Learning Framework Test #3 (solved)

Active reading vs. passive reading - ANSWER is nothing more than a mindset. It is the attitude you have as you begin the reading process. Being focused and and attentive to what you are reading Tips to develop a strong vocabulary - ANSWER -look up words that you do not know -read often and read a variety of material, including difficult material -ask for clarifications in class and online -try to remember the word in its usage -keep a running list of words you do not know -make connections through rhyming the new word with familiar words -draw a picture of the word's definition on a index card -work crossword puzzles and word games How to improve speed and comprehension - ANSWER -learn to concentrate -overcome fixation SQ3R - ANSWER -scan -question -read -recite -review Listening - ANSWER learned, voluntary activity, you must choose to do it Hearing - ANSWER not learned, it is automatic and involuntary Listening defined - ANSWER -involves the eyes, ears, undivided attention, and your heart -purpose, objectively, and constructively Listening styles - ANSWER -action oriented -time oriented -people oriented -content oriented Obstacles of listening - ANSWER -prejudging -talking -becoming too emotional Tips for effective notetaking - ANSWER -physically and mentally attend class -come to class prepared -bring your textbook -ask question L STAR - ANSWER -listening -setting it down -translating -analyzing -remembering 3 common note taking systems - ANSWER -outline -Cornell -mapping Types of memory - ANSWER -sensory -short term/working -long term VCR3 - ANSWER -visualizing -concentrating -relating -repeating -reviewing Mnemonic devices - ANSWER are memory tricks or techniques that assist you in putting information into your long term memory and pulling it out when you need it Sensory memory - ANSWER stores info gathered from your 5 senses (taste, touch, smell, hearing, and sight); usually temporary, lasting 1-3 seconds, unless you decide that the info is important to you and you make an effort to move to long term memory Short term/working memory - ANSWER holds info for a short amount of time Long term memory - ANSWER consists of info that you have heard often, info that you use often, info you see often and info that you have determined necessary and/or important to you Studying in a crunch - ANSWER -Depressurize -Ditch the blame game -Know the score -Read it quick -Make connections -Use your syllabus or study guide -See it -Check your notes -Repeat -Choose wisely Strategies to study matching questions - ANSWER -read the directions carefully -read each column before you answer -determine whether there are an equal number of items in each column -match what you know first -cross off information that is already used -use the process of elimination for answers you might not know -look for logical clues -use the longer statement as a question; use the shorter statement as an answer Strategies to study for true/false questions - ANSWER -read each statement carefully -watch for key words in each statement -read each statement for double negatives -pay attention to words that may indicate a statement is true -pay attention to words that may indicate a statement is false -remember that if any part of a statement is false, the entire statement is false -answer every question unless there is a penalty for guessing Strategies to study for multiple choice questions - ANSWER -read the question and try to answer it before you read the answers provided -look for similar answers -cross out answers that you know are incorrect -understand that the most inclusive answer is often correct Strategies to study for essay questions - ANSWER -more is not always better -be concise and informative -pay close attention to the action word used in the question and respond with the appropriate type of answer Strategies to study for short answer - ANSWER -read each question and be sure that you know what is being asked -be brief in your response -remember that your initial response is usually correct -look for key words in the sentence that may trigger a response Words - ANSWER are among the most powerful forces in existence when used by a skilled orator or writer. Can inspire, comfort, teach, encourage, persuade, and sell. Glossophobia - ANSWER the fear of speaking publicly Analyzing your audience - ANSWER -education level/prior understanding, race, gender, sexual orientation, values, religion, attitudes, politics, marital status/parental status, SES, occupational interests, beliefs Topic selection - ANSWER best will come from your emotions and experiences and your desire to explain your anger, passion, fears, or other feelings. Tips for topic selection - ANSWER -know what type of speech you'll be delivering -think about your talents, interests, and experiences -determine if your topic is appropriate for you and your audience -decide of you can adequately cover a speech on this topic in the allowed length of time -build your speech around an interesting theme -analyze your audience and their interests 3 parts of a speech - ANSWER -intro -body -conclusion 30 seconds to... - ANSWER gain your audience's attention Major types of formal presentations - ANSWER -demonstrative -informative -persuasive Visual presentations - ANSWER _power point and prezi - ***STUDY 287 Reducing your anxiety - ANSWER -be prepared -make eye contact/eye sweep -use your anxiety as a positive -don't apologize for your presentation -rehearse aloud -don't lean on the lectern -don't fidget -watch your timing -don't concentrate on the evaluation -enjoy yourself