WGU D389 - Learning Strategies in Higher Education

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43 terms certgodPreview Chapte 27 terms Eyin Benefits of LinkedInCan share professional information about yourself (good for job search). Good for networking. Share information instantaneously with large groups.Goals are more obtainable when:You are much more likely to achieve your goals if you take the time to specify what needs to be done in defined steps with deadlines. Goal achievement is also much more likely when there is another person in your life who knows about your identified goals, steps, and deadlines.What is SMART an acronym for?SMART is an acronym for specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time- bound What does Specific mean in SMART goals?Specific: the goal includes a clear, specific statement of what you want to achieve or accomplish.What does Measurable mean in SMART goals? Measurable: the goal statement includes a means of measurement for the achievement of the goal.What does Achievable mean in SMART goals?Achievable: the goal is challenging but also something that can be achieved as defined.What does Relevant mean in SMART goals?Relevant: the specific goal relates directly to your plans; it should also be realistic to achieve.What does Time-bound mean in SMART goals? Time-bound: the goal statement includes when the goal should be accomplished and, if possible, milestones.

time management tips1 .Be mindful of your motives for being a student.

• Practice consistent, restorative sleep habits.
• Monitor "gathering points" (spaces, physical or virtual, where things that need to

be done gather) to effectively keep track of learning and to-do activities.

• Listen as though you will be teaching what you are hearing.
• Process all you have done and learned at the end of each day.

Procrastinationunnecessarily delaying the start of an activity techniques to avoid procrastination1. Compare when you procrastinate and when you do not so you can identify patterns.

• Evaluate the patterns you find and identify the reasons for your procrastination.

challenges often faced by health professionals stress-related challenges, ineffective mindset, and inefficient communication How to overcome blocks that create time management challenges

• .Manage stress by developing the habit of positive thinking.
• Develop a mindset of self-empowerment, high expectations, and an upbeat

outlook.

• Take steps to overcome self-doubt.
• Communicate with your support systems to seek and accept help

When planning your day, what should you acknowledge? that school is your priority How should you study on long days?30-minute power sessions are a perfect amount of time to build in on days you work. If you know you are still up and alert after your shift, put in 30 minutes at the office or in a quiet location before heading home, and then put in a 30-minute session when you wake up. That becomes a great study day for those long 12-hour shifts.How should you study on days offuse the Pomodoro technique with a tapering approach to study and break time on days off Tapering ApproachIf I set aside 4 hours to study, start with a full hour and take a 10-minute break.Then study for 50 minutes and that a 10-minute break. Next do a 45-minute session with a 5-minute break. Finish with two 30-minute sessions.Tips for setting up a study space1. free of distraction

• relatively quiet
• adequate lighting
• Enough room for resources
• Be comfortable and ergonomic

6.Good computer screen visibility

• Decorate for success (motivational posters)

When should goal setting be donegoal setting should be done after you have started your term mindseta way of thinking; perspective on a topic

WGU Academic Coaching CenterThe Academic Coaching Center offers a wide variety of support services to students, including guidance on technology, commonly used software, study and time management techniques, and more. The Academic Coaching Center is your first stop for help with completing your goals, improving your study skills, and relieving academic stress.WGU Writing StudioThe Writing Studio offers support through online events, subject-specific articles by the Academic Coaching Center team, and one-on-one support by telephone or recorded feedback.Guidelines for Live SupportThe WGU Academic Coaching Center is available to students for support regarding study techniques, time management, class scheduling, technology, software, stress management, and life balance. The Academic Coaching Center provides support through calls, chats, emails, and appointments.How can you keep yourself accountable for your goal? Share your goal with someone you trust.What should you do at the end of each study or tutoring session?Process notes and actions from the session and decide what to do with them and when.A student is feeling stressed about getting everything done; she has multiple assignments due in two days, works full time, and cares for her two children.What should this student do to manage her stress?She should put aside her emotional thinking and keep to her study schedule.A student is struggling in his history class. An evaluator provided numerous comments about the structure and organization of a paper the student recently turned in.What should this student do?He should schedule an appointment with the Academic Coaching Center.

• Note Taking Methods1. The Cornell Method
• The Outlining Method
• The Mind Mapping Method
• The Charting Method
• The Sentence Method

The Cornell MethodThe Cornell method provides a systematic format for condensing and organizing notes without laborious recopying. After writing the notes in the main space, use the left-hand space to label each idea and detail with a key word or "cue." Use the bottom of the page to summarize the entire page in a few sentences.

Advantages: Organized and systematic for recording and reviewing notes. Easy

format for pulling out major concept and ideas. Simple and efficient. Saves time and effort.Takes a bit more effort when taking notes Requires some time to set up the page

The Outlining MethodAdd your main points as bullet points, and elaborate on them underneath. For any piece of supporting information, create a nested bullet point below it. Remember to keep your points brief, preferably around one sentence per point.

Advantages: Well-organized system if done right. Outlining records content as

well as relationships. It also reduces editing and is easy to review by turning main points into questions.Not great for subjects that require many diagrams, charts, or visuals The Mind Mapping MethodMethod: Mind Mapping is a method that uses comprehension/concentration skills and evolves in a visual note taking form which relates each fact or idea to another.Mind Mapping is a graphic representation of the content. It is a method that maximizes active participation, affords immediate knowledge as to its understanding, and emphasizes critical thinking.

Advantages: This format helps to track information visually. Relationships and

connections between concepts can easily be seen. It is also easy to edit your notes by adding numbers, marks, and color-coding. Review will call for you to restructure thought processes, which will force you to check understanding.Review by covering lines for memory drill and relationships. Main points can be written on flash or note cards and pieced together into a table or larger structure later.You may run out of space on the page if you have many branches of information The Charting MethodIf the information is distinct and/or chronological, it may be helpful to set up your paper by drawing columns and labeling appropriate headings in a table.

Advantages: Helps you track information in an organized and chronological

fashion. Reduces amount of writing necessary. Provides easy review mechanism for both memorization of facts and study of comparisons and relationships.Not effective for more linear note-taking or notes that follow a story/progression of information The Sentence MethodThe Sentence Method might be used when the course is content heavy and somewhat organized, but you're not sure how all the concepts fit together quite yet.

Method: Write every new thought, fact or topic on a separate line, numbering as

you progress.

Advantages: Slightly more organized than a paragraph. Gets more or all of the

information. Thinking to tract content is still limited.