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SEL

Test Taking Anxiety

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Parent and Family Engagement presents…

LaTura “Ms. S” Schexnayder

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SEL

Test Taking Anxiety

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MISSION:

To ensure students, without exception, learn and grow at their highest levels.

VISION:

To inspire curiosity and consciousness, develop character, build courage, and nurture compassion

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Agenda

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  • What is test anxiety?
  • What are tools and tips to help my student?
  • How to prepare them for testing?
  • Questions

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What is Test Anxiety??

Test anxiety is a combination of physical symptoms and emotional reactions that interfere with your ability to perform well on tests. Many students experience varying levels of test anxiety for a number of difference reasons.

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  • Be prepared
  • Get a good night’s sleep
  • Fuel up (good breakfast)
  • Get to class early
  • Have a positive attitude
  • Read carefully
  • Just start
  • Don’t pay attention to others
  • Focus on calm breathing

Tips to Improve Test Anxiety

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8 Ways to Prepare your scholar for testing

  1. Stay on top of homework. ...
  2. Talk with your child's teacher. ...
  3. Read with your child regularly. ...
  4. Practice filling in the bubbles. ...
  5. Use relaxation techniques. ...
  6. Talk about what the test is like. ...
  7. Go over accommodations. ...
  8. Be calm and upbeat.

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