mid term 1- STDEV Flashcards
visual
learns through watching and seeing something
helpful strategies: reading, looking at pictures and diagrams/charts, watching films, videos, and demonstrations
auditory
learns through hearing
Helpful strategies: reading out loud, discussing material, asking and answering questions out loud, listening to study notes or lectures on tape
kinesthetic
learns through doing
Helpful hints: doing experiments, making up self tests, constructing models, working problems in order
definition of motivation
something that energizes, directs, and sustains behavior toward a particular goal
why is motivation important
affects whether or not you do your work how long you work on a task how well you concentrate on it how much effort you expend doing it what you learn from completing the task
intrinsic motivation
working on a task because you want to learn or do something (even when you don’t have to)
extrinsic motivation
working on a task because of the promise or expectation of earning rewards, grades, or other types of external gain
what three factors influence motivation
values/goals, self-efficacy, and effort
Explain the goal setting process
Base to top of pyramid: Values, lifetime goals, long-term goals, short-term goals, daily/weekly activities
What does SMART stand for
Specific measurable attainable relevant time-bound
definition of self efficacy
your belief in your own ability to successfully complete a task/goal
how does effort affect motivation
the amount of effort you put into a task affects your performance
What are some different strategies to increase motivation
set challenging but realistic goals
set learning goals
see the value in the task
definition of time management
the way you regulate or schedule your time
what are the benefits of time management
use time more efficiently
enjoy other activities
helps you stay motivated
helps you accomplish goals
explain how to use time management tools
time diary
fixed commitment calendar
semester calendar
weekly and daily to do lists
how do you calculate how many hours minimum you need to study each week
2 hours per credit minimum
What factors should you consider when calculating how many hours you need to study each week
credit load
difficulty
goals
What are common causes of procrastination
hostility toward professor
low frustration tolereance
self-dowing
What are some ideas to overcome procrasination
avoid over scheduling keep up with your homework create "to do" lists set priorities plan ahead for long term tasks breaking down large tasks recognize that not all assignments are easy set realistic goals start with the easy part just start
Why is it important to take lecture notes
promotes active listening
provides an accurate record of information
makes you restructure the information
provides additional repetition
what are the five steps to taking lecture notes
- evaluate your note-taking skills
- prepare before taking notes
- become an active listener
- use an effective note-taking system
- what to include in your notes
what is internal distractions
deal with competing activites, academic problems, and personal problems
what is external distractions
deals with what is happening around you/environmental
