D389 Learning Strategies in
Higher Education Flash Cards
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
[LATEST 2026-2027] 100%
GUARANTEED PASS
Sentence Method: used when course content is heavy and somewhat organized, but you don't
know how it all relates - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: write every new thought/idea, topic, or
fact on a new line, numbering or bulleting as you progress
Advantages: slightly more organized than a paragraph, gets more or all of the information,
thinking to tract content is still limited thought.
What is the difference between notetaking for linear-vs-nonlinear concepts? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Linear notes are most appropriate for sequential or chronological information, things
that follow an order, such as history; Non-linear is appropriate for mapping/visual notetaking as
the information isn't sequential or directly related.
Pomodoro: includes intentional timed breaks - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: 25 min. Timer,
specific parameters on what is to be completed, 5 min. Break, repeat; lengthen break after
every 4th session.
Advantages: helps keep focus when necessary and allows for break to renew attention span and
aides in retention
, PQ3R: Review, Question, Read, Recite, Review - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: go through
material, take notes and turn the main ideas into questions, read the questions, recite and
review questions and answers as well as material that got you to the questions.
Advantages: helps organize thoughts and study material in question form that with help to
better retain information, has extra retention strength because of the repetition
F.I.T.T. Frequency, Intensity, Technique, Time - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: study frequently, use
sensory engagement and visual stimulation for added intensity, 3-part retention process as well
as study techniques and note methods, keeping consistent scheduled times for review
Advantages: helps progress, retention, and momentum in course work; efficiency when studying
30-minute Power Sessions: - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: studying for a quick 3o min session
Advantages: for days with busy schedules or low motivation, 30 min in the morning and in the
evening; helps keep momentum with being overwhelming
What is the 3-Part Retention Process? - CORRECT ANSWER-1. analyze and sensory engagement
with notes 2. build in daily review from memory 3. build in cumulative review weekly
What are three strategies you can use when answering true-or-false questions? - CORRECT
ANSWER-1. watch for statements with double negatives, 2. pay attention to "absolute"
qualifiers, 3. guessing after elimination of two unreasonable choices
What are some additional test-taking strategies? - CORRECT ANSWER-1. using and whiteboard,
2. brain dumping right as the exam starts
What are the three causes of test anxiety? - CORRECT ANSWER-1. fear of failure, perfectionism,
2. self-doubt and irrational beliefs from experience, 3. lack of preparation
Higher Education Flash Cards
EXAM QUESTIONS AND
VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
[LATEST 2026-2027] 100%
GUARANTEED PASS
Sentence Method: used when course content is heavy and somewhat organized, but you don't
know how it all relates - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: write every new thought/idea, topic, or
fact on a new line, numbering or bulleting as you progress
Advantages: slightly more organized than a paragraph, gets more or all of the information,
thinking to tract content is still limited thought.
What is the difference between notetaking for linear-vs-nonlinear concepts? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Linear notes are most appropriate for sequential or chronological information, things
that follow an order, such as history; Non-linear is appropriate for mapping/visual notetaking as
the information isn't sequential or directly related.
Pomodoro: includes intentional timed breaks - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: 25 min. Timer,
specific parameters on what is to be completed, 5 min. Break, repeat; lengthen break after
every 4th session.
Advantages: helps keep focus when necessary and allows for break to renew attention span and
aides in retention
, PQ3R: Review, Question, Read, Recite, Review - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: go through
material, take notes and turn the main ideas into questions, read the questions, recite and
review questions and answers as well as material that got you to the questions.
Advantages: helps organize thoughts and study material in question form that with help to
better retain information, has extra retention strength because of the repetition
F.I.T.T. Frequency, Intensity, Technique, Time - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: study frequently, use
sensory engagement and visual stimulation for added intensity, 3-part retention process as well
as study techniques and note methods, keeping consistent scheduled times for review
Advantages: helps progress, retention, and momentum in course work; efficiency when studying
30-minute Power Sessions: - CORRECT ANSWER-Method: studying for a quick 3o min session
Advantages: for days with busy schedules or low motivation, 30 min in the morning and in the
evening; helps keep momentum with being overwhelming
What is the 3-Part Retention Process? - CORRECT ANSWER-1. analyze and sensory engagement
with notes 2. build in daily review from memory 3. build in cumulative review weekly
What are three strategies you can use when answering true-or-false questions? - CORRECT
ANSWER-1. watch for statements with double negatives, 2. pay attention to "absolute"
qualifiers, 3. guessing after elimination of two unreasonable choices
What are some additional test-taking strategies? - CORRECT ANSWER-1. using and whiteboard,
2. brain dumping right as the exam starts
What are the three causes of test anxiety? - CORRECT ANSWER-1. fear of failure, perfectionism,
2. self-doubt and irrational beliefs from experience, 3. lack of preparation
