Question 1

Beth believes that opinions are what matters the most. Which of West's (2012) stages would she be most likely in?

Accepted Answer

A)  Absolute thinking 
B)  Personal thinking 
C)  Rules based thinking 
D)  Evaluative thinking 
A)  Absolute thinking 
B)  Personal thinking 
C)  Rules based thinking 
D)  Evaluative thinking

Question 2

Our belief in our ability to successfully complete a task is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  Self-esteem 
B)  Self-worth 
C)  Self-perception 
D)  Self-efficacy 
A)  Self-esteem 
B)  Self-worth 
C)  Self-perception 
D)  Self-efficacy

Question 3

Professor Jones wants his students to really challenge his students. What level of Bloom is the most challenging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Applying 
B)  Evaluating 
C)  Analyzing 
D)  Creating 
A)  Applying 
B)  Evaluating 
C)  Analyzing 
D)  Creating

Question 4

What is a peer reviewed journal? Why will learning about this scholarly source be helpful to you as a student?

Accepted Answer

Peer reviewed journals are professional

Question 5

Which of the following is true about professors?

Accepted Answer

A)  They do not want you to ask questions 
B)  They generally prefer that you ask questions during class 
C)  They generally prefer that you ask questions via e-mail 
D)  They generally want you to reach out with questions but expect you to first review your syllabus and the course management system 
A)  They do not want you to ask questions 
B)  They generally prefer that you ask questions during class 
C)  They generally prefer that you ask questions via e-mail 
D)  They generally want you to reach out with questions but expect you to first review your syllabus and the course management system

Question 6

Self-efficacy is a foundational condition for critical thinking because:

Accepted Answer

A)  Memorization is essential 
B)  It will increase the likelihood you will persevere if you encounter challenges 
C)  Having low self-esteem prohibits you from experiencing success. 
D)  Motivation is essential 
A)  Memorization is essential 
B)  It will increase the likelihood you will persevere if you encounter challenges 
C)  Having low self-esteem prohibits you from experiencing success. 
D)  Motivation is essential

Question 7

Describe Bloom's taxonomy.

Accepted Answer

Bloom described the different levels of

Question 8

In a peer reviewed journal, what kind of information can you find in the Method section?

Accepted Answer

A)  Summary of the article 
B)  Purpose of the study 
C)  Who participated in the study and what the participants had to do 
D)  The results 
A)  Summary of the article 
B)  Purpose of the study 
C)  Who participated in the study and what the participants had to do 
D)  The results

Question 9

Which section of a peer reviewed journal article provides you with a summary of the study?

Accepted Answer

A)  Abstract 
B)  Introduction 
C)  Method 
D)  Discussion 
A)  Abstract 
B)  Introduction 
C)  Method 
D)  Discussion

Question 10

Most syllabi will include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  Chairperson contact information 
B)  Course outline 
C)  Learning outcomes 
D)  Professor contact information 
A)  Chairperson contact information 
B)  Course outline 
C)  Learning outcomes 
D)  Professor contact information

Question 11

Critical thinking involves all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  Considering multiple perspectives 
B)  Examining evidence 
C)  Engaging in self-reflection 
D)  Repeating opinions you've heard 
A)  Considering multiple perspectives 
B)  Examining evidence 
C)  Engaging in self-reflection 
D)  Repeating opinions you've heard

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true about the role of intelligence in student success?

Accepted Answer

A)  Intelligence is a predictor of student success 
B)  Intelligence is not the only predictor of success in college 
C)  Neither of these statements are true 
D)  Both of these statements are true 
A)  Intelligence is a predictor of student success 
B)  Intelligence is not the only predictor of success in college 
C)  Neither of these statements are true 
D)  Both of these statements are true

Question 13

According to Yakovlev and Leguizamon (2012), which of the following was found to be associated with more education?

Accepted Answer

A)  Being happier 
B)  Having more career opportunities 
C)  Increased physical health 
D)  More friendships 
A)  Being happier 
B)  Having more career opportunities 
C)  Increased physical health 
D)  More friendships

Question 14

Which of the following are typically true about advice?

Accepted Answer

A)  People who give advice generally mean well. 
B)  If it worked for someone else, it will work for you too. 
C)  Advice sends the message, "You are capable". 
D)  All of these are correct 
A)  People who give advice generally mean well. 
B)  If it worked for someone else, it will work for you too. 
C)  Advice sends the message, "You are capable". 
D)  All of these are correct

Question 15

Why is data from research typically more accurate than information from a friend or family member?

