Study/ Test Taking Skills: Testing Anxiety

Tips for before the test to prepare yourself

1. Add the test date to your calendar- you will know how long you have to study
2. The earlier you study the more prepared you will feel. Block out time to study. 
3. Take Practice Tests, quizzes, or even create your own! 
4. Sleep well the night before- its very tempting to cram the nigh before however you need sleep for your brain to function properly.
5. Eat Breakfast!

Congrats! Your in the test, but what now? 

1. Practice Positive thinking- know that you will do your best. If you fail you can try again!
2. Practice Mindful breathing- take a deep breath clear your mind and get ready for the test
3. If you find yourself tensing up recognize it and let some of that stress go

Ok, deep breath you finished. Either you passed or you need to try again!

1. What where you able to control? 
   1. Did you get enough sleep? Did you cram? when evaluating why you might have failed you can see what you can do better in the future. 
2. Look for feedback
   1. Some tests have feedback some don't. If its a written test as your teacher if you can talk about the test. If the test is online review the correct answers.