Archive for October, 2009

Taking and Passing an Open Book Exam

Taking and Passing an Open Book Exam

Instead of spending their weekend chained to the desk of some library or coffee shop, most students usually see open book tests as the get out of jail free card that allows them to still enjoy their Saturday night. Just because the information is provided at the time of the test, however, does not mean [...]

Preparing for an Essay Exam

Preparing for an Essay Exam

Study–for an essay exam? Is it even possible? If so, just how does one study for these much-hated tests? The answer to the first question: Yes, it’s both possible and essential that you study for an essay test as well as prepare test taking strategies. Many College Entrance Exams, Teacher Certification Exams and most High [...]

A Guide to Memorizing Anything Easily and Painlessly

A Guide to Memorizing Anything Easily and Painlessly

If you’re going to master the art of studying, you’re going to have to master one of life’s basic skills: memorization. Most Content Exams such as Nursing Certification or Teacher Certification, require memorization.  Relax. It’s not as hard as you’ve always thought. There are actually four principles that are fairly basic; if you master them, [...]

Beware:  Procrastination Can Kill Your Grades!

Beware: Procrastination Can Kill Your Grades!

Let’s face it: for most people, studying is not fun. And most of us tend to put off things that aren’t fun – especially studying. Honestly, this comes largely because of your high school days. Back then, you could procrastinate a little, sometimes a lot, and still get decent grades. But then you get to [...]