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AVID EOC
Question | Answer |
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What does SLANT stand for? | S- Sit up front L-Lean forward A- Ask Questions N- Nod Your Head T- Talk to teacher |
How do you calculate a GPA? | change number grades to letter grades, assign points to the letter grade based on the point system, add up all points, divide by the number of classes |
What is the point system for calculating GPA? | A= 4 points B= 3 points C= 2 points D= 1 point F= 0 points |
In order to remain in AVID (and participate in most school activities) what GPA do you need to maintain? | 2.0 and higher |
What is the purpose of the 6 year academic plan? | To plan your academic classes for 7-12 grade to make sure you are on track to get into a 4 year college |
Why is student responsibility a major aspect of the AVID program? | Students in AVID are accountable for their learning because they know they want to go to college and know it is up to THEM to make it happen |
When setting goals, what does GPA stand for? | Goal, Plan, Action |
What is the purpose of writing action steps? | To list out the steps that are needed for you to reach your goal. |
Explain the difference between a short range, mid range and long range goals | Short range= a few months Mid range= 6 months- 1 year Long range= 1 year or longer |
Why is it important to be involved in school and community? | To be a well rounded person and to find interests that might develop into a career. |
Name a club that promotes leadership in the school. | Student Council (also called student government) |
What are good public speaking technique? | Using visual aids, using the correct tone, volume control and eye contact. |
List some examples of non-verbal communication. | eye contact, body language, facial expressions, gestures. |
How does using prewriting techniques make you a better writer? | It helps you organize your thoughts and plan what you want to say and how you want to say it. |
The first sentence of a paragraph is called... | Topic Sentence |
Where would you go to find a synonym of a word? | Thesaurus |
What are context clues? | Hints given that help define a difficult or unusual word. |
The Main Idea = _________ + _______ | The Topic (central theme) + Authors Point of View |
How is the main idea supported? | By details |
When marking the text you should underline the..... | Main Idea |
When marking the text you should circle the..... | Key words |
Explain the difference between a Level 1 and Level 2 question. | A level 1 question is usually a fact or information that can be found in a text. A level 2 question requires you to find information and then do something with it (explain it, describe it, compare it, contrast it...) |
What makes a level 3 question different than the others? | It asks for YOUR input/ opinion. |
What is the purpose of collaborating during tutorials? | To ask questions of your peers. |
A socratic seminar is like a... | dialogue/ discussion |
A philosophical chair is like a... | debate |
The purpose of both a socratic seminar and philosophical chair is what? | To break down a text. |
What is the difference between a philosophical chair and a socratic seminar? | A philosophical chair is when you share your opinions and a socratic seminar is when you share and discuss questions you have. |
When you collaborate, what are some general rules to keep in mind? | You should be respectful, speak kindly, listen to what others have to say and add valuable input. |
What is the purpose of keeping an agenda? | To organize your assignments and remind yourself of your responsibilities.. |
The N is CORNELL WAY stands for... | Note key ideas and ask questions |
What does the SECOND L Stand for in CORNELL WAY? | Learning Tool- to use your cornell notes to help you review and study for tests. |
When you "link your learning" what are you doing? | Writing a summary. |
What does the summary answer? | The essential question |
Name some helpful test taking tips. | Study, be prepared, carefully read the directions, pace yourself, scan the test, review your answers. reflect on your test. |
When you are on a field trip what is expected of you? | To listen, observe, take notes and evaluate. |