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Test anxiety: Strategies for before, during and after a test or exam
“38.5 % of students self-reported having experienced test anxiety, which negatively impacted their performance at some point in their academic...
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A guide about the differences in high school and university accommodations for students with disabilities
Accommodations Self-Responsibility Professors and staff Classes Studying and tests Grades
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Citing correctly using Purdue OWL
Access Purdue Online Writing Lab’s citation guides from their website. Select the Online Writing Lab From the menu on the...
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Studying and taking exams: Online open-book exams
When first presented with open-book exams, many students think preparation is not needed since they can access course materials. However, they...
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Studying and taking exams: Study groups
Meeting peers in small groups is a great way to become an active studier. They can also increase your motivation,...
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Studying and taking exams: Multiple-choice exams
Misconceptions about multiple-choice exams: They’re easier. Not necessarily. Don’t rely on the fact that the answer is already on the page. Memorizing...
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Studying and taking exams: Using mind maps
Mind maps help with connective thinking and categorizing information, which helps you study and write essays. To make a mind...
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Studying and taking exams: Using four levels of questions
Take a concept and insert it into these questions. Then look for an answer! These questions might be at the...
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Studying and taking exams
Active Study Strategies Studying = Thinking! Studying ≠ Memorizing: You need to remember some information to get started, but then...
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Reading and note-taking
Note-taking Before Lecture: Consult learning objectives for lecture Review any slides Read assigned content Choose a note-taking strategy Add date...
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Procrastination
Why do we procrastinate? Misguided perceptions. We mistakenly believe we’ll be more prepared tomorrow. It’s also easier to justify comfort...
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Goal setting
When you link your day-to-day tasks to goals, you see the purpose behind your work. This helps you stay motivated. Think...
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Time management
It is easy to get overwhelmed when trying to balance course work, extracurriculars, free time, and any other commitments you...
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Creating presentations
Effective Presentations Know your message. To plan, reduce your focus to one key sentence. This practice creates direction. Plan without tech. Organize your...
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A guide to succeed in your first six weeks
In university, successful students plan for success. They find support early, manage their time using schedules and tools, study actively,...