Study Skills 1

Which is an intrinsic goal created from an external motivator? a. My parents want me to try out for a sports team c. I think going to college is important b. I need to drive my sister to school each day d. I need to work to make money

Deciding you need to get a "good" job because that is what "smart" people do, reflects intrinsic motivation.

Motivation is a force that influences your actions.

Sheri studies to get good grades because this is what her parents expect of her. This is an a. Intrinsic motivational statement c. Both of these b. Extrinsic motivational statement d. None of these

It is possible to turn extrinsic factors into intrinsic motivators.

The main difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation is a. What your goals are c. Who is setting the goal b. When you plan to reach your goals d. None of these

Those who possess intrinsic motivation are more likely to a. Reach their goal c. Never give up b. Solve their problem d. All of these

Studying Spanish because you want to visit Spain one day is an example of extrinsic motivation.

Motivation can be determined by what other people expect from you.

Which of the following statements demonstrates intrinsic motivation? a. I traveled to Mexico to learn about my family's history. c. I joined the science club to make my parents happy. b. I work extra hours at my boring job to make extra money. d. I study every night in order to be the best in the class.

John has decided he needs to work harder on his Social Studies project. Then, his teacher says if he gets a good grade in Social Studies, he may be eligible for a special scholarship for college. What type of motivation is present here? a. Intrinsic c. Extrinsic to intrinsic b. Extrinsic d. Intrinsic to extrinsic

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

Extrinsic statements originate in a. Parents c. Teachers b. Society d. All of these

If earning higher grades is important to you, you are likely to study more.

Without motivation, nothing would get done in this world.

"I study to get good grades because my parents want to send me to the college of my choice." This is an a. Intrinsic motivational statement c. Both of These b. Extrinsic motivational statement d. None of these

Intrinsic motivation reflects desires that others have.

Meeting your goals is not as important as meeting your parent's goals.

When and how you communicate with your teachers is a study habit.

Rewriting your notes before an exam is an example of a. Too much work to complete when studying c. A waste of time b. A study skill d. All of these

A study space should be a. Quiet c. Close to a restroom b. Comfortable d. All of these

Johnny is always wide awake first thing in the morning. This would be a good time for him to study because it is when he has the most energy.

Study habits include

A study routine includes when, how and where study activities take place.

Study habits are a good indicator of whether or not academic success is important to a student.

Ansel tries to get his studying done anyway he can. He always has so much to do: work, practice and Science Club. What does Ansel need?

According to your lecture, what do successful students do?

Michael's mom drops him off at school early two days a week. Michael likes to use this time to get his homework done for the week. A disadvantage of this study time is that

A "routine" is something you do the same way everyday.

Writing down your assignments on a special school calendar does not count as a good study habit.

It only takes 2 or 3 attempts before a behavior becomes a habit.

A student's study habits include academic activities that are completed once in a while.

Sheri likes to study in the school library, but it is usually full of chatting students. It's a great place to study because her friends can always drop by when they want to talk to her. Sheri should seek a new study space with

It's a good idea to refine___________, which is a good study habit

As long as you set aside time everyday to study, it doesn't matter when you get it done.

Alexis likes to study late at night because she has always been a night person. Alexis is using her personal preferences to form her study routine.

You have to see a task be done by someone else before you like to try it. You might be a

Your friend is a very good football player, but if he doesn't bring his grades up, he may be kicked off the team. What type of study strategy would you suggest he try?

Which types of learners like to acquire knowledge by reading aloud.

Knowing your learning style may increase your GPA.

How you like to study has nothing to do with your learning style.

Multiple Intelligence Theory explains that not everyone is 'book smart.'

May be a good athlete

Can picture the teacher in their mind

Would enjoy reading about a subject

Enjoy music in their free time

Angela is always forming study groups before tests. What type learning preference might she have?

You may possess elements of more than one learning style.

To find your personal learning style you can

Would rather do a procedure than hear about it

May repeat facts over and over

Would enjoy a movie about the subject

Keeping trash out of your locker is a method to

A clean locker may influence your academic success.

Staying organized is a strategy used to help you be prepared for anything.

Talking about coursework with friends does not count as proactive communication.

To figure out what type of tests you are best at, you should

Asking a teacher about what might be on a test is not a useful study strategy.

If you do not understand a topic from class, the best way to clarify it is to

To ensure you are aware of any subject that might be on a test, the best strategy is to

Missing only a few days of school will not impact your grades

Which of the following strategies is an effective way to stay organized at school?

What is a consequence of dropping out of school?

Filing tests for future studying

Asking questions in class will not influence your understanding of the material.

Taking control of your academic success will result in

Tracking scores from past assignments

Finding out your grade after a test

Asking your teacher to figure out your current grade in his class cannot help increase your grades.

It is okay if your goal is not clear because you will be able to define it along the way.

An application, a course guidebook, and a counselor's phone number are all

Goals are nice to have, but not necessary.

'To get a scholarship' is not an achievable goal.

Types of resources include:

The purpose of outlining each step in a goal is to

The three W's of goal-setting are "what," "when," and

Knowing your personal strengths and weaknesses will help to keep your goal

A timeline is necessary

It doesn't matter what your goal is. Any idea you may create is achievable.

"Makes the goal real"

"Establishes a commitment to the goal"

"Recognize barriers that would prevent you from reaching your goal."

Ashley forgot to get letters of recommendation for her college application. She failed to

"Identifies items you might need"