COL 105 Test 1 Review

A college education improves your ability to

• Predict your future

• Be a critical thinker

• Suppress communication

• Divert challenges

The acronym SMART, as used in your textbooks, stands for

• Specific, maintainable, accumulate, rational, tailor-made

• Safe, meaningful, affirming, rapid, tangible

• Specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound

• Seamless, master, aspiring, recognizable, teachable

The A component of the SMART goal-setting framework can help you set goals that are

• Measurable on some scale

• Within the realm of what is possible

• Realistic & relevant to your life

• Clear & specific

Which of the following is NOT an effective strategy for achieving your goals?

• Making your goals realistic & attainable

• Reaching for your long-term goals first

• Making sure the goals you choose are YOUR goals, not someone else's

• Setting short-term goals to help you reach your long-term goals

When you write a formal e-mail message, it is important to keep the following in mind:

• Use the word "question" for your subject line

• Make sure the recipient knows who you are

• Keep your messages lengthy

• Abbreviate & use emojis

Why might you consider using distance learning as a way of taking a class?

• You want to acquire some basic technological skills

• You can receive immediate feedback on your work

• You can take classes that are not offered at your college

• It is an easier option for students who have difficulty with time management skills

A common drawback of distance learning programs can be

• Their lack of availability

• The fact that most colleges will not accept credits earned in this way

• The lack of face-to-face contact with instructors or other students

• That many courses are not offered in this format

Teaching courses via video technology or the web is referred to as

• Blended courses

• Distance Learning

• Learning management systems

• Podcasts

Courses that combine traditional face-to-face instruction & web-based learning are referred to as

• Blended courses

• Distance Learning

• Learning management systems

• Podcasts

Which of the following shows the entire college term on one page and includes all assignments & important activities?

• A time management chart

• A to-do list

• A weekly timetable

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  A master calendar