Question 1

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

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

Question 2

Most syllabi will include all of the following EXCEPT:

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

Question 3

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

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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 4

Which of the following are typically true about advice?

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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 5

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

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

Question 6

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

Question 7

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

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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 8

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

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

Question 9

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

Question 10

Critical thinking involves all of the following EXCEPT:

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

Question 11

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

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Peer reviewed journals are professional ...

Question 12

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

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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 13

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

Question 14

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

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

Question 15

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

Question 16

Describe Bloom's taxonomy.

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Bloom described the different levels of ...

Question 17

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

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Cheating is using non-approved materials...

Question 18

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

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

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

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

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

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Most syllabi will include all of the following EXCEPT:

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

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

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Which of the following are typically true about advice?

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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?

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