Inventory Questions

I'm aware of my strengths and weaknesses as a student.

Critical Thinking/Goal Setting

I feel a sense of control over my academic performance.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility

It's important for me to understand how I learn.

Learning Preferences

When I finish a reading, I take time to review what I've learned.

Reading

I review my notes after class.

Note Taking

I connect material I'm studying to things I already know.

Memory/Studying

I'm comfortable with public speaking.

Information Literacy and Communication

I'm confident in my ability to decide among several career options.

Academic and Career Planning

My grades are a reflection of my effort.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility

I have preferences when it comes to thinking about and organizing information.

Learning Preferences

I often complete assignments at the last minute.

Organization/Time Management Reverse Score

Reading will be an important part of my future career.

Reading

I make sure I know what material will be covered on tests.

Test Taking

I make friends easily.

Connecting with Others

I have a regular sleep schedule.

Personal and Financial Health

I know how to gather information about possible careers.

Academic and Career Planning

I'm in control of my future.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility

My notes are legible and well organized.

Note Taking

I'm confident that I can identify the most important information to study.

Memory/Studying

I believe that I can develop the skills to be an effective writer.

Information Literacy and Communication

Declaring my college major makes me anxious.

Academic and Career Planning Reverse Score

I haven't thought much about my learning preferences.

Learning Preferences Reverse Score

It's hard to find time to focus on homework.

Organization/Time Management Reverse Score

I'm aware of several different note-taking styles.

Note Taking

I use several approaches to preparing for my tests.

Test Taking

I organize my thoughts and make a plan before beginning a writing assignment.

Information Literacy and Communication

I'm a healthy person.

Personal and Financial Health

I find a sense of accomplishment to be very rewarding.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility

The same strategies I use to learn material in class will be helpful in my career.

Learning Preferences

I use my time well.

Organization/Time Management

I can tell which information my instructors consider important.

Note Taking

I make an effort to develop relationships with my instructors.

Connecting with Others

I know how to develop healthy relationships.

Personal and Financial Health

I have a clear plan for completing my degree on time.

Academic and Career Planning

When I have a large project to complete, I start by making a plan.

Critical Thinking/Goal Setting

I'm confident that I understand how to learn new material.

Learning Preferences

I can identify the most important points in my readings.

Reading

I always take notes in class.

Note Taking

I schedule my study time in the same way that I schedule work and class.

Memory/Studying

I view tests as a chance to demonstrate my knowledge.

Test Taking

I welcome the challenge of working on group assignments.

Connecting with Others

I eat three well-balanced meals each day.

Personal and Financial Health

I gather information from multiple sources before making a decision.

Critical Thinking/Goal Setting

My grades are my responsibility.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility

I've never thought about my approach to studying.

Learning Preferences Reverse Score

I don't manage my time as well as I could.

Organization/Time Management Reverse Score

I use different reading strategies for different classes.

Reading

I talk to my instructor before a test if there's something I don't understand.

Test Taking

I enjoy writing.

Information Literacy and Communication

I find it easy to understand other people's feelings and motivations.

Connecting with Others

I have a clear understanding of my career interests.

Academic and Career Planning

I'm not sure why I learn better in some classes than in others.

Learning Preferences Reverse Score

I often find myself wondering where the time went.

Organization/Time Management Reverse Score

When I come across a word I don't know, I almost always look it up.

Reading

I have a note-taking system that works for me.

Note Taking

When I make plans to study, I stick with them in spite of distractions.

Memory/Studying

I'm someone who gets involved in campus activities.

Connecting with Others

I exercise regularly.

Personal and Financial Health

Sometimes I worry about my ability to select the right college major.

Academic and Career Planning Reverse Score

I have both short-term and long-term goals.

Critical Thinking/Goal Setting

I give up easily when I encounter trouble with an assignment.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility Reverse Score

I'm aware of how I learn best.

Learning Preferences

I frequently get distracted when I should be studying.

Organization/Time Management Reverse Score

I acquired note-taking skills in high school, in previous college classes, or on the job.

Note Taking

I understand how memory works.

Memory/Studying

I have strategies to manage my anxiety before an exam.

Test Taking

I'm an active participant in class discussions.

Information Literacy and Communication

I'm aware of many resources available to help pay for college.

Personal and Financial Health

Other people would describe me as goal directed.

Critical Thinking/Goal Setting

Once I start something, I see it through to the end even if there are obstacles.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility

Procrastination sometimes gets in the way of my success.

Organization/Time Management Reverse Score

I'm confident in my reading skills.

Reading

After a test, I evaluate the outcome and adjust my study approach as needed.

Test Taking

I know how to develop an effective presentation.

Information Literacy and Communication

I'm comfortable sharing my thoughts and advocating for myself.

Connecting with Others

I'm worried about registering for the right classes next term.

Academic and Career Planning Reverse Score

I evaluate how much progress I've made toward achieving my goals.

Critical Thinking/Goal Setting

I find myself looking for excuses not to study.

Motivation/Decision Making/Personal Responsibility Reverse Score

I adapt my learning style to meet the demands of the situation.

Learning Preferences

I actively think about the main idea of each paragraph as I read.

Reading

I study in short increments of time throughout the week.

Memory/Studying

The strategies I use to perform well on exams can help me in my current or future career.

Test Taking

I'm aware of the writing resources available at my school.

Information Literacy and Communication

When speaking with someone, I'm aware of what my body language is communicating.

Connecting with Others

I manage stress well.

Personal and Financial Health