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TEST TAKING. Midterms/Exams can be either Objective - true/false, multiple choice or fill in the blanks. They are made up of items which provide a selection.

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1 TEST TAKING

2 Midterms/Exams can be either Objective - true/false, multiple choice or fill in the blanks. They are made up of items which provide a selection of alternative answers from which the learner has to choose rather than requiring the answer to be supplied by the learner. Subjective - Essay, short answer, oral. They Subjective - Essay, short answer, oral. They ask you to write answers rather than choose from a set of possible answers. Thus, answering them is much like writing short papers on assigned topics.

3 Multiple Choice Tests  Most commonly used test format in college.  Requires very careful reading and analysis of responses.  Most common problem with Multiple Choice tests is not being prepared ---- so rehearse.  Use sample questions from old textbooks old textbooks old exams old exams online quizzes online quizzes

4 Types of Multiple Choice Questions Factual – question based on facts acquired through lectures and tests Example: In what Canadian province would you find the country’s capital city? Example: In what Canadian province would you find the country’s capital city? Conceptual – a question that requires you to think about and reflect on what you have learned. Example: Psychologist deal with variables which are …… Example: Psychologist deal with variables which are …… Applied – a question that uses unfamiliar context to test your knowledge of familiar concepts Example: You lie awake all night trying to make sense of your schedule for the following day, planning things carefully and methodically. Your behaviour is an example of a(n) Example: You lie awake all night trying to make sense of your schedule for the following day, planning things carefully and methodically. Your behaviour is an example of a(n)

5 Multiple Choice Exams – Tips   Predict an answer before looking at the alternatives (By predicting the answer before you look at the alternatives you're less likely to be swayed by an alternative that is incorrect).   Reveal the answers one by one   Eliminate options you know to be incorrect.   Question answers that don’t fit with the stem.

6   Longest or the most specific option will most often be the correct option.   Qualifying modifiers (sometimes, generally, often) are used more often in the correct option than absolute modifiers (never, always, only).   When the options are all numbers, the correct option is less likely to be an extreme number.   The correct option may be one of two similar options, with the most specific option usually correct.

7   If you don’t know an answer, move on. You may find your answer or a hint in another question.   If you have two synonymous (having the same meaning) options, neither will be correct.   The best option should be a grammatically correct extension of the question (subjects & verbs agreement).   Be alert to give-aways in grammatical construction. The correct answer to an item stem which ends in “an” would obviously be an option starting with a vowel

8 The Essay Exam  Set up a time schedule (how much time to spend on  each question.  If questions are weighted, take that into account.  When the time is up for that question, stop writing (always leave some space).  Pay attention to how the question is phrased or to the directives “compare”, “contrast”, criticize”.  If the question is asking for facts, don’t give your personal opinion on the topic.  Before answering a question, put it into your own words and compare with the original (if they don’t match, you have misread the question).

9 Essay Questions - Tips   Make a brief outline.   Begin with a strong first sentence.   Develop your argument.   Don’t write long introductions and conclusions (bulk of your time should be spent on answering the question (s) asked.   Focus on one main idea per paragraph.   When writing keep a blank sheet. Be prepared to jot down notes.

10 Short Answer Tests  Follow the typical essay format: introduction, body, and conclusion.  Make sure that you clearly state the idea or thesis of your answer  Get right to the point. Don't rewrite the question!  Answer in specific terms, not in general. Use examples: from the readings, the class, or the real world.  When using examples, make sure that it is clear why you are using that particular example to answer the question.  When making general statements, be sure to follow them up with answers to questions such as who, what, why and how.  Avoid making all encompassing statements, such as using the words "all," "every," "no one," etc. unless they are true.  Be prepared to defend every statement you make with recognized facts.

11 Exam Preparation  Approach the exam with confidence: Use whatever strategies you can to personalize success: visualization, logic, talking to your self, practice, team work, journaling, etc.  Be prepared! Learn your material thoroughly and organize what materials you will need for the test. Use a checklist ・  Allow yourself plenty of time, especially to do things you need to do before the test and still get there a little early  Avoid thinking you need to cram just before.  Avoid speaking with any fellow students who have not prepared, who express negativity, who will distract your preparation  Avoid negative self-talk

12 Overcoming Test Anxiety - Tips  Be Prepared  Practice positive self-talk  Avoid the ‘doom mongers’  Use visualization  Practice relaxation  Get enough sleep before the exam ( fatigue intensifies anxiety  Skim through the test  Write down important formulas, facts, definitions,or keywords in the margin

13 During the test  Read the directions carefully.  Budget your test taking time.  Change positions to help you relax.  If you go blank, skip the question and go on.  If you're taking an essay test and you go blank on the whole test, pick a question and start writing. It may trigger the answer in your mind.  Don't panic when students start handing in their papers. There's no reward for being the first done.

14 Getting Anxious During the Test  Relax; you are in control. Take slow, deep breaths.  Pause: think about the next step and keep on task, step by step  Use positive reinforcement for yourself: Acknowledge that you have done, and are doing, your best ・  Expect some anxiety. It's a reminder that you want to do your best. Just keep it manageable  Realize that anxiety can be a "habit" and that it takes practice to use it as a tool to succeed

15 After the Exam  List what worked.  List what did not work for improvement.  Celebrate that you are on the road to overcoming this obstacle


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