22 Questions
What is the professor's name?
Stephen Chew
What does the professor advise students not to do after performing poorly in an exam?
Panic or go into denial
What percentage of the final grade is the first exam usually worth in the general psychology class?
Less than 10%
When is it mentioned that it becomes very difficult to improve grades late in the semester?
After failing three exams
What does the professor emphasize as a critical step for students to take after performing poorly in an exam?
Identifying what went wrong with exam preparation
What proportion of students in the general psychology class typically make D's and F's on the first exam according to the professor?
A quarter to a third
What is the key point the text emphasizes about preparing for exams?
Over-preparing for the first exam is crucial for success.
What is the recommended approach if your mistakes on an exam were spread out across topics?
Improving note-taking strategies
What is one of the ineffective study strategies mentioned in the text?
Recopying notes without thinking about them
Why does the text suggest reviewing exams you performed poorly on?
To identify areas of improvement and understand what went wrong
What is recommended to students who want to improve their exam scores according to the text?
Commit time and effort to develop effective study strategies
What should students do if they misinterpreted questions on an exam?
Discuss with the instructor how to follow instructions correctly
What is one of the suggested ways to ensure deep processing of information while studying?
Organizing and thinking about connections within notes
'Faculty are most willing to help students who are taking steps to help themselves' - what does this imply about students who do not seek help?
'Struggling students are more likely to fail'
'Bad study habits can also be effortful to do but they don’t require deep processing' - what distinguishes bad study habits according to this statement?
'They can be labor-intensive but lack meaningful processing'
'Set realistic study goals' - why is this highlighted in the text?
'Goals provide direction and motivation for effective studying'
Which of the following is NOT recommended for students who perform poorly on an exam?
Prioritizing some classes over others by skipping assignments
What is the primary reason mentioned in the text for students to avoid giving away points on assignments?
It can significantly impact their overall grade
According to the advice provided, what should a student do after performing poorly on an exam?
Diagnose the problems, create a plan, and set realistic goals
Which of the following statements best reflects the advice given in the text regarding developing effective study habits?
It requires a sustained effort and may involve setbacks
What is the potential consequence of failing to follow instructions on assignments?
Receiving a lower grade due to deducted points
Which of the following behaviors is NOT listed as something a struggling student should avoid?
Seeking guidance from the instructor or tutors
Learn how to overcome a low exam grade and improve your study habits with this quiz based on Dr. Stephen Chew's video series on effective college studying strategies.
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