Wednesday, October 22, 2008
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Ten Tips for Exam Success
Ten Tips for Exam Success
Select a productive study location
q Choose an area free from distractions (roommates, television, computer).
q Suggestions: library, study lounge, student center, coffee shop
Prepare in advance
q Use a day planner and designate specific times to accomplish specific tasks.
q Avoid “cramming”
Analyze your old exam results
q Consider what types of questions you missed (multiple choice, short answer, matching, etc.).
q Where did the exam questions come from (textbook, lecture, study aid)?
Decide on and adopt the study strategies that work best for you
q Keep in mind that different types of exams/classes will require you to use different study strategies.
Practice what will be required of you on the exam
q If your exam is problem based, work on problems (it does little good to just read your math book).
q If your exam is all essay, spend some time considering what topics will likely be covered and make a brief outline.
Be assertive in seeking assistance
q Utilize office hours
q For tutoring resources available at NIU: http://www3.niu.edu/airs/tutoring.html
Stay relaxed and confident
q Remind yourself that you are well-prepared and are going to do well.
q Choose a good spot to take the exam (enough room to work, away from any distractions).
q Don’t talk to other students before the exam; anxiety is contagious.
When writing an essay exam, get right to the point:
q State your main point in the first sentence.
q Use the first paragraph to provide an overview of your essay.
q Use the rest of your essay to discuss supporting points in detail.
q Back your points up with specific information and examples from readings and lecture.
Leave time to review your exam
q Make sure you have answered all of the questions.
q Proofread your writing for spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
q Check your math answers for careless mistakes.
Reward yourself after the exam
q Take some time to do something you like to do (read a magazine, exercise, see a movie).
q Once the exam is over, do not dwell on past mistakes or immediately start studying for your next exam.
Last edited by Aarwaa; Thursday, October 23, 2008 at 01:34 AM.
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