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5 Things You Shouldn't Do on Test Day

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

Not many events in life induce the amount of stress like academic tests can. At the thought of taking a written exam, palms moisten, hearts quicken, and fingers suddenly lose control of writing utensils. Whether it's a mock or the real thing there's no reason to let test day get the better of you.

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Acing the Integrated Reasoning Section of the GMAT

by Christine Chadwick

Think of the Integrated Reasoning Section of the GMAT as a test to evaluate the applied version of the same skills the GMAT is designed to test overall. The GMAT is intended to assess your competence in analysis, writing, and quantitative reasoning as well as your reading and writing skills. In this...

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GMAT Quantitative Section Study Methods

by Christine Chadwick

When confronting the quantitative section of the GMAT, there are two general areas of focus. The first is an awareness of your specific study habits and test-taking strengths and weaknesses. The second is knowledge of mathematics and peculiarities of the test itself. This guide concerns itself with ...

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5 Test Taking Strategies for Students With ADHD

by Christine Chadwick

Students with ADHD can excel academically. The key to their educational success lies in their preparation for tests. While educators can make accommodations for students with ADHD, practicing these test-taking strategies can give students the confidence to succeed.

1. Review the material in small c...

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6 Ways to Help Your Child Prepare for a Maths Test

by Christine Chadwick

Approach maths tests as a continuous and long term process for the best and most lasting results for your student rather than concentrating efforts immediately before each test. Because mastery of mathematical concepts usually has an orderly progression, with more advanced functions relying upon a c...

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