Preparing for Exams 2007

Derrick Doige, M.Ed., CCCOkanagan Collegehttp://people.okanagan.bc.ca/ddoige/

How are you doing so far?

Are you trying to do too much? Are you going to your classes? Have you established regular study

periods? Are you reviewing your notes regularly? Have you formed study groups? Are you getting enough sugar each week? Others…..

Why do we need exams?

You become the teacher (jigsaw)

# of people / by 3 = size of groups In your groups discuss the material

assigned to you. What are the key points? Groups will be split up, reformed and you

will need to teach your section to the members of your new group.

Jigsaw Continued

Making Your Mark 1. Chapter 4 – Study Hints and Shortcuts2. Chapter 6 – How to Study for Exams (p.

32 – 35)3. Chapter 6 – How to Write an Exam &

Exam Anxiety (p. 36 – 40)

Some key points RAP (review, anticipate, practice). Review notes out loud. Construct your own tests. Participate in study groups. Listen to and read instructions carefully. Always do a post exam survey Test Preparation Check List (Handout) Exam Anxiety? Get help now! Stay positive