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(later on i’ll put together a comprehensive list of test taking techniques that i personally use. think of this as a preview :3)

1. when it comes to complicated cycles and processes with many steps, i find that drawing a simplified chart of that process over and over again (thus memorizing it) can really help, because then the moment you get that test, you can go on the back of it and brain dump that chart (and any other important info like formulas or key concepts) for later use during the test. this helps to free up your mind to focus on problem solving and eliminates the risk of you forgetting anything important.

2. the time constraints of the testing can really be a constricting, but do not let that limit you. personally, i don’t skim every question, at least not at the very beginning. i read the directions for the problems and then try to complete them as quickly and as accurately as possible. if i find myself becoming stuck on one problem, i circle it and then just keep moving on. i don’t know why, but after completing the first page, that’s when i just look over the other problems for the rest of the test. by doing that, i can see which ones are going to be really really challenging, and if i see one, i can start working on it immediately (because i know it will take up the most time and brain power.) i do this after the first page as opposed the very beginning of the test because then i don’t waste too much time on any one problem–i already have a page’s worth of completed problems.

3. i use ALL (all) of the time given to me. i NEVER hand in tests early with time to spare. i check and re-check and check again. i really scan for mistakes and any errors. i re-read/re-formulate open response questions and re-do complicated math. even if you don’t think you need the extra time, use it for something that has to do with the test. you can also use this time to clarify with the teacher any question that has you stumped. it’ll never hurt, guaranteed.

anyways, i hope you’ve found these tips helpful.