Directions
In the module Thinking and Analysis, we provide general guidance in “Identify study techniques that help long-term retention of knowledge”. For this discussion, spend 10 minutes gathering your individual thoughts regarding your learning techniques and study habits before you answer the following prompt.
Write a post of at least 200 words discussing your ideas regarding your learning techniques and study habits.
Address at least TWO of following questions in your post:
- Where do you study? Are you consistent about where you study or do you study wherever you can?
- How do focus during your study time?
- Do you plan your studying? If so, how do you prioritize your time?
- Have you ever crammed for a test? What was your experience?
- How often do you review notes or text highlights?
- Have you studied in a group? What was your experience?
- What do you think has been your most successful study/learning technique?
Read two of your classmates’ posts.
Respond twice with at least 100 words discussing how your study techniques compare or contrast with your classmates.
Rubric
| Criteria | Meets Requirements | Needs Improvements | Does Not Meet Requirements | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student post. | Submission includes a written reflection of at least 200 words clearly addressing the individual student’s thoughts regarding their learning techniques and study habits with a response to each of the question prompts. | Submission includes an incomplete written reflection of less then 200 words and/or does not address three or more of the question prompts. | Submission does not include a written reflection and/or only addresses three or fewer of the question prompts. | _/5 |
| Response to classmate. | Submission includes a written response of at least 100 words to a classmate’s post and addresses how the student’s learning techniques and habits differ from that of their classmates. | Submission includes an incomplete written response of less than 100 words to a classmate’s post regarding how the student’s learning techniques and habits differ from that of their classmates. | Submission does not include a response to a classmate’s post. | _/5 |
