TRIO SSS WORKSHOP/ONLINE MODULEMANSFIELD UNIVERSITY

BY JESSICA TRUMP (CONTRIBUTIONS BY CAROLYN BAILEY)

Test-Taking

Test Preparation

Read your book and complete assignments BEFORE going to class!!

Go to class!Review, Review, Review!

Review, Review, Review!

Studying at Higher Levels

How to Study

What to Study

Reducing Test Anxiety: Be Prepared

Find out the format of the testPredict test questionsReview old examsAsk a tutor or friend about content/structure

Reducing Test Anxiety: Before the Test

Be positive!! Utilize positive self-talk or visualization.

Keep to your schedule – avoid cramming and don’t skip meals.

Be prepared and arrive early.Avoid other people’s stress.

Reducing Test Anxiety: During the Test

Read directions C A R E F U L L Y!!Ask questions if you need to.Rephrase questions you don’t understand.“Be here now” – stay present and focused.If you feel anxious, close your eyes and

breathe for 30 seconds.Check your work!!Stay positive!!Do your best and let the rest go!

Objective Exams

Review the testRead directions CAREFULLY!Reduce anxiety – relaxation techniquesTypes:

Multiple Choice True/False Short Answer Matching or Fill-in-the-Blank

Essay Tests

Review the testRead directions CAREFULLY!Make a quick outlineGet to the pointGet something written downPROOFREAD & EDIT!

Resources

Louisiana State University’s Online Learning Resources: http://appl003.lsu.edu/cas/learningjourney.nsf/StudentHome?OpenForm

Study Guides and Strategies: http://studygs.net/tsttaki.htm

Providence College Office of Academic Services: http://www.providence.edu/OAS/Shop/True+False+Exam-Quick+Tips.htm

University of Waterloo Counseling Serviceshttp://www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocs/study/

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