Testing Accommodations
True OR False. Music or white noise machines are an example of a test accommodation
True! this is an available accommodation
Is procrastination a good form of planning?
No! you rush studying at the end and you run the risk of botching the test
True OR False whole person approach is focusing on one aspect of your life
False! It is focusing all aspects
True OR False, studying a lot the night before is a good idea
False! you will be tired, and you won't be prepared enough
Why should you go to your classes?
To not miss any important information you might need to know for a test
What is the first thing you should do when applying for accommodations?
Discuss with your professor!
What do you think will happen, if you do not spend enough time planning, (not studying, planning)
you could run the risk of not using your study time effectively
How can this mindset help with tests?
if you do fail, you have positive mindset, and say next time ill do good!
True Or False: Using past grades to gauge how much effort you put into prep is a good idea
True, this is a good idea
Why should you study regularly?
So that you don't stress the night before the test and remember more
True OR False. They do not provide calculators for some people as an accommodation
False! Calculators are an available accommodation
True OR False: the environment you work in does not matter
False, it is one of the most important things if you are planning on doing focused work
True OR False: ONLY hanging out with friends and exercising is an example of a whole-person approach
False, this does not cover all of the aspects of your life
Because this resource was given to you by your professor to help you succeed, so use it
How can your teacher help you during the test?
They might be able to let you know what resources you can use that could help
Not including time, location, or accommodations; what must you specify for the accommodated test?
How should you allot your time while studying?
Do less work per day over a longer period of time
Why is a whole-person approach to school important?
If you don't balance your life, you can get burnt out
True OR False: it is important to keep a clear head before the test and try your best to be stress-free
True, this is one of the most helpful things to focus on when test day arrives
Why should you go back and re-check all of your answers?
to ensure that you made no mistakes
What building/room is the accessibility and disability center?
It is in CC260
What is the most important and beneficial thing YOU think you can do to prep for a test
be sure to allocate every resource given to you (you get these for a reason!)
How can NOT taking this approach negatively impact test-taking skills?
because other aspects of your life can harm your ability to be locked
What should you do with your teacher, BEFORE the test?
talk with your professor for advice for the test, and anything he might be able to tell you
What is the number one thing you can do to be successful the day of the test?
Get a good night's sleep