1. Test Tips for Students

2. Prepare for your tests Take good notes Read your text
Complete assignments
Review this information every couple of days

3. Study a little over several days, not all at once
Understand better
Remember more

4. Talk with your teacher
For help with a concept, word, formula, or idea

5. Create a study guide or checklist
Include formulas, dates, vocabulary, and main ideas
Or highlight this information in your notes

6. Develop study tools to help remember important content
Flashcards
Picture cues
Definitions

7. Study with a friend or parent
Take turns developing questions and reviewing class notes
Review old tests and quizzes for possible test questions

8. Learn about the types/formats of tests
Understand how to be successful on each type/format.
Different strategies work better on certain kinds of tests

9. Read all test directions and questions carefully
Reread any question or direction that is unclear
Read all possible answers before choosing the best one

10. CHECK YOUR WORK - ALWAYS

11. Review your results
Ask for clarification on anything you do not understand