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What does the acronym AVID mean?
Ans: Advancement Via Individual Determination
What is the AVID mission statement?
Ans: to close the achievement gap and prepare all students for college
readiness and success in a global society.
What does the acronym WICOR mean?
Ans: Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading
What does the acronym SLANT mean?
Ans: 1. Sit in front 2. Lean forward 3. Ask questions 4. Nod your head 5.
Talk to your teacher
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What items are minimally required in an AVID binder?
Ans: dividers, pencil pouch, pencils, paper, planner
How many pages of notes should an AVID student bring home each
week?
Ans: @ least 1 per each class
How many learning logs should an AVID student bring home each
week?
Ans: @ least 1
What does a "good" summary look like?
Ans: 3-5 sentences, answers questions in right-hand column, and
summarizes notes thoroughly
What is a goal?
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Ans: something one wishes to accomplish or achieve
What are the three types of goals?
Ans: short range, mid- range and long range
How long do short range goals usually take to accomplish?
Ans: A few hours to a couple weeks
How long do mid-range goals usually take to accomplish?
Ans: Several weeks to five months
How long do long term goals usually take to accomplish?
Ans: 6 months to several years
What are the three main learning styles?