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What are some of Rita's challenges in returning to college?
What are some of Rita's challenges in returning to college?
She works full-time and is usually tired from her workday.
What is NOT one of Rita's challenges in this situation? (Select the correct option)
What is NOT one of Rita's challenges in this situation? (Select the correct option)
What strategy should Rita NOT use in the classroom? (Select the correct option)
What strategy should Rita NOT use in the classroom? (Select the correct option)
Which strategy for outside the classroom would you suggest for Rita?
Which strategy for outside the classroom would you suggest for Rita?
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Which is NOT an example of an effective note-taking strategy Rita could use to feel more engaged during her lectures? (Select the correct option)
Which is NOT an example of an effective note-taking strategy Rita could use to feel more engaged during her lectures? (Select the correct option)
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Study Notes
Rita's Background and Goals
- Recently returned to college, enrolled in night classes after working full-time in a law firm post-high school.
- Works full-time during the day, living at home with her parents, allowing for financial stability and support.
- Aims for a competitive GPA for law school applications, striving for A's in her classes.
Challenges Faced by Rita
- Regular fatigue from long work hours impacts her class participation and engagement.
- Participation is essential, as it constitutes 20% of her grade in one of her classes.
- Despite knowing she can pass with at least a C, she is not satisfied with just average performance.
Classroom Strategies
- To enhance participation, Rita should not focus solely on memorizing facts and figures; broader concepts and critical thinking are also essential.
- Over-reliance on verbatim note-taking can hinder engagement and understanding, as it may lead to missing key concepts in context.
Suggested Strategies for Improvement
- Consider reducing her course load or working fewer hours to manage energy levels better and improve focus on academics.
- Engage actively in class discussions to reinforce learning and participation grades.
Note-Taking Techniques
- Effective note-taking should not involve writing everything verbatim; summarizing and paraphrasing can enhance comprehension and retention.
- Implementing strategies that encourage engagement can help Rita feel more attentive and involved during lectures.
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Description
Explore the challenges faced by adult learners like Rita as they balance work and education in this chapter. Understand the dynamics of returning to college and how it impacts learning and participation. This quiz will help reinforce key concepts from Chapter 5.
