#1 Prep for Studying
What kind of study schedule is the most effective?
30 minute sessions over a few weeks
Rereading and highlighting is an effective study method? True or false?
False
What's something you can do in the morning before a test?
Eat something
Do a quick review
What is the best way to avoid test anxiety?
Prepare and study
What should you do if others finish their tests before you?
Relax and stay focused on your test.
What's the biggest distraction to studying?
Your phone
What is a negative outcome of cramming?
Decreased memory
Lower grades
What are 2 things you should do when you first get the test (after you write your name)?
Read the directions
Write down key facts and formulas
Look over the whole test to pace your timing
Which type of questions should you answer first, easy or hard?
Easy
Getting to class ___________ helps to reduce test anxiety.
Early
What can you do before you begin studying that will make your time more productive?
Set a goal for what you want to get done
Put your phone away
What is one effective study method?
Flashcards
Practice tests
What should you do if you get stuck on a question?
Mark it and come back to it
Look at other questions for a clue
Make an educated guess
What can you do the night before your test?
Get a good night's sleep
What helps with reading passages and questions?
Read the questions first
Highlight and underline key words and phrases
Use captions, graphs, charts and illustrations
How can you create an effective study space?
Find a designated spot with no distractions
Have all your materials on hand
Who did better, those who were told they would be TESTED on the material or those who were told they would have to TEACH someone the material?
Those who were told they would have to TEACH the material did better.
What is one strategy for answering multiple choice questions?
Use the process of elimination
Try to answer the question first, before you look at the answer options
What's the best way to schedule your studying?
Space it out over a few days and don't cram
What can you eat during a test that will stimulate your brain?
Mints or minty gum
How does having a study routine help you?
It primes your brain to be ready to study
It results in higher grades
What kind of music interferes with studying?
Music with a rhythmic beat
What are some strategies when answering an essay question?
Answer what is being asked; describe, summarize, compare/contrast, etc.
Answer ALL parts of the question
Write neatly
Use bullet points in the margins to organize your thoughts
What should you do if you start to feel anxious?
Relax, breathe deeply and get back to work.
What is one strategy for answering True/False statements?
Statements with "always" or "never" are usually false.