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Which of the following skills does ACCUPLACER assess?
Which of the following skills does ACCUPLACER assess?
- History
- Reading (correct)
- Writing (correct)
- Mathematics (correct)
What is prioritization?
What is prioritization?
Arranging tasks by order of importance or timelines.
What is the FAFSA4caster?
What is the FAFSA4caster?
A free online early federal aid estimation tool.
A _____ is a document that describes an individual's accomplishments, abilities, and educational experience.
A _____ is a document that describes an individual's accomplishments, abilities, and educational experience.
Which of the following is a way to earn a scholarship?
Which of the following is a way to earn a scholarship?
Which of the following describes skimming?
Which of the following describes skimming?
The employment history section of an employment application will often ask for all of the following except?
The employment history section of an employment application will often ask for all of the following except?
What should you do before an interview?
What should you do before an interview?
A(n) _____ allows a student the chance to observe professionals in the workplace for one to three days.
A(n) _____ allows a student the chance to observe professionals in the workplace for one to three days.
Which of the following is true about AP classes?
Which of the following is true about AP classes?
Which of the following is true of both the ACT and the SAT?
Which of the following is true of both the ACT and the SAT?
Which of the following is not a direct benefit of networking?
Which of the following is not a direct benefit of networking?
Which of the following is the last step in the process of problem solving?
Which of the following is the last step in the process of problem solving?
Which of the following is a benefit of a college visit?
Which of the following is a benefit of a college visit?
A guidance counselor is?
A guidance counselor is?
What type of degree can you earn from a community college?
What type of degree can you earn from a community college?
All of the following are types of admissions requirements except?
All of the following are types of admissions requirements except?
A good letter of recommendation?
A good letter of recommendation?
A(n) _____ is a college to which you will almost certainly be admitted if you apply.
A(n) _____ is a college to which you will almost certainly be admitted if you apply.
Which of the following is true about CLEP?
Which of the following is true about CLEP?
A goal should be _____
A goal should be _____
On the ACT math section, you will need to?
On the ACT math section, you will need to?
What is efficiency?
What is efficiency?
All of the following sections are part of the SAT test except?
All of the following sections are part of the SAT test except?
When speakers use verbal cues, what are they trying to accomplish?
When speakers use verbal cues, what are they trying to accomplish?
Which of the following items will you need in order to complete the PROFILE?
Which of the following items will you need in order to complete the PROFILE?
What is one thing you should do before attending a lecture?
What is one thing you should do before attending a lecture?
For what type of financial aid can you apply through the FAFSA?
For what type of financial aid can you apply through the FAFSA?
What is it called when people your age influence how you act or what you do?
What is it called when people your age influence how you act or what you do?
The _____ is a financial aid program based on financial need that provides funds for student employment.
The _____ is a financial aid program based on financial need that provides funds for student employment.
Which of the following is true about dual enrollment courses?
Which of the following is true about dual enrollment courses?
The Student Aid Report (SAR) provides your _____
The Student Aid Report (SAR) provides your _____
What should you do after attending a college fair?
What should you do after attending a college fair?
When preparing for an interview, men and women should both avoid?
When preparing for an interview, men and women should both avoid?
Which type of admission process requires only a high school diploma or a GED?
Which type of admission process requires only a high school diploma or a GED?
Which of the following is a type of grant?
Which of the following is a type of grant?
Which of the following should you provide in a personal essay?
Which of the following should you provide in a personal essay?
What is one difference between AP classes and dual enrollment?
What is one difference between AP classes and dual enrollment?
COMPASS assesses students in reading and writing skills as well as?
COMPASS assesses students in reading and writing skills as well as?
Subsidized Stafford Loans?
Subsidized Stafford Loans?
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Study Notes
Key Educational Tools and Assessments
- ACCUPLACER: Evaluates students' reading, math, writing, and language-use skills.
- COMPASS: Measures students in reading, writing (including essay), and math.
- FAFSA4caster: A free tool for students to estimate federal financial aid eligibility.
Important Concepts in Education
- Prioritization: Arranging tasks based on importance or deadlines.
- Skimming: A reading strategy to identify main ideas in a text.
College Preparation and Application Processes
- Résumé: A document highlighting an individual's achievements, skills, and education.
- College visits: Offer insight into the campus environment.
- Safety college: A college where admission is very likely if you apply.
- Open admission: A process allowing anyone with a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Scholarship eligibility: Often requires good academic performance.
- Pell Grant: A type of financial aid that does not need to be repaid.
- Federal Work-Study Program: Offers financial aid based on need, providing funds for student work.
Examination and Test Preparation
- AP classes: Give students the opportunity to earn college credits through AP exam performance.
- CLEP: A test assessing prior knowledge that can lead to college credit.
- ACT and SAT: Both tests may be available without fees.
Networking and Recommendations
- Networking: Building relationships for job opportunities without directly submitting applications.
- Letter of recommendation: Should provide personal insights about the student.
Personal Development and Interview Preparedness
- Interview preparation: Include crafting questions for the interviewer and avoiding excessive jewelry.
- Personal essays: Should describe significant accomplishments.
College Degree and Academic Support
- Associate’s degree: Awarded by community colleges.
- Guidance counselor: Supports students in monitoring academic progress.
Goal Setting and Efficiency
- Goals: Should be realistic and achievable.
- Efficiency: Ability to perform tasks effectively without wasting resources.
Miscellaneous Concepts
- Peer pressure: Influence from peers affecting individual choices.
- Student Aid Report (SAR): Details your Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
Study Strategies and Academic Skills
- Before lectures: Complete all assigned readings in advance for better understanding.
- Verbal cues: Used by speakers to highlight key concepts during presentations.
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