Morning of the Test !

Avoid feeling rushed or pressured – have your test kit at hand.

Set your alarm to leave yourself enough time so you can relax.

Have a good normal breakfast.

Avoid too large a breakfast

Go through you test material check list.

Take your material kit.

Leave early, as planned.

Make sure you are in the correct room!

Locate a quiet area, away from distractions.

Find a comfortable seat.

Check your watch to confirm it has the correct time.

Before the test begins, check that your name and address are correct on all forms.

Lay out all the things you need – pencils, erasers, watch etc…on your desk.

Remind yourself about the time you have for each question in a given section.

THINGS TO DO ON TEST DAY !

Get up early.

If you are used to eating breakfast, eat something light and nutritious and high in glucose and protein (cereal/milk, fruit, orange juice, toast, eggs), to keep you alert throughout the examination. If you usually skip breakfast, do so on the examination day.

Dress comfortably in clothes you have worn before (jeans, shirt, blouse, and sweater).

Wear clothes that can be shed or added on.

Leave home in plenty of time to arrive at the test site early.

Women need to be prepared for early, irregular, and unanticipated onset of menses on exam day, a time of stress.

To reduce tension and anxiety, try breathing and muscle relaxation techniques.
Using hard candy or gum, if not distracting, may relieve discomfort of dry mouth related to state of anxiety.

Bring tissue, cough drops, eyeglasses, watch.

Use restroom and get water before entering testing room.

If you don not understand the directions, ask questions.

Ask for a seat exchange if something distracts you.

RELAX AND STAY ALERT.

MEMORY TIPS

FILL IN BLANKS

Make your own flash cards by writing “ fill in the blank” statements on the front of index cards and answer on the back.
Or do the same with a hand- held tape recorder: Make recorded questions, pauses for answers, then recorded answers.

SEVEN IS THE MAGIC NUMBER.
Repeat difficult information seven times a day for seven days. OR Create seven index cards with the word or fact written on them. Tape the cards in places where you go frequently (i.e., mirror, fridge, etc,), then forget about them. After two weeks you will subliminally absorb the information.

REVEAL
During review cover up the text below heading and try to remember what’s next.
This method works well with your notes, outlines and Quick Study charts.

KEY IDEAS
Highlight them in your textbooks and outlines
Give extra attention to words or phases in bold
Make up acronyms or mnemonics to recall (i.e. GIGO = garbage in; garbage out) or (Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally = parentheses first, then exponents, then multiplication, division, addition and subtraction)

MAPPING
Make a mental image of your noted, outlines, color-coded Quick Study charts, etc. and where facts are located on them in relations to other topics. These images (fact maps) and their data can be recalled during tests.

STUDY STRESS MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Don’t sweat the small stuff. Try to prioritize your activities, and focus on the most important ones.

Work off stress through some kind of physical activity. Exercise is a great stress reliever because it takes your mind off of things that are bothering you.

Take care of yourself. Be sure to eat right and get enough sleep. Eating too much or too little, or sleeping too much or too little, can aggravate the stress that you already have.

STUDY NOTE TAKING SKILLS

Don’t try to write down everything the teacher says. Focus on the main ideas.

When you’re taking notes, use your own words.

Keep your notes organized. They will be as important as the text book.

Each night, review the notes you took that day. This will make things easier to remember when it comes time to study for the test.

TEST TAKING SKILLS(studying)

Be well rested before taking tests.

Don’t cram for tests! It’s OK to spend extra time studying the night before a big test, but don’t try to learn EVERYTHING that night.

Try to find out what type of test you will be taking (essay, multiple choice, True/ False, matching, etc.). It’s likely that test questions will be similar to homework you have done, because homework is "practice."

DON’T PANIC. Just tackle one question at a time. If a question is too hard, skip it and come back to it later.

TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS

For each study period, decide what you want to accomplish and how long you will spend on each subject or assignment.

