Learning Objective: Investigate test-taking skills to achieve higher assessment scores Description: Being prepared for tests is not an easy process. Even if you are prepared, tests can still make you feel anxious. Why is being a good test taker so important in college? In colleges and universities, much of a student’s grades are based on quiz and test performance. Doing well on these tests is typically a major indicator of your subject matter knowledge and a good indicator of how you would perform in the workplace. Having good test scores will jumpstart your career. In this seminar, we will address test-taking and test preparation tips and strategies for college-level tests. Applying helpful test-taking and test preparation skills addressed in this seminar, such as writing down everything you remember, reading the directions, browsing the test questions, putting together a plan, and making an educated guess, will teach you how to prepare for and perform well on any test so that you feel confident that you’re bringing your testing A game. At the end of this seminar, participants will be able to: 1. Review the factors that limit achieving higher college assessment scores. 2. Identify practices for dealing with test anxiety. 3. Measure the validity of current test-taking methods. 4. Generate more efficient techniques for improving assessment scores.

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Bring Your A Game:
Using Effective Strategies to Strengthen Your Test Taking Skills

2. Panelist
Candace Cox-Wimberley
CEO / Author
I am A Genius
Moderator
Elliott Russell
Global Learning & Development Manager
The Boeing Company
Panelist
Mark Mayberry, JD
CEO
Exam Experts

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4. SAT “SCHOLARSHIP” SCORES
Score Type of Scholarships Available
■ 1st Round Draft Pick: 1400 or higher; Tuition/Fees, Room and Board
Note: Top 10% Scores: 1350 or higher; Top 12% Score: 1300 - 1340
■ 2nd Round Draft Pick: 1250 or higher Tuition/Fees, Full or Partial
■ 3nd Round Draft Pick: 1100 or higher Possible Tuition and Fees

5. ExamExperts Test-Taking Strategies
Six Steps To the Process of Elimination
1. Read the question correctly. (20%)
2. Review each answer first. (15%)
3. Eliminate clearly incorrect answers. (15%)
4. Read the question again. (15%)
5. Choose the BEST Answer. (15%)
6. Don’t change your answer! (20%)

6. Lesser Known Facts About the SAT and ACT
1) You can take the exam(s) multiple times.
2) Universities take your highest composite score.
3) Only 10% of students get advance preparation.
4) The essay writing portion has been eliminated
on the SAT.
5) The ACT math test allows a calculator for all 60
questions; however, thirty-five (34%) of SAT math questions must
be done without a calculator.

7. ExamExperts “Great 8” Test Day Strategies
TEST – TAKING PREPARATION STRATEGIES:
1. Have 3 number two pencils – sharpened.
2. Have a calculator for the Math test if allowed.
3. If allowed, use earplugs to maximize concentration.
4. If allowed, use a wristwatch to keep track of time.
5. Eat a healthy breakfast. (Smart Food: Cereal, toast,
snack bars, juice, fruit, etc. No burgers or pizza!)
6. Get plenty of rest the night before the exam. (stress-
free)
7. Arrive 15-20 minutes early. (Get focused!)
8. Have your school ID or driver’s identification ready.

8. Test Taking Tips
the Classroom
In & Out
Activity

9. Test Taking Tips
the Classroom
In & Out
● Time Management
● Effective Note Taking
● Set Schedule
● Teach Yourself

10. Test Taking Tips
the Classroom
In & Out
Set Goals
Keep Up Grades- GPA=$$$
Identify Learning Style
Location, Location, Location
Learn to Retain Material
Study vs. Review

11. ❑ Remember your WHY
❑ Stay FOCUSED
❑ Be INTENTIONAL
❑ Maximize the PRESENT Moment
Test Taking Tips
the Classroom
In & Out