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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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