2. Vocab The Brain & Memory Test strategies OTHER Reminders (NOT QUESTIONS! 10 20 30 40 LINK IS BROKE Go to reminder for 50 50

3. A memory tool that helps you recall information.

4. Mnemonic Device

5. A self-aware student is said to be a _____________ student.

6. Metacognitive

7. Words like HOMES, where each letter stands for a specific word.

8. Acronym

9. Define studying…Looking for the 3 key components!

10. Clarifying, connecting, and reviewing information

11. Define studying…Looking for the 3 key components!

12. Clarifying, connecting, and reviewing information

13. Which of the following accurately describes memory? A. Stored in one single brain location B. Not stored in one spot, memories are actually synaptic connectors strengthened by review.

14. B

15. What type of strategies (2 specific) would work well for a kinesthetic learner?

16. 1. Role playing 2. Writing on the board 3. Teaching a lesson 4. Playing a review game

17. How can you strengthen synaptic connections in your brain?

18. By reviewing information multiple times.

19. What does it mean to activate your schema?

20. Schema Activation- Trying to recall prior knowledge BEFORE starting a new topic.

21. Explain main traits of Time Spaced Learning.

22. 1. Learning material in short intervals 2. Over many days 3. Adding more info, each time you review 4. Relaxed setting

23. The term that means being prepared one full day before an exam…

24. Buffer Day

25. Explain the term memory dump and identify what type of test it is most helpful for.

26. Writing down all the information you have memorized for a short answer test.

27. Identify 2 examples of absolute words and explain how they impact test questions.

28. Examples: Always Never All Entirely Typically, absolutes will make a test question false.

29. When is the best time to study for a test?

30. When your energy level is the greatest!

31. Explain 3 reasons why cramming is ineffective.

32. 1. Your brain does not have time to create strong synaptic connectors, if you only study material one time. 2. Cramming is usually stressful. 3. Cramming is exhausting, because it is one long marathon session.

33. What is the best measure of your study skills?

34. Test Scores

35. Active learners are motivated by…..

36. 1.Themselves 2. Internal drive 3. THEY DO NOT NEED MONETARY REWARDS!

37. A theory that suggests active involvement means more meaningful learning is ____________

38. 1.constructivism

39. 1. making connections 2. eye contact 3. taking notes 4. looking at visuals 5. Ignoring distractions Jot down the #s that you believe are correct…. Which of following are important to being an active listener:

40. ALL 1-5

41. List 3 strategies an active learner would use in the classroom.

42. 1. Label all materials 2. bring all materials 3. participate in discussion 4. check grades 5. use assignment book 6. meet with teacher for help

43. TRAITS OF A SELF AWARE STUDENT

44. Be able to explain thoroughly 3 of the 5 traits.

45. Acrostic

46. Be sure you understand what an acrostic is and how to create one.

47. Time space learning vs Cramming

48. Can you explain 3 key differences?

49. CROSSWORD

50. STUDY IT!!

51. Explain the term self-advocacy and give an example.

52. Taking responsibility for your learning. An example would be letting your teacher know if you don’t understand something and asking for help.