Archive for August, 2010

Guessing on the COOP ( Or any multiple choice exam)

Guessing on the COOP ( Or any multiple choice exam)

So you’re trying to get into a Catholic high school. . . you’re at the testing center, taking the COOP, HSPT, SSAT, ISEE or TACHS.  Suddenly you come to a section with several questions that you just don’t know. What to do? Guess.  That’s right….take a guess.  One of the good things about the COOP [...]

Is the CHSPE the Same as the GED?

In California, students who dropped out of high school before receiving their diploma can go back in a later year to take the California High School Proficiency Examination.  If the person passes the CHSPE, he receives a diploma that, by law, is to be considered the same as a regular diploma.  Sound familiar? It’s an [...]

How to Overcome Test Anxiety

How to Overcome Test Anxiety

Put down your class notes and textbook for just five minutes and take this short quiz.  It might actually help with the rest of your study time. 1) Do you have a difficult time motivating yourself to start studying for a big test? ______ 2) Do you expect that, no matter how hard you study, [...]

Beating the Clock

Beating the Clock

It is easy to feel the pressure of the clock. If you’re not careful and prepared it will get to you and drag down your score. Most Standardized tests have time limits, including Nursing Entrance test, College Entrance Exams and Certification Exams. Here are five simple steps to help you maximize your score while minimizing [...]