SLS 1501 Midterm Practice Exam-
Graded A
Memory Strategies - ANS-Rehearsal, Elaboration, Chunking, Stories & Emotions,
Mnemonics
The Memory Process - ANS-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 - ANS-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? - ANS-Matrix Notes (MOST) Linear Notes (LEAST)
Study: Dickinson, D.J., & O'Connell, D.Q. (1990) - ANS-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 - ANS--pretend you have a test after every
class
-take practice tests
-learn from mistakes where there are no negative consequences
3R Reading Method - ANS-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 - ANS-Agenda Maker, Facilitator, Time Keeper, Quiz Creator
What online resources can help you with learning the content? - ANS-Tips from the
author, online flashcards, practice quizzes, and a virtual walk through of the chapters
Study: Howard, H.E., & Jones, W.P. (2000) Pg. 35 - ANS-Freshman seminars are
effective in enhancing student's perceptions of efficacy related to the college
experience.
How can you increase the likelihood that you will encode information? - ANS-Use a
multi-sensory approach
Graded A
Memory Strategies - ANS-Rehearsal, Elaboration, Chunking, Stories & Emotions,
Mnemonics
The Memory Process - ANS-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 - ANS-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? - ANS-Matrix Notes (MOST) Linear Notes (LEAST)
Study: Dickinson, D.J., & O'Connell, D.Q. (1990) - ANS-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 - ANS--pretend you have a test after every
class
-take practice tests
-learn from mistakes where there are no negative consequences
3R Reading Method - ANS-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 - ANS-Agenda Maker, Facilitator, Time Keeper, Quiz Creator
What online resources can help you with learning the content? - ANS-Tips from the
author, online flashcards, practice quizzes, and a virtual walk through of the chapters
Study: Howard, H.E., & Jones, W.P. (2000) Pg. 35 - ANS-Freshman seminars are
effective in enhancing student's perceptions of efficacy related to the college
experience.
How can you increase the likelihood that you will encode information? - ANS-Use a
multi-sensory approach
