Test Taking & Study Skills By: Meagan Massey

Test Taking Skills  Preparing for the Test  The Test  Post Test

Preparing for the Test  Pay attention in class  Budget your time so you can study  Study a little each night  Go to review sessions, take notes and ask questions

Preparing for Test (cont.)  Ask instructor to emphasize what’s on the test  Get sleep before the test 3-8 hours at least  Main Ideas and Information should be on one sheet so it can be easily reviewed.  Go over anything from class (notes, HW, review material, etc.)

Escaping Test Anxiety  Be well prepared  Chew gum to relieve anxiety (if allowed)  Do simple questions to build your confidence  Stay relaxed  Control your breathing  Maintain a positive attitude

Test Day!  Set your alarm and a backup alarm  Eat breakfast  It helps you focus  Gives you energy  Arrive at least 5 minutes early  Review your information  Go to the bathroom before test

Taking the Test  Bring:  2 pencils  an eraser  calculator if needed  Wear a watch so you can pace yourself  Do the easiest problems first  Do the problems worth the most points  Skip something if you don’t know it to return later

Taking the Test (Cont.)  Read any and all directions carefully  Ask instructor if you question something on the test  Write legibly and neatly  Look over test if you finish early to check for mistakes

Post Test  Make sure there are no grading mistakes  Understand what you got wrong  Take notes if teacher reviews the exam answers  Save the test for study prep for future tests in that class

Study Skills  Review information as soon as it’s given to you  Have all available study materials  Don’t study after your normal bed-time  Take frequent breaks  Space out your studying  Do not cram!

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