Test-Taking

Test-Taking

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·       Essential Test-Taking Advice

Try out these strategies while you’re still in high school, and by the time you get to collage, you’ll be a test-taking expert.

·       Before the test

Eat well.

Studies show that you need good nutrition to concentrate and preform your best.

·       Bring the right supplies.

Bring your pencils, erasers, pens, rulers, compasses, calculators or whatever else you need on test day.

·       Review the whole test before you start

See how many sections and what types questions are on the test. Determine how much time to allow for completing each section.

·       Jot down your first thoughts.

During your first scan of the test, make quick notes about your thoughts. For example, you may want to outline your answers to written-response and essay questions right away.

·       During the test

Read directions.

It’s important that you follow the instructions exactly. For Example, some questions may have more than one correct answer.

·       Answer easy questions first.

Doing this can jog your memory about useful facts. You may also come across information that can help you with other questions.

·       Answer every question.

Unless there is a penalty for wrong answers, try to answer every question; you may be able to get partial credit for those you begin but don’t complete correctly.

·       Ask questions.

If a question isn’t clear, talk to your teacher. If that’s not possible, explain your answer in the margin.

·       Identify key words.

This helps you focus on the main idea of challenging questions.

·       Rephrase difficult questions

To understand questions better, rewrite them in your own words. Be careful not to change the meaning.

·       Organize your thoughts before you write

Take time to organize your response to short-answers and essay questions. You’ll reduce the time you need to revise.

·       Write neatly

Be sure you don’t lose points on answers the teacher can’t read.

Use  all  the  time  you’re  given.

If  you  finish  early, don’t  leave. Use  the  extra  time.

Choose the Right

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The boat that sank like titanic

The boat that sank like titanic

Well the captain made a very big mistake, because he got of course and wasn’t supposed to. And yet when the boat was sinking he jumped of the boat and the code of honor says that the captain is the last person of the boat. He chose the wrong by abandoning them on the ship.

The “C” Average student Average student part 2

The “C” Average student

Average student part 2

CURIOSITY: “C” students seldom explore topics deeper than their face value. They lack vision and bypass interconnectedness of concepts. Immediate relevancy is often their singular test for involvement.

3. RETENTION: “C” students retain less information and for shorter periods. Less effort seems to go toward organizing and associating learned information with previously acquired knowledge. They display short-term retention by replying on cramming sessions that focus on details, not concepts.

4. ATTITUDE: “C” students are not visibly committed to class. They participate without enthusiasm. Their body language often expresses boredom.

5. TALENT: “C” students vary enormously in talent. Some have exceptional ability but show undeniable signs of poor self-management or bad attitudes. Others are diligent but simply average in academic ability.   

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!!!!!!!!

The “c” student an average student part 1

The “c” student an average student part 1

Source: the teaching professor. Paraphrased from John H Williams, clarifying Grade Expectations, August/September, 1993 and Paul Solomon and Annette Nellon, Communicating about the Behavioral Dimensions of grades, February, 1996.

1. ATTENDANCE: “C” students are often late and miss class frequently. They put others priorities ahead of academic work. In some cases, their health or constant fatigue renders them physically unable to keep up with the demands of high-level performance. They think it is ‘cool’ to be tardy because it makes them think they are big shots. Skipping class is another downfall for the “C” and failing students.    

2. PREPARATION: ‘C’ students may prepare their assignments consistently, but often in a perfunctory manner. Their work may be sloppy or careless. At times, it is incomplete or late. They postpone doing home assignments in order to text friends, visit friends on Facebook, or send tweet to some of their followers. They take shortcuts to complete  acedmic work. They are short sided because they cant see long range destruction of taking short cuts. It never pays off.

              CHOOSE THE RIGHT !!!

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“When I do good I feel good. When I do bad I feel bad”

Abraham Lincoln  

It means that when you do something good on the inside you feel really good and nice. But when you do bad and you know it then you feel like oh wow I should have never done that and that’s when you start feeling bad.

“A” Student Profiles Part 2

“A” Student Profiles Part 2

Source: The teaching professor. Paraphrased from John H. Williams, clarifying grade expectations, August/September,1993 and Paul Solomon and Annette Nellon, communicating about the behavioral dimensions of grades, February, 1996.

5. ATTITUDE: “A” student has a winning attitude. They have both the determination and the self-discipline necessary for success. They show initiative. They do things they have not been told to do.

6. TALENT: “A” students demonstrate a special talent. It may be exceptional intelligence and insight. It may be unusual creativity, organizational skills, commitment-or a some combination. These gifts are evident to the teacher and usually to the teacher and usually to the other students as well.

7. EFFORT: “A” students match their effort to the demands of an assignment.

8. COMMUNICATIONS: “A” students place a high priority on writing and speaking in a manner that conveys clarity and thoughtful organization. Attention is paid to conciseness and completeness.

9. RESULTS: “A” students make high grades on tests-usually the highest in the class. Their work is a pleasure to grade.

A” student profiles part 1

“A” student profiles part 1

Source: the teaching professor. Paraphrased from john h Williams, clarifying grade expectations, august/September, 1993 and Paul Solomon and Annette Nellon, Communicating about the behavioral Dimensions of Grades, February, 1996.

Successful students can be distinguished from the average student by their attitudes and behavior. Below are some profiles that typically distinguish between an “A” student and a “C” student. Where do you fit in this scheme?

The “A” Student – An outstanding student  

1. ATTENDANCE: “A” students have virtually perfect attendance. Their commitment to the class is a high priority and exceeds other temptations.

2.PRREPERATION: “A” students are prepared for class. They always read the assignment. Their attention to detail is such that they occasionally can elaborate on class examples.

3. CURIOSITY: “A” students demonstrate interest in the class and the subject. They look up or dig out what they don’t understand. They often ask interesting questions or make thoughtful comments.

4.RETENTION: “A” students have retentive minds and practice making retentive connections. They  are able to connect past learning with the present. They bring a background of knowledge with them to their classes. They focus on learning concepts rather than memorizing details.

                                                                           CHOOSE the RIGHT