When I did my Q & A Map I found that it really helped me break down my quiz and find what I needed to focus on. I don't think that I would ever do this type of exercise again because with the type of classes I am taking this semester, the classes are based off papers and projects. But next year I could see myself using this strategy for classes with a lot of test and quizzes.
Scott, I thought that the way that you used the Q & A Map was effect. I found that the opposite was true for the Directional Word Analysis. I think that the strategy really applied to the classes I am taking this semester. I really liked how the analysis is done right on your assignment so its like outlining it at the same time.

Directional Word Analysis

Q & A Map

Is versus want: A problem solving problem chart

• I found this was a good tool to get an assignment started.
• I liked the use of the chart because I'm a visual learner and it helps me to see what I need to do.
• I think that this is something that I will use again because most of my classes consist of mainly long term assignments.
• Only in the future I will use word to make the chart and put it as my desktop background.

"Is verses Want" Problem Solving Technique

The problem solving technique that I used this week is "Is verses Want".  I applied this technique to a situation that involved our Faculty Interview Project for this class, CLS 105.  I had successfully interviewed my three faculty members and was preparing to reflect on the experience when I read that I needed either signed department letterhead or a signed business card from them.  I did not do this and at first thought that my audio recording of the interview would be good enough.  I sent an email to my TA, Peter Gerlach, and he confirmed with Dr. Blumin that I needed the signed documentation.  So, my "Is verses Want" problem solving began.  By writing down my current situation verses my desired situation, I began to see clearly what action I needed to take.  Knowing that I had an action plan made me focus on what had to be done to achieve my desired results. I was lucky that the faculty members I interviewed were accommodating and that I took action on Thursday and not Friday. This "Is verses Want" problem solving technique worked for me and probably saved me from points being taken off on my Faculty Interview Project.

ten min

I decided to utilize the 10 minute study technique.  It was helpful because I could focus more easily knowing that I was going to have a break in studying.  The technique also made it easier to begin studying because I knew I wouldn't be studying for hours at a time so I was less likely to procrastinate.  I picked this strategy mainly because I have an issue with procrastination and this allows me to get started.  I used this strategy to study for my last religion test and found it was extremely helpful and I was able to better retain information.  Next I am planning to use it for my introduction to education class because I have a lot of readings to do and I'm hoping it will make it possible for me to get through the readings and understand the information.

D's Dos and Dues

D's Dos and Dues

· I found that D's Dos and Dues really helped me for organizing my assignment.

· The thing that I really liked most is the way this strategy allows you too see what you have due for the day and what you need to do for up coming assignments.

· As you can see in the picture, I did not use the time slots on the side of my planner but after talking with peter, I think next week I will try and use them.

· The thing that I did not like about the D's Dos and Dues was the time it took to get everything down in my planner, but I guess its better to take the time than miss an assignment.