Chapter 8 Study Skills and Test-Taking Strategies Studying effectively Study tips, tricks, and...

Chapter 8Study Skills and Test-Taking Strategies

Studying effectivelyStudy tips, tricks, and skillsStudy groupsTest question typesTest-taking strategies

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Chapter 8 ObjectivesUpon completion of this chapter, studentswill be able to Determine how much time and effort is needed

for studying. Recognize ways to improve the productivity of

study groups. Identify the tips for improving the outcome of

studying. Know the kinds of test questions they will

encounter and how they should best answer them.



Studying Effectively Determine how much time you should

spend. Start studying now. In order to maximize your time, be

creative as to when and how you study. Create a comfortable studying

environment. Write down studying goals. Avoid cramming.



Study Tips, Tricks, and Skills Mnemonic devices Visualization strategies Games “Cheat” sheets



Study Groups Start with a small group. Choose a leader. Keep a list of contact information. Schedule a time and place that is

convenient and comfortable. Assign each person a role. Do “homework” before meeting. Stay on task. Take frequent breaks.



Test Question Types Multiple choice Matching Fill-in-the-blank True/false Problem-solving Essay



Test-taking Strategies Stay healthy. Understand course objectives. Note the time limit. Read through the test before beginning. Be aware of how much each section is

worth. Pace yourself and leave time to review

your work.



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