Break your workload down into manageable chunks and take your homework one step at a time.
Don’t procrastinate (that’s a big word that means putting things off). Give yourself plenty of time to get things done by planning ahead and sticking to a schedule.

Be aware of things that distract you or waste your time, and keep them to a minimum

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS

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  Use things like outlines, charts, or flashcards to help you organize and learn new material.
• You’ll be reviewing the material while you are making these tools, and you’ll have them to use later when it’s time to study for tests.
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  Use a planner to keep track of homework assignments, tests and projects. Write in your planner every single day so that it becomes a habit!
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  Keep a notebook or folder for all your notes and homework assignments. You might need one for each subject to make things easier.
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  Keep a "To Do" list. Write down things you need to do, then decide what needs to be done right away and what can wait until later.

Study Skills

Find your own quiet place at home to study where you can concentrate and do better on your homework.

When studying, sit in a comfortable chair but not one that is TOO comfortable.

Don’t do homework in front of the TV – it is too distracting. While you’re at it, try to ignore the telephone – your friends can leave a message!

Quiet background music might help you stay focused while you are studying.

Study with a friend or a group of friends. Compare notes and ask each other questions.

Know what your learning style is, and study in a way that best matches your own learning style.

Take short but frequent breaks, like a five minute break after twenty-five minutes of studying.

Try to relate what you are studying to things you already know to remember information more easily.

Start with the most difficult tasks or assignments, and then move on to the easier ones to focus maximum brain power on the hardest tasks.

The quality of your study time is much more important than the quantity of your study time.

Get into the habit of studying every day.

Try to determine your best study time and plan on studying at that time every day.

Think of homework as practice, not work. You know that you don’t get better at things like sports or music or cheerleading unless you practice. School's the same.

Plan on a fun activity for yourself as a reward for when you are DONE with your studying.

After each study session, try to recall the main points and as many details as possible.

If you are not sure about something, ask a teacher, parent or friend for help.

Asking questions is one of the most effective ways we learn!

Plan to spend MORE time (not less time) on the subjects that are harder for you.

Good Luck!

Tips for Exam

Top 10 Tips for Taking College Exams

10 Things to Remember on the Day of your Exam
Arrive early. Make sure you know the location and time of your exam. Get there early to give yourself enough time to settle down before the exam starts.

Be awake for the test. Ideally, getting a good night’s rest is always encouraged before an exam; however, realistically, we all know that can’t always happen. Other options are to shower in the morning, chew gum, to have a caffeinated drink. Always be cautious when consuming caffeinated drinks, you don’t want to be jittery for the test.

Eat a small breakfast. You’ll want to minimize any possible distractions during the test. It’ll be more difficult to concentrate if you’re hungry. Don’t eat anything that may upset your stomach.

Bring extra writing utensils. You never know when your pencil’s going to break or run out of lead or your pen’s going to run out of ink.

Bring all essential test materials. There’s nothing worse than forgetting to bring a calculator or notes to an exam. Professors usually won’t have extras or allow you to share with another classmate.

Go to the bathroom. Self-explanatory. This is another precaution to minimize distractions during the test.

Wear comfortable clothes. You’ll want to be comfortable taking the test. Popular choices are sweatpants and hoodies.

Bring any necessities. Bring a water bottle, tissues, cough drops, etc.

Look over your notes. Review important information again before the test to refresh your memory.

It’s just a test. Remember that you studied hard and have confidence in yourself.

College Study tips!

