Effective Study Habits
What is the importance of creating a study schedule?
Study schedules help to not overwhelm studying all the material at once; spreading things out helps with retention.
Why is it essential to prioritize tasks when managing study time?
You don't have several days to take the test-manage your time wisely! Studying, while unlimited, should help prepare for the actual test, and the actual test is timed.
Why is it important to carefully read all instructions before starting a test?
This is something we all can be better at! Reading directions is crucial to good performance on ANY task. You cannot do the task properly if you don't read the directions.
Why is relaxation important to combat test anxiety?
So many things happen to our brains when we are anxious. In a way, they aren't acting the way they need to. How can we perform well on tests if our brains are all jumbled?
What does SAT stand for?
Scholastic Aptitude Test
Name two active study techniques that can enhance information retention.
Quizzes, Application
Why is it important to check your answers during a test?
Always check your answers! Humans are imperfect! We all make mistakes, especially when we are under stress.
Name three effective strategies for managing time during a test.
Pace yourself, start with what you know strategy, don't spend too much time on one question.
Name two relaxation techniques that can help reduce stress before a test.
Deep breathing, closing the eyes for a short period and calming down. Clenching hands or stretching.
What does ASVAB stand for?
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery
How can you effectively organize study materials for different subjects?
Binders, Notes, etc.
Provide two strategies for overcoming procrastination during study sessions.
Focus in chunks of material and chunks of time.
Discuss the significance of reviewing and checking answers before submitting a test.
Always review! Again, we are all human and we all make mistakes! You could have been skipping through too quick and picked the wrong answer.
How can deep breathing exercises aid in calming nerves before an exam?
By simply focusing on nothing but breathing in and out for one minute you can slow down your heart rate calming your nerves and overworked mind. You can practice this sitting or standing, eyes open or closed or even as you're walking into the exam.
Who should take the ASVAB?
Those who wish to join the military.
Explain the concept of "spaced repetition" and its impact on long-term memory.
As you apply things to your life and repeat them periodically, it becomes engrained.
Explain the significance of setting SMART goals in relation to time management.
SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound) goals make sure something you are reaching for is attainable in a time frame.
How can the process of elimination help in multiple-choice test questions?
Again, the "start with what you know strategy" is applied here. If we look at a question, eliminate what we know to be false, we can get that much closer to the right answer.
Discuss the benefits of getting a good night's sleep before a test.
Sleeping after a session of study or test prep may help students remember the material and ultimately perform better on tests. Getting a full night's sleep is also linked to a better ability to pay attention.
Who should take the SAT seriously?
EVERYONE!! But especially anyone wanting to go to college or technical schools
Discuss the benefits of using mnemonic devices to aid in studying for exams.
ROYGBV (rainbow colors). Catchy ways to remember things (mnemonic devices) help with studying!
Explain the "start with what you know" strategy.
Starting with what you know, or feel confident about, helps all of that energy go into a direction of positivity. If you do what you know first, it requires less effort, and you can put your effort toward focusing on that which you have to think harder about.
Explain the benefits of practicing with past exam papers as a test-taking strategy.
Using materials from past tests ensures you are studying material relevant to the test.
Explain the role of physical activity in reducing stress levels before or after the exam period.
Physical activity may help bump up the production of your brain's feel-good neurotransmitters, called endorphins.
What is the best score you can get on the SAT?
1600