Educ 1300 Learning Framework Vocabulary 1-6

Questions and Answers

What does a degree refer to?

A type of employment certification

A type of academic plan

A type of academic calendar

A type of diploma based on credit hours (correct)

What are credit hours?

The number of clock hours spent in each class weekly and the credits earned upon satisfactory course completion.

What do certificate programs include?

A set number of courses (usually 30 credits) focused on a specific task or aspect of a field.

What is an Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS)?

Programs that carry about 60 credits and allow students to transfer to four-year programs. Signup and view all the answers

What does an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) focus on?

Training students for a specific profession or career with about 60 credits. Signup and view all the answers

What are Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) programs?

Four-year programs that carry about 120 credits. Signup and view all the answers

What does SMART stand for?

Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely Signup and view all the answers

What is a major?

An area of study like psychology, engineering, education, or nursing. Signup and view all the answers

What is an academic plan?

A list of courses needed to graduate with a degree. Signup and view all the answers

Who are returning students?

Students returning to formal education after being out for some time. Signup and view all the answers

What are office hours?

The posted hours when instructors are available to students. Signup and view all the answers

What are adjuncts?

Instructors who teach part-time at a college. Signup and view all the answers

What is motivation?

The desire to do things. Signup and view all the answers

What is intrinsic motivation?

Motivation that comes from an internal desire Signup and view all the answers

What is extrinsic motivation?

Motivation that comes from external rewards or fear of punishment Signup and view all the answers

What are mindsets?

Beliefs about oneself and basic qualities like personality, intelligence, or talents. Signup and view all the answers

What does resilience mean?

Not giving up or quitting when faced with difficulties and challenges. Signup and view all the answers

What is grit?

A combination of perseverance, passion, and resilience. Signup and view all the answers

What is emotional intelligence (EI)?

The ability to recognize, understand, and manage moods, feelings, and attitudes. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sisu' mean?

Going beyond one's abilities and displaying courage and determination in the face of challenges. Signup and view all the answers

What is perceiving emotions?

The ability to monitor and identify feelings and predict how others may feel. Signup and view all the answers

What does managing emotions involve?

The belief that feelings can be modified or improved. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Intra-personal = Emotional self-awareness, Assertiveness, Independence, Self-Regard, Self-Actualization Inter-personal = Empathy, Social Responsibility, Interpersonal Relationships Stress management = Stress Tolerance, Impulse Control Adaptability = Reality Testing, Flexibility, Resilience Signup and view all the answers

What is the general mood?

Optimism and happiness. Signup and view all the answers

What is an academic calendar?

A calendar showing important dates specific to the campus. Signup and view all the answers

What is procrastination?

The habit of delaying something that needs immediate attention. Signup and view all the answers

What does prioritize mean?

Putting your tasks, goals, and values in order of importance. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Degree

Represents the diploma type received upon graduation.
Varies based on credit hours completed by students.

Credit Hours

Define the time spent in class each week during a term.
One-credit course typically meets weekly for 50-60 minutes.

Certificate Programs

Comprised of about 30 credits of coursework.
Designed to prepare students for specific tasks or entry-level positions.

Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS)

Typically consists of 60 credits.
Allows transfer to four-year programs for bachelor's degree attainment.

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Also requires approximately 60 credits.
Focused on career-specific training with fewer transferable credits compared to AA or AS degrees.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS)

Four-year degree programs requiring about 120 credits.

SMART

Acronym for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely.

Major

Represents a student's primary field of study, such as psychology, engineering, or nursing.

Academic Plan

A structured list of courses necessary for graduating with a degree.

Returning Students

Individuals resuming formal education after a hiatus.

Office Hours

Designated times when instructors are available to meet with students.

Adjuncts

Part-time instructors at an educational institution.

Motivation

The internal drive or desire to pursue activities.

Intrinsic Motivation

Arises from internal desires rather than external pressures.

Extrinsic Motivation

Driven by external rewards or the avoidance of negative consequences.

Mindsets

Refers to beliefs about personal qualities, such as intelligence and talent.

Resilience

The ability to persist through difficulties and challenges.

Grit

The combination of passion, perseverance, and resilience towards long-term goals.

Emotional Intelligence (EI)

The skill of recognizing, understanding, and managing one's own and others' emotions.

Sisu

A Finnish concept representing courage and determination to act in difficult situations.

Perceiving Emotions

The ability to identify feelings and understand their origins and implications.

Managing Emotions

Based on the idea that feelings can be adjusted or improved.

Intra-personal

Relates to self-awareness, assertiveness, independence, self-regard, and self-actualization.

Inter-personal

Encompasses empathy, social responsibility, and building interpersonal relationships.

Stress Management

Involves stress tolerance and impulse control.

Adaptability

Includes reality testing, flexibility, and resilience in various situations.

General Mood

Associated with one's outlook; optimism and happiness.

Academic Calendar

Lists important campus-specific dates, including financial aid deadlines, registration, exams, and holidays.

Procrastination

The act of delaying tasks that require immediate attention.

Prioritize

The process of organizing tasks, goals, and values by importance.

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