College Study Skills for College Students

How students can Improve their Study Skills at College

These college study skills are to help college students learn how develop good study skills and habits. Studying for college is no fun, but if you develop you study skills, you can be more efficient at studying so you can attend more college parties.
College Study Skills
Study at the Library
The college library is one of the most loathed places to go on campus, especially by the end of the semester. Resist this urge to hate the library, because it can actually give you more time to have fun. Instead of trying to study in a dorm or student housing where there are constant distractions, college students should study in the library where they are most efficient. This will allow students to study more in less time, leaving more time to do the fun stuff. Don't become one of those college students who never steps foot inside the college library.
Pick an Interesting Major
The more you hate your major, the harder it will be for you to study. If you are undeclared, spend a lot of time researching a major and ask students currently in that major how they like it, what the workload is like, what kind of papers, projects and presentations they have to do before your get into a major you do not like. If you already have a major, and you absolutely hate it, meet with your advisor and ask what other options you have. Changing your major earlier is always better then later, so to avoid future problems such as dropping out, address the issue now.
Have the materials the professor requires
Most professors require a specific textbook for class. Students should do their best to have the correct textbook or material so time is not wasted studying the wrong topics.
Use the resources the professor gives you
Most professors give out handouts and articles for a reason. Students should keep everything their professor gives them just in case if it is needed for a test. The college course syllabus is an important resource that should be kept all sememster as a guide.
Get Back Tests
"Back Tests" are copies of tests that professors have given to students in the past such as last semester or years ago. These back tests give college students an idea of how the test is going to be formatted and how the questions will be answers. Many professors know about this practice of studying back tests, so they have implemented practices such as changing tests completely every semester, and collecting all tests after a test is taken. Note: do not just study the answers on the back tests because if they are changed you will fail. The best practice is to write out all of the questions, and find all the answers to the questions on your own, as if you were taking an open book test. Then study the questions and answers and try to think of similar questions and variations the professor may ask. More tips likes these can be found in the study tips section.
Meet with the Professor
College students who are unsure of what could be on the next test should talk to the professor before class, after class, or make an appointment. This will allow the student to speak with the professor face to face, and ask direct questions. Some professors will give you clues and ideas of what to study and how to study if you just ask. Speaking with the professor is always a bonus for the student because it shows the student is actually concerned about the class, and the professor gets to know you, which some professors consider when it comes time for grades

Love

Define love The sincerity of the phrase is strengthened by knowing what love is, and what loving someone means to you. Determine the difference between love, infatuation and lust, and make sure it's genuine love that you feel for this person. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Make it special. For many people, dropping the "I" allows the sentiment to be expressed casually, such as before separating (e.g. "Time to go. Bye! Love you!"). Using the full phrase, however, can be reserved for more intimate moments, especially during a special event, such as when a child is just born, or even to reassure someone when bad news has been received or during moments of cherished silence, like after a kiss.
Make eye contact. If you love this person, hopefully you feel comfortable enough to gaze into their eyes when you express your feelings. Making eye contact shows sincerity and communicates trust.
Say it at an appropriate tone. If you're at home and there's not much background noise, keep your volume low; don't whisper unless you bring your lips to their ear, which can also be a very intimate way to express your love. If you want to tell them how you feel in public, it's up to you whether you want to pull the person aside, or say it in front of friends or even strangers. It depends on your loved one's personality, and your own personality. Some will find it terribly romantic to be told they're loved across a room full of people; others may find it mortifying.
Smile. It can be nerve-wracking to tell someone that you love him or her, only to wait anxiously for their response--especially if it's the first time either of you have verbally expressed love. The best way to overcome this fear is to not expect the phrase in return. Your intention can be to tell the person how you feel, with the hope of making them happy and showing them that they are valued. Remember that unconditional love means not demanding anything in return. So smile, and perhaps give your loved one a hug. If they love you, too, they'll say it in their own way and in their own time.
Be creative. Say it in different languages. Write it into a poem or even a haiku. If you want to be romantic, spell it out with rose petals on his or her bedroom floor. Write it in code, like 1337 or using a Vigènere cipher. Say it in little ways, like post-it notes in unexpected places, and express it in every way you can.
Love. Don't just say it, do it. Love is not just a feeling; it's an action. Saying it without showing it is, in a way, a lie. Express your love in action as well as in words. Children can show love for their parents by cleaning up their room without being asked. A person can send flowers to their partner in the middle of the week for no particular reason other than to show love. Acts of kindness for the one you love, without being asked, speak louder than words

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