Category: Study Tips

Strategies for Today’s Computerized Exams

Strategies for Today’s Computerized Exams

In this computer age, it stands to reason that more tests would utilize computer technology. And that’s exactly what’s happening.  There are two main categories of computerized tests. The first is the CBE or computer-based exam.  The CBE is much like a standard pencil / paper exam, in that the same questions are presented to [...]

Effective Test Preparation

High test scores can mean the difference between getting into the Nursing School you want. How do you really prepare for a test? For starters, thorough preparation begins long before you take the actual test. Nursing Entrance Tests like the NET, HESI, PSB or DET can be tricky if you are not prepared.  Nursing Certification Tests are [...]

Overcoming Unhealthy Test Anxiety

Overcoming Unhealthy Test Anxiety

Test anxiety is a common phenomenon among students, especially since it can often determine whether you have to retake a class or not.  Not all test anxiety is bad though.  In fact, a healthy amount of test anxiety can actually encourage you to study harder and at least shows that you care about doing well [...]

Mental Preparation for an exam

Mental Preparation for an exam

Test anxiety is only natural because in most classes how well you do on your tests can determine whether you pass or fail the class. While studying the material and getting the facts you need well in mind is important, mental preparation for a test is equally if not more important than just knowing the facts [...]