WorksheetsCOL 105 Test 1 Review
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 8mins
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
A master calendar
When you organize your time, you should fill in schedules in the following order:
Daily to-do list, Weekly timetable, Master calendar
Weekly timetable, Master calendar, Daily to-do list
Master calendar, Daily to-do list, Weekly timetable
Master calendar, Weekly timetable, Daily to-do list
Which of the following is an effective way to deal with procrastination?
Focus on the large task
Break large tasks into small pieces
Avoid working with others
Don't think about the costs & effects of procrastination
The first step in improving your time management is to
Assess the way you manage time now
Give yourself a pat on the back
Change your schedule & try again
Stop using a to-do list
Which behavior does not allow you to take control of your time & follow your intended schedule?
Prepare for interruptions & crises
Learn when to say no
Do everything you can in the moment. The rest will take care of itself.
Don't procrastinate.
Which of the following behaviors will help you when you find yourself falling behind in your schedule?
Working harder
Doing more
Reassessing your goals & priorities
Relaxing & enjoying your personal life
The goal of time management is to
Not schedule every moment so you become a pawn of the timetable
Schedule every moment so that your entire day is planned
Schedule part of your day so you can add tasks that you're unprepared for
Create a time log so you can keep track of what you're doing
Your master calendar should include all of the following except
major class assignments
test dates
important activities
minor class assignments
How do you ensure effective time management?
Always say yes when friends ask for help
Complete your tasks with others around you
Stick to the schedule you've prepared
Limit text messages to 10 per hour
Lectures are typically based on your weekly assignments; therefore you should
Complete your assignments prior to attending class
Write down everything your instructor says
Identify the meta-message
Avoid using the Cornell method
Which of the following is considered a good notetaking tip?
Use both sides of the notebook paper
Try to write down everything your instructor says
Use complete sentences
Use abbreviations
The first step in building a better memory is to
Read the outlines, overviews, & objectives
Focus on what is less crucial
Read the front matter.
Determine what is important to recall
According to your textbook, you will find it easier to concentrate on longer reading assignments if you
Make the material yours
Break them into several smaller segments
Read the straight through
Read them out loud
According to your textbook, what is the best way to remember what you have read?
Put it away for at least 2 days
Rethink the material, rereading the more difficult or important parts.
Write a 1-page summary
Highlight key words
According to the text, the most important aspect of taking notes is
Understanding the instructor's goals
Using complete sentences
Hearing what the instructor says
Active listening & thinking
