Tips for giving an examination

Are You Scared of Examination?

Yes, most of the students have a sort of panic when reaching towards the examination date. Here, I am trying to streamline some positive remedies to avoid the fear of examination. There is no doubt that if you strictly follow these tips, there will not be a place for fear or tension.

So, let us begin . . . .

Writing an Examination Essay The key to any examination is revision and preparation. Some tips to help you prepare for writing an essay under controlled conditions:

Seek out central questions and think about questions you may be asked.
Practice jotting down outlines to the answers.
Practice writing in a timed situation.
Use peer groups to discuss questions and plans.
Read official information for students - Academic regulations.
Make a timetable for revision

Day of the Exam

Do what feels right for you
Leave plenty of time for the journey
Plan to arrive with time to spare before the exam starts
Avoid anything that is likely to increase your stress
Make sure you bring the correct equipment with you.
The examination room will be set up formally and there are guidelines for the conduct of examinations.
You must bring your Student ID card with you. There will be invigilators in the classroom - they may or may not know you.

Exam-taking Activity The day of the exam
Like every other student in the examination hall, to some degree you will suffer from nerves when you are finally sitting in the examination. If you keep in mind a few simple rules about exam technique, you will give yourself the best possible chance of passing the exam with a good mark and avoiding the mistakes that can cost good candidates their success.

How much time have you got?
Will you have readidng time?
If not, allow 5 minutes to read all questions.
Allow 5 minutes to checking at the end of the Exam.
Divide the rest of the time according to the number of questions and/or marks for each - a question worth 30% should have a little more time than one worth 15%.
If you haven't finished the question within the allotted time, move on - you can come back to the question at the end of the exam.
The Exam Paper
Read the question paper carefully - 2 or 3 times.
As with all essays, underline the key words in the questions you intend to answer (make a time plan) .
Look carefully at what you are being asked to do
Give yourself several minutes to brainstorm key ideas (spider diagram). Remember the question will reflect the course / module content.
If you are able to take in annotated references, add these to your brainstorm.
Think about how the information relates to the question
Arrange points in order of importance
Remember to keep the question. Everything you write should have a clear relationship to the question.
Start writing as soon as you can and do your best to write legibly.
Reach your conclusion or summarise what you have written.
If you are asked for specific additional equipment, for example, an annotated reference list you must include this with your paper.

Exam Nerves Some people find exams extremely stressful. You may find some of the following things helpful.

Practise deep breathing to help remain calm.
Use a visualisation technique to help with focus.
Use positive affirmations to help you cope, for example ‘ I am a calm and relaxed person.’
You may wish to discuss with a complementary healthcare professional using suitable flower/herbal supplements to help you remain calm, for example, ‘Bach’s rescue remedy.’

"Make sure you have planned getting there in time before the exam starts."