WGU D389 Learning Strategies in High
Education Midterm Study Assessment Set
Exam
Why Set Goals? - -To manage time and prioritization while pursuing higher education.
Step By Step Approach to Setting Goals - -Identify what needs to be done.
Break down those needs into smaller steps.
Set deadlines.
Share your goals with someone else who will hold you accountable.
Method of Effective Time Management - -Prioritize studying by deadline.
List and Define Each Smart Goal - -Specific- Specify what you want to achieve. or
accomplish.
Measurable- Measurement of achieving the goal.
Achievable- Challenging but can be achieved.
Relevant- Specific goal that is realistic or achievable
Time Bound- Time the goal should be accomplished
Time Management Tips - -Be mindful of your motives for being a student.
Practice consistent, restorative sleep habits.
Effectively keep track of learning and to-do activities.
Listen as though you're going to teach it.
Process what you have done and learned at the end of each day.
What is Procrastination? - -Unnecessary delay of starting an activity.
What are reasons people procrastinate? - -Despise the task.
Lack of Confidence
Distraction
Overwhelmed
Creative Block
Emotional Block to Time Management for Health Professionals - -Stress
Anxiety
Mind set
Define Mindset - -a way of thinking
What are the Five Method of Note Taking - -Cornell Method
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Outlining Method
Mind Mapping
Charting Method
Sentence Method
Cornell Method - -2 1/2 inch column on left side & 6 inch column on right side
What is the purpose of the Cornell Method? - -Organizing format to identify major
concepts.
How would you use the Cornell Method? - -By pulling out main ideas while listening and
reading.
What is the value of the Cornell method, which involves dividing a paper into a two-and-
a-half-inch margin by a six-inch wide area? - -It is an easy, organized format in which
major concepts are readily identified.
Outlining Method - -Information that is most general begins on the left-hand side of the
paper and then more specific facts are indented further to the right-hand side
(Turn main point into Question)
-Most structured note taking methods and visually looks very organized
Mind Mapping Method - -Method that uses comprehension/concentration skills and
evolves in a visual note taking form which relates each fact or idea to another. (Visual -
Flash Cards)
Charting Method - -Information is distinct and/or chronological, it may be helpful to set
up your paper by drawing columns and labeling appropriate headings in a table.
(Chronological Notes)
Sentence Method - -Write every new thought, fact or topic on a separate line,
numbering as you progress. (Paragraph)
What is the difference between linear and nonlinear note-taking? - -Linear notes are in
order.
Nonlinear notes are not organized.
What is annotation? - -A strategy for retaining reading information.
What is the Pomodoro Technique? - -Study session with planned breaks.
What is the purpose of the Pomodoro Technique? - -Maximize focus and retention
What does PQ3R stand for? - -Preview
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