1. Chapter 8 Study Skills and Test-Taking Strategies Studying effectively Study tips, tricks, and skills Study groups Test question types Test-taking strategies Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

2. Chapter 8 Objectives Upon completion of this chapter, students will be able to Determine how much time and effort is needed for studying. Recognize ways to improve the productivity of study groups. Identify the tips for improving the outcome of studying. Know the kinds of test questions they will encounter and how they should best answer them. Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

3. Studying Effectively Determine how much time you should spend. Start studying now. In order to maximize your time, be creative as to when and how you study. Create a comfortable studying environment. Write down studying goals. Avoid cramming. Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

4. Study Tips, Tricks, and Skills Mnemonic devices Visualization strategies Games “Cheat” sheets Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

5. Study Groups Start with a small group. Choose a leader. Keep a list of contact information. Schedule a time and place that is convenient and comfortable. Assign each person a role. Do “homework” before meeting. Stay on task. Take frequent breaks. Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

6. Test Question Types Multiple choice Matching Fill-in-the-blank True/false Problem-solving Essay Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

7. Test-taking Strategies Stay healthy. Understand course objectives. Note the time limit. Read through the test before beginning. Be aware of how much each section is worth. Pace yourself and leave time to review your work. Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.

8. Chapter 8 Review What have you learned about…? Studying effectively Study tips, tricks, and skills Study groups Test question types Test-taking strategies Baldwin The Community College Experience Copyright ©2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. All rights reserved.