ACA 122 Final Exam Study Guide
Understand the expectations of college students and how college is different from
high school. - CORRECT ANSWER--Actively prepare for class
-Participate in class
-Seek out resources when you need help
-Be responsible for your own learning
Know what information should be included on a college syllabus. - CORRECT
ANSWER--Instructor's contact information (Phone, email, office location & office
hours)
-Important class policies (Attendance, withdrawal, late work, grading policies)
-Outline of instruction (Schedule, test dates, assignments, & homework)
Discuss the importance of attendance in college and understand the difference
between dropping a class and withdrawing from a class. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Courses dropped after the last day to drop for the term and on or
before the 60% date of the semester or term are considered withdrawals.
Know the difference between the grades of W and WF. - CORRECT
ANSWER-The grade of WP counts the same as a grade of W in the
determination of the student's GPA.
Grade of W - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who withdraw or who are
withdrawn for any reason, including attendance policy violations, on or before the
60% point are assigned a grade of W.
Grade of WP - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who withdraw or who are
withdrawn after the 60% point with legitimate, extenuating circumstances, will be
assigned a grade of WP.
Grade of NA - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who never attend and do not drop
on or before the drop deadline are assigned a grade of NA (never attended).
Grade of WF - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who withdraw or who are
withdrawn after the 60% point with no legitimate, extenuating circumstances will
,be assigned a grade of WF. If a student stops attending class before the last test,
final project, or final exam and has violated the attendance policy, that student
will receive the grade of WF. The grade of WF counts the same as an F in the
determination of the student's GPA.
Grade of F - CORRECT ANSWER-A grade of F indicates that the student
completed the class but earned the F (failing) grade. If a student stops attending
class before the last test, final project, or final exam but has not violated the
attendance policy, that student will receive the grade earned, including zeros for
the work missed.
Grade of I - CORRECT ANSWER-A grade of I (incomplete) may be given at the
discretion of the instructor if the instructor decides that the student (who has
contacted the instructor to request an incomplete) has a legitimate reason for
missing the last test, final project, final exam, or other assignment.
Know how to calculate a GPA. - CORRECT ANSWER-Total Grade Points/Total
Credit Hours = GPA
What is plagiarism and what are the consequences? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Taking someones ideas without permission or citation. Results in
failing grade in assignment or course
What is financial literacy? - CORRECT ANSWER-The knowledge and skill set
necessary to be an informed consumer and manage finances effectively
What is a credit score and why is it important? - CORRECT ANSWER-A credit
score is a statistical number that evaluates a consumer's creditworthiness and is
based on credit history. Lenders use credit scores to evaluate the probability that
an individual will repay his or her debts. A person's credit score ranges from 300
to 850, and the higher the score, the more financially trustworthy a person is
considered to be.
What financial aid options are available to students? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Grants, work-study programs, and loans
Grants - CORRECT ANSWER-Monies that do NOT have to be paid back
, Work-study programs - CORRECT ANSWER-Require employment in order to be
paid
Loans - CORRECT ANSWER-Monies that will have to be repaid; repayment
begins 6 months after graduation from a program or if a student drops below 6
credit hours
What is Satisfactory Academic Progress and how is it measured? - CORRECT
ANSWER-To maintain financial aid eligibility, students must meet SAP criteria:
-Cumulative GPA of 2.0
-Cumulative credit hour completion rate of 67%
-Attempt no more than 150% of credit hours required for graduation
What is goal discernment and what are the stages? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Self-Assessment, Goal Exploration, Goal Setting
What is a Holland Code and what are the 6 personality types it identifies? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Proposes six personality types matched with six work
environments: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and
Conventional (summarized as RIASEC)
Why would you need to know your Holland Code? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Personalities and characteristics for college majors, hobbies, abilities,
and related careers
Explain the differences between visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners. -
CORRECT ANSWER--Auditory learners do best with information that they can
hear.
-Visual learners like to have something they can see.
-Kinesthetic learners are those who enjoy some hands-on experimentation or lab
work to help them fully comprehend the information in front of them.
What does the term "multi-modal learner" mean? - CORRECT ANSWER-Flexible
about how you give and receive information, which can make it easier for you to
adapt to the mode of information you are presented with.
