
How does writing down your personal reactions when taking notes help keep you more engaged? It encourages you to take verbatim notes. It requires you to pay attention and respond to the lecture conversation. It prevents you from asking potentially distracting questions. It discourages you from thinking about the material too deeply.
It requires you to pay attention and respond to the lecture conversation.
Which type of learner prefers hands-on, real-world learning with a physical component? Visual Aural Read/write Kinesthetic
Kinesthetic
Where should you go if you need help researching a topic for an assignment? Career Services Office Diversity center Library First-Year Programs Office
Library
Which statement about mentors is true? Mentors are invested in your well-being. Only instructors can be mentors. Good students do not benefit from working with a mentor. You should interact with your mentor infrequently.
Mentors are invested in your well-being.
Which of these is a helpful strategy when you find yourself getting distracted by your environment? Move to a different location. Check your e-mail throughout the day. Reward yourself before you finish. Complete fun tasks first.
Move to a different location
What is the drive name (storage place) that is in the "Cloud" for TCC students? Absolute Value TCC Uno Tag One Drive SLSBLG
One Drive
According the PowerPoint, a person with a ___________________________ style of procrastination should change thinking from everything must be perfect, to everything will be as good as possible, know the difference between practical and ideal; this does not mean settling for inferior work. overdoer perfectionist worrier defier
Perfectionist
What is the name of our text book? Choices for College Success 2nd Ed. Choices for College Success 3rd Ed . Pocket Guide to College Success 3rd Ed. College Here and Now, 1st Ed.
Pocket Guide to College Success 3rd Ed.
Which of these APPS might be used by a TCC student? RideAlong1, Quest4, Forces3, URL0 QLESS, MyTCC, Canvas, Workday & Zoom TCC2, Fallout1, Rest4, Bravo3 Quest, Labor4, DocCam1, Cameo, Broom
QLESS, MyTCC, Canvas, Workday & Zoom
Students who learn best from their textbooks are considered __________ learners. visual aural read/write kinesthetic
Read/write
The ability to bounce back after experiencing setbacks in life is called grit. mindset. motivation. resilience.
Resilience
A few minutes before class starts, you should skim through the next assigned chapter in your textbook. review your notes from the last class. open to a blank page in your notebook and wait for class to begin. review the syllabus to see when the next test will be.
Review your notes from the last class
Which of these was one of the time management skills suggested in the chapter? Don't write everything down. Keep your schedules in more than one place. Save time by planning and then prioritizing. None of these were offered in the chapter as suggestions.
Save time by planning and then prioritizing.
How many places should you use to back up your important documents? Just save it to the screen and walk away come back days later. Just don't worry about saving anything just print it out and go. Everything auto saves so there is no need. Save to as many places as possible, such as One Drive, USB Drive, and email yourself.
Save to as many places as possible, such as One Drive, USB Drive, and email yourself.
What is the last thing you need to do before you walk away from LC computer station? Save work and shut down the computer. Ask for help from the commons before departure. Just walk away and keep it moving. What LC computer station again.
Save work and shut down the computer
What is the first thing you do after starting a new document? Move to another document station for better lighting. Check to see if you have paper for new document. Ask technology person for nearest plug station. Save your work/assignment/document
Save your work/assignment/document
Adalyn is concerned because her grades have been slipping in her Political Science class. She does all of the assigned reading, hasn't missed a single class, and always takes notes. The class meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and she sets aside time to study on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. However, when she sits down to study, she often has trouble remembering the context of her notes. Which strategy would best help Adalyn to improve her retention of the material presented in classroom lectures and discussions? Studying her notes and the assigned reading on Sunday instead of Saturday Taking verbatim notes instead of focusing on main ideas, key points, and examples Setting aside ten minutes later in the day after each class to go over her notes Sitting further away from the instructor during class to get a better view of the room
Setting aside ten minutes later in the day after each class to go over her notes
Someone with a "crisis-maker" style of procrastination ...... (Select all that apply) Should create specific due dates that come before the instructor's deadline Implement a more structured schedule. Believes they perform better under pressure. Call a friend and complain about the chaos in life.
Should create specific due dates that come before the instructor's deadline Implement a more structured schedule. Believes they perform better under pressure.
College Success (SLS1510) meets which requirement for the AA. Communication State Core Science TCC Core Social Science TCC Core G2 Elective
Social Science TCC Core G2
During a Sociology lecture, Mya's instructor stated that discrimination is more prevalent today than at any other time in American history. Mya was shocked by this statement because she believes that while discrimination still exists, significant strides have been made in the last few generations. As a critical thinker, what should Mya do? Wait to see if anyone else disagrees before saying anything. Assume that it doesn't matter whether she agrees with the instructor. Speak up and share her perspective with the class. Assume that she is incorrect because the instructor is more knowledgeable.
