Learning Strategies in Higher Education - Section 1

SMART goals Pomodoro technique Sophia is a college student meeting with her mentor later in the day, and part of their weekly call involves setting a SMART goal for the coming week. While setting goals using this format has been helpful, Sophia often fails to account for life circumstances (including a busy family life with many activities for her children) that might make her goals unrealistic given her circumstances. She plans to talk to her mentor about this during today's meeting and wants to have a goal ready. What is an appropriate SMART goal for Sophia? specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound 30 minute power study sessions with 5-10 minute breaks in between Learnin 74 terms MsS  "I will study on my tablet during my children's activities and for one hour after they are in bed." Miguel has an objective assessment (OA) to complete for his next course. He has been delaying this course because he does not have any background in the subject, and it is his first OA. He is unsure of how to approach his study time. His family is out of town, and he has an entire day to devote to this course. Which strategy should Miguel follow to give him the best chance of success? Plan a few one-hour sessions with 5- to 10-minute breaks in between each What is an example of procrastination? "I will write my essay tomorrow morning since it is due in the afternoon because I work better under pressure." What is a strategy for overcoming cognitive distortions? Focus on the positive What is the recommended approach for full-time learners to fit in study time? Study in 30-minute power sessions Why must healthcare professionals engage in continuing education throughout their careers? Healthcare workers must remain knowledgeable about new findings in their areas of expertise. What is a strategy to improve your performance on tests? Break the test into sections and focus on the questions in which you are confident. What research might you do to prepare to make a meaningful connection? Find out who might be attending and do research on a couple of people you want to meet. Chan became interested in community health while volunteering at mass vaccination events in his rural community. He got to know several professionals at his local health department who encouraged him to pursue his bachelor's degree in health and human services. Which strategy will help Chan pursue lifelong learning during his degree program and beyond in a career in community health? Follow his state and local health departments on social media What is an important step after making a new connection at a networking event to develop this professional connection? Follow up with a message about a strength, goal, or interest