Understand the expectations of college students and how college is different from
high school. - CORRECT ANSWER--Actively prepare for class
-Participate in class
-Seek out resources when you need help
-Be responsible for your own learning
Know what information should be included on a college syllabus. - CORRECT
ANSWER--Instructor's contact information (Phone, email, office location & office
hours)
-Important class policies (Attendance, withdrawal, late work, grading policies)
-Outline of instruction (Schedule, test dates, assignments, & homework)
Discuss the importance of attendance in college and understand the difference
between dropping a class and withdrawing from a class. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Courses dropped after the last day to drop for the term and on or
before the 60% date of the semester or term are considered withdrawals.
Know the difference between the grades of W and WF. - CORRECT
ANSWER-The grade of WP counts the same as a grade of W in the
determination of the student's GPA.
Grade of W - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who withdraw or who are
withdrawn for any reason, including attendance policy violations, on or before the
60% point are assigned a grade of W.
Grade of WP - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who withdraw or who are
withdrawn after the 60% point with legitimate, extenuating circumstances, will be
assigned a grade of WP.
Grade of NA - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who never attend and do not drop
on or before the drop deadline are assigned a grade of NA (never attended).
Grade of WF - CORRECT ANSWER-Students who withdraw or who are
withdrawn after the 60% point with no legitimate, extenuating circumstances will
,be assigned a grade of WF. If a student stops attending class before the last test,
final project, or final exam and has violated the attendance policy, that student
will receive the grade of WF. The grade of WF counts the same as an F in the
determination of the student's GPA.
Grade of F - CORRECT ANSWER-A grade of F indicates that the student
completed the class but earned the F (failing) grade. If a student stops attending
class before the last test, final project, or final exam but has not violated the
attendance policy, that student will receive the grade earned, including zeros for
the work missed.
Grade of I - CORRECT ANSWER-A grade of I (incomplete) may be given at the
discretion of the instructor if the instructor decides that the student (who has
contacted the instructor to request an incomplete) has a legitimate reason for
missing the last test, final project, final exam, or other assignment.
Know how to calculate a GPA. - CORRECT ANSWER-Total Grade Points/Total
Credit Hours = GPA
What is plagiarism and what are the consequences? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Taking someones ideas without permission or citation. Results in
failing grade in assignment or course
What is financial literacy? - CORRECT ANSWER-The knowledge and skill set
necessary to be an informed consumer and manage finances effectively
What is a credit score and why is it important? - CORRECT ANSWER-A credit
score is a statistical number that evaluates a consumer's creditworthiness and is
based on credit history. Lenders use credit scores to evaluate the probability that
an individual will repay his or her debts. A person's credit score ranges from 300
to 850, and the higher the score, the more financially trustworthy a person is
considered to be.
What financial aid options are available to students? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Grants, work-study programs, and loans
Grants - CORRECT ANSWER-Monies that do NOT have to be paid back
, Work-study programs - CORRECT ANSWER-Require employment in order to be
paid
Loans - CORRECT ANSWER-Monies that will have to be repaid; repayment
begins 6 months after graduation from a program or if a student drops below 6
credit hours
What is Satisfactory Academic Progress and how is it measured? - CORRECT
ANSWER-To maintain financial aid eligibility, students must meet SAP criteria:
-Cumulative GPA of 2.0
-Cumulative credit hour completion rate of 67%
-Attempt no more than 150% of credit hours required for graduation
What is goal discernment and what are the stages? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Self-Assessment, Goal Exploration, Goal Setting
What is a Holland Code and what are the 6 personality types it identifies? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Proposes six personality types matched with six work
environments: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and
Conventional (summarized as RIASEC)
Why would you need to know your Holland Code? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Personalities and characteristics for college majors, hobbies, abilities,
and related careers
Explain the differences between visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners. -
CORRECT ANSWER--Auditory learners do best with information that they can
hear.
-Visual learners like to have something they can see.
-Kinesthetic learners are those who enjoy some hands-on experimentation or lab
work to help them fully comprehend the information in front of them.
What does the term "multi-modal learner" mean? - CORRECT ANSWER-Flexible
about how you give and receive information, which can make it easier for you to
adapt to the mode of information you are presented with.
