Study Skills vocabulary Flashcards
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 jumble 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 be 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
Study Hall
A quiet area where a group or individual is focused on an assignment or preparing for an exam.
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.
