Study Strategies for D Courses

The video provides a detailed account of the speaker's study strategies for passing two microbiology courses, D265 and D311, at WGU. For D265, the speaker emphasizes the use of preassessments, flashcards, and instructor support. For D311, the speaker discusses the challenges faced and the importance of detailed notes, study guides, and attending cohorts. The video concludes with encouragement for viewers on their educational journey.

What was the first step the narrator took to assess their knowledge in the D265 course?

• Reaching out to the professor

• Taking a preassessment

• Reading the course material

• Attending a cohort

Which study tool did the narrator find more effective for D265?

• Flashcards

• Handwritten notes

• Mind maps

• Group study sessions

What did the narrator do to get additional help from their professor in D265?

• Attended in-person classes

• Joined a study group

• Visited virtual office hours

• Sent an email

What was the main challenge the narrator faced when starting the D311 course?

• Limited time for study

• Difficulty in understanding concepts

• Not taking the preassessment

• Lack of study materials

How did the narrator initially attempt to take notes for D311?

• Recording audio notes

• Handwriting notes

• Using flashcards

• Creating digital mind maps

What method did the narrator find time-consuming when studying for D311?

• Using flashcards

• Watching video tutorials

• Attending cohorts

• Handwriting notes and printing pictures

Which tool did the narrator use to organize their study guide for D311?

• Evernote

• Google Docs

• OneNote

• Microsoft Word

What did the narrator emphasize as crucial for exam preparation?

• Practicing with friends

• Attending every cohort

• Memorizing all flashcards

• Reading through the material thoroughly

What did the narrator do immediately after achieving an exemplary score on the preassessment?

• Took a break

• Reviewed the material again

• Asked for more practice quizzes

• Scheduled the OA

What was one of the benefits of attending cohorts according to the narrator?

• They provided free study materials

• They helped with understanding exam questions

• They were a good way to meet classmates

• They offered one-on-one tutoring