Study Skills Flashcards
Study Hall
A quiet environment to focus on studies or make up assignments.
Organization
Keep materials in a neat matter, easy to find information.
Photographic Memory
The ability to look at an object, article, or video and create an image in the mind for recall.
Long Term Memory
A memory that can be recalled on from years ago with details.
Short Term Memory
The ability to store information for recall within a day or week.
MLA
A format for citing resources in a research paper or presentation.
Dyscalculia
A learning disorder where numbers appear backwards or jumbled in the mind.
Dyslexia
A learning disorder where letters appear backwards or jumbled in the mind.
Kinesthetic Learning
A person who learns through experiences or activities such as labs or field trips.
Retention
The ability to remember information.
Decoding
The process of breaking down information into recognizable parts.
Stereotype
A judgement held by a person or group about another group of people.
Critical Thinking
The process of analyzing and evaluating information to draw a conclusion.
Time Management
The process of controlling the amount of time spent on activities to increase efficiency and productivity.
Mnemonic Device
A learning technique such as a rhyme or catchphrase to help remember information.
Active Reading
Reading with increased concentration and focus.
Learning Styles
Different ways in which people learn.
Motivation
A process in which on initiates, guides, and maintains goal oriented behavior.
Thesaurus
A resource that identifies synonyms.
Dictionary
A resource to find multiple definitions of words.
Visual Learner
A person who learns through visual representation of ideas such as charts and videos.
Generalization
A conclusion that something is true about a person or group that is made without examining the facts.
Tutoring
Seeking out additional help to work on a struggling subject.
Peer Review
Having another classmate look over work or a project before turning in for grading.
