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Test Anxiety Strategies: Combat Fear of Failure
- 1. Test Anxiety Strategies BY: MICHELLE MARKS & EMILY ROSTAD
- 2. What is test anxiety? Let's say you have a big test coming up.. You've attended each class You’ve taken notes on each lesson You’ve completed each homework assignment You've asked questions when necessary You studied hard! You know the material WAY TO GO!
- 3. What is test anxiety? You walk into class, and your hands start to get clammy. You sit down at your desk and your heart begins to race. The teacher begins to explain the parameters of the test and your head begins to ache. As she starts passing out the test you think to yourself "I can’t do this" "I'm not ready" Your vision becomes blurry as you examine the questions on the paper. You are experiencing test anxiety
- 4. Test anxiety is... Test anxiety in simplest terms is the fear of failure one experiences before and during a test. It prevents you from performing as well as you otherwise could.
- 5. Understanding Test Anxiety Test anxiety is... A fear of failing A psychological condition View the video below for a better visual understanding of test anxiety All about exam anxiety Test anxiety is NOT Being unprepared for class Lack of studying Unwillingness to learn Misunderstanding of the material
- 6. So, how do I combat test anxiety? Before your test: Study! Study! Study! Create a consistent pre-test routine, and stick to it! If you aren't understanding something, ASK QUESTIONS! Take advantage of a tutor or a study group to help you know your stuff!
- 7. So, how do I combat test anxiety? The day of your test: Make sure that you've gotten plenty of sleep Eat a good breakfast Practice POSITIVE self talk YOU CAN DO THIS!!
- 8. Test Time... During the test: Continue your positive self talk if necessary. Read all directions carefully Remember to breathe! If need be, practice deep-breathing to self soothe If you are struggling with a particular problem, skip it for now.. Complete the problems you know, and then come back to any you may have skipped.