SLS 1501 MIDTERM PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
ACCURATE ANSWERS - UCF
Memory Strategies - Answers - Rehearsal, Elaboration, Chunking, Stories & Emotions,
Mnemonics
The Memory Process - Answers - Encoding (getting memories into our memory system)
Storage (how we hold onto & save our memories)
Retrieval (how we find memories previously stored)
Note-Taking Methods - Answers - Cornell Method, Concept Map, Matrix Notes,
Traditional Outline, Digital Notes, Note-Taking Apps, Linear Notes
Which note taking method works the best according to Kiewra et al. (1988)? Least
effective? - Answers - Matrix Notes (MOST) Linear Notes (LEAST)
Study: Dickinson, D.J., & O'Connell, D.Q. (1990) - Answers - Investigated the impact of
time and study strategies on grades - It's more important to study well than study long.
How can you test your knowledge? Pg. 68 - Answers - -pretend you have a test after
every class
-take practice tests
-learn from mistakes where there are no negative consequences
3R Reading Method - Answers - Read the material
Recite what you know without looking at the book
Review what you don't know and what you do
4 Study Group Roles - Answers - Agenda Maker, Facilitator, Time Keeper, Quiz Creator
Study: Sana, F., Weston, T., and Cepeda, N.J. (2013) - Answers - Laptop multitasking
hinders classroom learning for both users and nearby peers
Benefits of Effective Goal Setting - Answers - Increased academic achievement
Increased likelihood of staying in college
More positive emotions
Improved well-being later in life
Increased success overall
Framework for setting goals - Answers - SMART goals (Strategic, Measurable,
Achievable, Realistic/Relevant, Time-based)
ABCs of Effective Goal Setting and Implementation - Answers - Aim High
ACCURATE ANSWERS - UCF
Memory Strategies - Answers - Rehearsal, Elaboration, Chunking, Stories & Emotions,
Mnemonics
The Memory Process - Answers - Encoding (getting memories into our memory system)
Storage (how we hold onto & save our memories)
Retrieval (how we find memories previously stored)
Note-Taking Methods - Answers - Cornell Method, Concept Map, Matrix Notes,
Traditional Outline, Digital Notes, Note-Taking Apps, Linear Notes
Which note taking method works the best according to Kiewra et al. (1988)? Least
effective? - Answers - Matrix Notes (MOST) Linear Notes (LEAST)
Study: Dickinson, D.J., & O'Connell, D.Q. (1990) - Answers - Investigated the impact of
time and study strategies on grades - It's more important to study well than study long.
How can you test your knowledge? Pg. 68 - Answers - -pretend you have a test after
every class
-take practice tests
-learn from mistakes where there are no negative consequences
3R Reading Method - Answers - Read the material
Recite what you know without looking at the book
Review what you don't know and what you do
4 Study Group Roles - Answers - Agenda Maker, Facilitator, Time Keeper, Quiz Creator
Study: Sana, F., Weston, T., and Cepeda, N.J. (2013) - Answers - Laptop multitasking
hinders classroom learning for both users and nearby peers
Benefits of Effective Goal Setting - Answers - Increased academic achievement
Increased likelihood of staying in college
More positive emotions
Improved well-being later in life
Increased success overall
Framework for setting goals - Answers - SMART goals (Strategic, Measurable,
Achievable, Realistic/Relevant, Time-based)
ABCs of Effective Goal Setting and Implementation - Answers - Aim High
