1. James Ryder Randall MSA Night
Parent testing information session February 10, 2009
6:30-8:00pm

2. What type of learner are you?
If you are an Auditory learner, try to study orally. Say the information out loud to yourself.
If you are a visual learner, make a diagram or outline.
If you are kinesthetic, make the learning more active by copying and recopying your notes.

3. Where do you study?
Find a location and or room that has plenty of sunlight
Very little background noise and other activities
Plan frequent breaks
Don’t study too long
Stay on task

4. Tips for objective Tests
Carefully read all the instructions on the test booklet
Some questions ask for the best answer
Read each question carefully to make sure that you understand the type of answer required
Read all the choices before you decide on an answer

5. Tips continued Look for qualifiers in the sentences.
What are qualifiers?
Qualifiers are words such as: all, most, some, no, never, least, always, equal, maximum, greatest, not, less, mainly, highly, lowest, most, nearly, best, smallest, etc.

6. Test support Circle or underling key words in questions
Use logic to answer difficult questions
Answer every question
Review your work
Be slow to change an answer
Write legibly
If you make a mistake, erase completely

7. Final Testing Tips
Get a good night’s rest before the test and have a healthy breakfast
Dress comfortably
Try to sit away from potential distraction
Pay attention to the teacher and follow directions
Do your personal best!!!!!!
Think positively