Speak up and share her perspective with the class
__________ means combining different aspects of information in a coherent and meaningful way. Analyzing Synthesizing Evaluating Applying
Synthesizing
Which strategy will help you develop a growth mindset in college? Taking a break when your efforts aren't producing successful results Never admitting that a challenge has you frustrated Ignoring your intrinsic motivators when faced with an obstacle Focusing on what you are lacking when struggling with a project
Taking a break when your efforts aren't producing successful results
Which statement about goals is false? Your goals help you articulate what's important to you and the outcomes you want for yourself. Keeping a positive perspective and adapting to stress will help you achieve your goals. The more general your goals, the easier it will be to identify whether you have achieved them. Goals help you lay out the steps you need to take to find academic success and feel fulfilled.
The more general your goals, the easier it will be to identify whether you have achieved them.
What does the T in SMART goal stand for? Tentative Trackable Timely Technical
Timely
A person with an "overdoer" style of procrastination does not know how to say no, does not want to disappoint people, so they take on too much, run out time, and turn in half-done, or unsatisfactory assignments. True False
True
Agreeing with every argument made in a classroom discussion prevents you from thinking critically about the information presented. True False
True
CLEP (College Level Examination Program) tests offer course completion credit, for general education courses used to complete a college degree. True False
True
Give friends and family permission to point out when you're procrastinating. True False
True
Having the ability to ask questions and reach out for help leads to successful careers and fulfilling lives. True False
True
Having the right mindset can impact the decisions you make, your actions, and the way you deal with challenges along the way. True False
True
In fact, when you find yourself procrastinating, try to acknowledge it. Being honest with yourself about procrastination will actually help you combat it. You can then determine why you're procrastinating so that you can find targeted strategies to overcome your procrastination. True False
True
It's important to be thoughtfully engaged during class because the information presented during class is integral to your learning and to your academic success. True False
True
Organizing your time in a planner can help you determine when you need to cut back on extracurricular activities or job hours. True False
True
Peers and other students can sometimes relate to what you are going through even more directly than a mentor can. True False
True
Staying organized in this way helps you gain control of your daily life and reduce stress as you manage your college responsibilities. True False
True
Subsidized Loans do NOT accrue interest while you are in school at least half-time or during deferment periods. True False
True
The best way to contact your instructor is via email, but it is not the only way. Instructors can be reached by phone and during their office hours. True False
True
The more people you meet early on in your college career, the more support you can build for yourself. True False
True
Tip #1: Make sure you assess your environment What distraction can you put away? What mess can you clean up? Do you have everything you need to be successful? True False
True
Tip #2: Make sure you have a planner. Remember your DUE dates are not Do dates. Enter both start dates and due dates on your calendar. True False
True
Writing down what day you will begin assignments and what day you will start studying for tests can greatly improve your chances for college success. True False
True
You can use your financial aid account to buy your books anytime. True False
True
You can use your smart phone to help you beat procrastination. True False
True
You might not have needed a planner before because you had the same schedule and assignments as your friends or your family reminded you of what you needed to do. True False
True
In Chapter 4 it says: "As a general rule, start small assignments ________________before they are due and larger papers and projects at least _____________days in advance (or more if necessary)." one day; three days two to three days; five to seven days four to five days; two to three days the day before; four to five days
Two to three days; five to seven days
How many copies of Microsoft Office 365 can a TCC student download? 20 Copies for emergency purposes. Up to 5 copies The professor said what copies are we talking about again? O copies sounds good.
Up to 5 copies
__________ learners prefer symbols used to connect words in some meaningful way. Visual Kinesthetic Aural Read/write
Visual
April needs to pick out a gift for her father's birthday, and she's narrowed it down to two choices-a watch or a chess set. As she thinks about her options, she notes that the watch is something he would wear every day, and it would remind him of her every time he looks at it. However, it is a bit expensive. On the other hand, the chess set is a gift that he will use with her, letting them spend time together, although she can get a bit competitive sometimes. What is April doing as she ponders her decision? Clarifying the decision she needs to make. Gathering and analyzing relevant information. Identifying one choice as the best possible option. Weighing the pros and cons of her options.
Weighing the pros and cons of her options
What does it mean if you are multimodal? You prefer to learn visually rather than aurally. You do not prefer any sensory modalities. You prefer two sensory modalities almost equally. You prefer to learn aurally rather than visually.
You prefer two sensory modalities almost equally.
Does TCC charge for printing? What's the question again I missed it. Next semester they will begin charges it's a pandemic. No, why should they it's free. yes, various fees for black and white, single sided doubled, side etc.
yes, various fees for black and white, single sided doubled, side etc.
