EIS Tutoring - Test Taking Strategies

EIS Tutoring - Test Taking Strategies

J. Taylor

T. Allen

Today's Objective

• Today we will discuss what we dislike/struggle with when it comes to testing

• So we can review different test-taking strategies

• We'll know we have it when we can pick at least 3 test-taking strategies to try when we take our next test

Poll

What is the most difficult part of testing in your opinion?

• Too much reading

• Confusing answers

• Not prepared

• Anxiety

Tell us more about what trips you up during testing.

Today's Topics:

• Testing Strategies

• Dealing with Anxiety

Open Ended

What are some tips, tricks, or strategies that you already know about for testing?

Multiple Choice

True or False

You should start with the hard questions first and do the easy questions last.

• True

• Falso

Multiple Choice

Which is the best strategy for the example below:

You feel like you might forget important information and fail the test. What should you do?

• Write down everything you remember on a blank piece of paper before you start.

• Randomly guess.

• Choose answer C.

Multiple Choice

You are taking a test and come across a long passage. What should you do first?

• Read the passage.

• Highlight key words.

• Read the questions that follow the passage.

There is no substitute for being prepared!

These test taking strategies can be very helpful IF YOU HAVE PRACTICED, STUDIED, AND KNOW THE INFORMATION.

There is no cheat sheet. You will have to pay attention and TRY in class.

Poll

Do you feel these strategies will help you on your next test?

• Absolutely.

• Kind of.

• Nah Bruh.