Accepted Answer

A)  Research is typically based on hundreds or thousands of students so it is more likely that the results will apply to you 
B)  Researchers have complete control over their studies 
C)  Advice is never accurate 
D)  All of these reasons are true 
A)  Research is typically based on hundreds or thousands of students so it is more likely that the results will apply to you 
B)  Researchers have complete control over their studies 
C)  Advice is never accurate 
D)  All of these reasons are true

Question 16

Where can you find the reason for the study being conducted?

Accepted Answer

A)  Abstract 
B)  Introduction 
C)  Method 
D)  Discussion 
A)  Abstract 
B)  Introduction 
C)  Method 
D)  Discussion

Question 17

According to the research conducted by McDaniel, Howard, and Einstein (2009), which method worked best?

Accepted Answer

A)  3R 
B)  Note-taking 
C)  Re-reading 
D)  Concept maps 
A)  3R 
B)  Note-taking 
C)  Re-reading 
D)  Concept maps

Question 18

When an article is peer-reviewed, what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  Professionals in the field reviewed the work and deemed it appropriate for publication 
B)  A professional described the work of a peer 
C)  Friends encouraged the person to write an article 
D)  Classmates review one another's papers before submitting it for a grade 
A)  Professionals in the field reviewed the work and deemed it appropriate for publication 
B)  A professional described the work of a peer 
C)  Friends encouraged the person to write an article 
D)  Classmates review one another's papers before submitting it for a grade

Question 19

Define cheating and plagiarism. What is your college policy on cheating and plagiarism?

Accepted Answer

Cheating is using non-approved materials

Question 20

According to Bloom's taxonomy, what is the first step toward developing high level thinking skills?

Accepted Answer

A)  Memorizing 
B)  Discovering personal examples 
C)  Having the opportunity to create a product 
D)  Carefully evaluating information 
A)  Memorizing 
B)  Discovering personal examples 
C)  Having the opportunity to create a product 
D)  Carefully evaluating information

Beth believes that opinions are what matters the most. Which of West's (2012) stages would she be most likely in?

Our belief in our ability to successfully complete a task is called:

Professor Jones wants his students to really challenge his students. What level of Bloom is the most challenging?

What is a peer reviewed journal? Why will learning about this scholarly source be helpful to you as a student?

Which of the following is true about professors?

Self-efficacy is a foundational condition for critical thinking because:

Describe Bloom's taxonomy.

In a peer reviewed journal, what kind of information can you find in the Method section?

Which section of a peer reviewed journal article provides you with a summary of the study?

Most syllabi will include all of the following EXCEPT:

Critical thinking involves all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following statements is true about the role of intelligence in student success?

According to Yakovlev and Leguizamon (2012), which of the following was found to be associated with more education?

Which of the following are typically true about advice?

Why is data from research typically more accurate than information from a friend or family member?

Where can you find the reason for the study being conducted?

According to the research conducted by McDaniel, Howard, and Einstein (2009), which method worked best?

When an article is peer-reviewed, what does that mean?

Define cheating and plagiarism. What is your college policy on cheating and plagiarism?

According to Bloom's taxonomy, what is the first step toward developing high level thinking skills?

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Beth believes that opinions are what matters the most. Which of West's (2012) stages would she be most likely in?

Our belief in our ability to successfully complete a task is called:

Professor Jones wants his students to really challenge his students. What level of Bloom is the most challenging?

What is a peer reviewed journal? Why will learning about this scholarly source be helpful to you as a student?

Which of the following is true about professors?

Self-efficacy is a foundational condition for critical thinking because:

Describe Bloom's taxonomy.

In a peer reviewed journal, what kind of information can you find in the Method section?

Which section of a peer reviewed journal article provides you with a summary of the study?

Most syllabi will include all of the following EXCEPT:

Critical thinking involves all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following statements is true about the role of intelligence in student success?

According to Yakovlev and Leguizamon (2012), which of the following was found to be associated with more education?

Which of the following are typically true about advice?

Why is data from research typically more accurate than information from a friend or family member?

Where can you find the reason for the study being conducted?

According to the research conducted by McDaniel, Howard, and Einstein (2009), which method worked best?

When an article is peer-reviewed, what does that mean?

Define cheating and plagiarism. What is your college policy on cheating and plagiarism?

According to Bloom's taxonomy, what is the first step toward developing high level thinking skills?

Skills You Need: Memory, Note Taking, and Studying Techniques

Setting Effective Goals and Making the Most of Your Time

It’s Show Time: Papers, Presentations, and Tests

Motivation, Resilience, and Stress Management: Strategies for When College and Life Get Challenging

How Are You Doing? Maximizing Learning via Self-reflection

Making Good Academic, Career, and Financial Decisions

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