Improving Your Students' Test Taking Skills (Grades 2-12)

This online course will help you understand concepts related to standardized testing. In addition, it will help you work with students on test preparation and test taking skills. You will learn how to develop instructional strategies that facilitate students as they aim for success in testing situations. Emphasis is on testing theory, helping students learn how to prepare for tests, and strategies that students can utilize while taking a test. "The content of this course is very comprehensive. All types of testing concerns were addressed and I became more aware of test "clues" even after many years of teaching." - Victoria Goodhue      Tuition $124        Tell a Friend About PDI Online Courses

Topical Outline/Three Units    Click here to request a copy of the syllabus

Unit One Introduction to the course An Introduction to Standardized Tests Assignment #1: Write an autobiography Assignment #2: Article reflection Test #1   Unit Two The Art of Being Testwise Teaching Test Study Techniques Test #2   Unit Three Success Strategies for Essay Tests Success Strategies for Objective Tests Assignment 33: Respond to a classmate Test #3

Unit Four Success Strategies for Standardized Tests Preparing Students for “High-Stakes” Exams Test #4   Unit Five Sample Standardized Test Word Parts Test #5   Unit Six Parent Communication Test Cues Assignment #4: Create a test on a basic subject that includes test cues

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