TRiO sss Workshop/ONLINE MODULE

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Test-Taking

• TRiO sss Workshop/ONLINE MODULE
• Mansfield University
• By Jessica trump (Contributions by carolyn bailey)

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Test Preparation

• Read your book and complete assignments BEFORE
  going to class!!
• Go to class!
• Review, Review, Review!

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Review, Review, Review!
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Studying at Higher Levels
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How to Study
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What to Study
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Reducing Test Anxiety Be Prepared

• Find out the format of the test
• Predict test questions
• Review old exams
• Ask a tutor or friend about content/structure

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Reducing Test Anxiety Before the Test

• Be positive!! Utilize positive self-talk or
  visualization.
• Keep to your schedule avoid cramming and dont
  skip meals.
• Be prepared and arrive early.
• Avoid other peoples stress.

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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 dont 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!

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Objective Exams

• Review the test
• Read directions CAREFULLY!
• Reduce anxiety relaxation techniques
• Types
• Multiple Choice
• True/False
• Short Answer
• Matching or Fill-in-the-Blank

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Essay Tests

• Review the test
• Read directions CAREFULLY!
• Make a quick outline
• Get to the point
• Get something written down
• PROOFREAD EDIT!

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Resources

• Louisiana State Universitys Online Learning
  Resources http//appl003.lsu.edu/cas/learningjou
  rney.nsf/StudentHome?OpenForm
• Study Guides and Strategies http//studygs.net/t
  sttaki.htm
• Providence College Office of Academic Services
  http//www.providence.edu/OAS/Shop/TrueFalseExam
  -QuickTips.htm
• University of Waterloo Counseling Services
• http//www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infocs/study/curve.htm
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