1. You need a #2 pencil and scantron (in folder) 2 1. You need a #2 pencil and scantron (in folder) 2. Please complete test questions 1-7 on your scantron

How to study Test taking skills/strategies Reflection on performance BBMS Best Practices How to study Test taking skills/strategies Reflection on performance

Test Prep Explicitly teach students how to study Model how to create a study guide Post study guide and answer key on wiki and/or TeacherWeb Create a video on How to Study Practice Tests - opportunity to practice using their test taking skills Email parents that a test is coming soon

FROM: "Janiszewski"<natalie_janiszewski@hcpss FROM: "Janiszewski"<natalie_janiszewski@hcpss.org> TO: [To the entire class] DATE: 11/2/2009 10:45:24 AM SUBJECT: 8th gr Science- U1C2 TEST Coming Soon! We are currently working on Unit 1, Cycle 2, Activity 4. Once we have completed Activity 6 (the last activity in the cycle), students will take the Unit 1 Cycle 2 Test. I estimate that the test will be given early next week. The U1C2 Test Review Sheet has been given to all students in class on 11/2/09. A copy of the review sheet and key can be downloaded from my Teacherweb page: http://teacherweb.com/MD/BBMS/njaniszewski/photo1.aspx

Vocabulary can be reviewed on studystack. com: http://www. studystack Vocabulary can be reviewed on studystack.com: http://www.studystack.com/menu-152633 A practice test can be taken at: http://interactionsinfo.net/edition1/students_edition1/test_prep/index.html Please encourage your student to study several minutes every night between now and the test! Thanks for your support.

Test Prep - low readers “We want to test our students’ science knowledge, not reading ability.” Faye Ebron “huh?” John Sharbaugh

Test Prep - low readers Send a copy of the test home with specific instructions to parents and students Give these students an opportunity to read the test a day or two before the testing date With the IA or reading specialist during class or During lunch and/or CORE+

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Taking the Test Highlight transitions Encourage the use of and collect scratch paper Prove they are using their test taking skills

U1C2 Test

How is science different this year? How did you study for this test. (time and method) What do you need to do to improve?

What do you need to improve on? Read more carefully Study more Study correctly Pay more attention in class Ask for help Use your test taking skills

Students describe how they studied on the back of the test Students describe how they studied on the back of the test. Sample responses:

You can code the answer key so that it will tell students which letter was the correct answer. The machine will also print the number correct and the percent.

Students use test correction time to reflect

Identifying confusing content helps students know what to study and teachers know what to clarify

Students are prompted to check and recheck answers to prevent bubbling mistakes. Also, if they do not erase completely it will be marked wrong.

All students answered #9 correctly Re-teach and take time to explain this item All students answered #9 correctly

Teacherease comments on 11/18 Michael worked on an error analysis in class to correct and learn from the mistakes he made on the test. Michael is able to see me during Core+ and lunch for further assistance if necessary.

Teacherease email This email is to inform you that your child needs extra assistance at home: Class: Science8 Assignment: U1C2 Test: Scantron Date: 11/16/2009 Score: 60 / 100 pts Comments: on 11/18 Michael worked on an error analysis in class to correct and learn from the mistakes she made on the test. Michael is able to see me during Core+ and lunch for further assistance if necessary. I would encourage you or someone at home to help your child with this work. Understanding these concepts are an important part of the learning process. If you would like to discuss this, please feel free to contact me.