Law Enforcement Training Academy: Study Skills and Note-Taking

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Questions and Answers

What is the main objective of this lesson plan?

To identify methods and techniques to improve study and note-taking skills (correct)

To discuss administrative procedures in law enforcement

To emphasize the importance of physical fitness

To teach law enforcement techniques

What percentage of lecture material is forgotten within 24 hours?

At least 90%

At least 75%

At least half (correct)

At least 25%

What should you do before attending a lecture?

Read the assigned reading prior to class (correct)

Ask the instructor questions

Review your notes from the previous class

Sit in the back of the class

What is an effective listening strategy mentioned in the lesson plan?

Relating the material to something you care about (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with your materials before the lecture starts?

Place everything except your text, paper, and pen on the floor (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to take good lecture notes?

To remember important points emphasized by the instructor (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended study habit?

Set aside each day to review material (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a study aid mentioned in the lesson plan?

Flash cards (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of attending the Academy on campus?

Having access to a number of resources to ensure success (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Advising and Retention Center?

To help with job search assistance, time management, study skills, and test-taking concerns (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for using the computer labs on campus?

Being prepared to leave if asked by a teaching instructor (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is provided by the Counseling service?

Short-term psychological counseling (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Financial Aid Office?

To provide information about funding opportunities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is reviewed during the Field House instruction?

Both general rules and regulations, and safety precautions and procedures (C) Signup and view all the answers

What services are provided by the Learning Center?

Instructional services, assessment services, and academic support services (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is available to recruits at the library?

Access to over 20 million books (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is available at the Math Lab?

Certified instructors and math tutorial information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for using the weight room?

Using it with at least one other person (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Importance of Note-Taking and Study Habits

Note-taking is essential for learning and retaining information, as lectures often cover material not found in classroom materials.
Within 24 hours, at least half of what was said in the lecture will be forgotten, highlighting the importance of writing down key points.
Preparing to take notes involves:
- Reading assigned materials before class
- Reviewing previous class notes and asking questions
- Sitting near the front to minimize distractions
- Organizing notes with date, instructor's name, and class name/number
- Maintaining good posture and being ready to write
Effective listening strategies include:
- Relating material to personal interests
- Withholding judgment of the instructor
- Listening for opinions and asking clarifying questions
- Setting aside personal concerns to focus on the lecture

Resources for Academic Success

The Academy offers various resources to ensure student success, including:
- Advising and Retention Center for job search assistance, time management, study skills, and test-taking concerns
- Computer Labs for open-access computing
- Counseling services for short-term psychological counseling and referrals
- Financial Aid Office for information on funding opportunities
- Field House Guidelines for safety precautions and procedures
- Learning Center for instructional, assessment, and academic support services
- Library Services for access to over 20 million books and other resources
- Math Lab for tutorial assistance
- Tutoring Services for free, professional tutoring in various subjects
- Weight Room for exercise and fitness
- Writing Lab for personalized writing instruction