Becoming a Good Test Taker Reflect

Objectives Students will be able to reflect upon their work.

Did I read the problem at least twice? Chad stopped picking fruit at 2:30 pm. He had picked pears for 1 hour and apples for 45 minutes. When did he start picking?

Did I write down the question being asked (or highlight it)? Chad stopped picking fruit at 2:30 pm. He had picked pears for 1 hour and apples for 45 minutes. When did he start picking? What question are you being asked?

Did I write down the key words in the question? Chad stopped picking fruit at 2:30 pm. He had picked pears for 1 hour and apples for 45 minutes. When did he start picking? What are the keywords?

Did I write down the facts that are given? Chad stopped picking fruit at 2:30 pm. He had picked pears for 1 hour and apples for 45 minutes. When did he start picking? What are the facts you need to solve the problem?

Did I write down the strategy that I used? Chad stopped picking fruit at 2:30 pm. He had picked pears for 1 hour and apples for 45 minutes. When did he start picking? What strategy could you use to solve the problem?

Did I solve the problem? Chad stopped picking fruit at 2:30 pm. He had picked pears for 1 hour and apples for 45 minutes. When did he start picking? Solution:

Is my arithmetic or calculations correct? Chad stopped picking fruit at 2:30 pm. He had picked pears for 1 hour and apples for 45 minutes. When did he start picking? Check your answer:

Explain Did I explain how I solved the problem? Did I explain why I chose the strategy and how I used it? Explanation:

A few more things to reflect on… Is my writing clear? Did I label my work? Does my answer make sense? Did I answer the exact question being asked?

Summary Notice that many of these steps can be completed without knowing how to solve the problem. Write down all steps; even those done with a calculator. Write down as much as you can. Reflect on what you have done before moving on.