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OPEN BOOK AND SHORT ANSWER TEST GUIDE. FROM THE ACHIEVEMENT CENTER. OPEN BOOK. Spend same amount of time preparing as closed book test Familiarize yourself with the book If allowed write down formulas and key information Focus on main ideas Know where ideas are located in book
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OPEN BOOK AND SHORT ANSWER TEST GUIDE FROM THE ACHIEVEMENT CENTER
OPEN BOOK • Spend same amount of time preparing as closed book test • Familiarize yourself with the book • If allowed write down formulas and key information • Focus on main ideas • Know where ideas are located in book • Learn details later if time allows
OPEN BOOK • Highlight important points in book if allowed • Use post-it notes, bookmarks, and notes in book if allowed • Answer the questions you know first • Answer the questions that you need to look up now
SHORT ANSWER • Use flashcards to study • Anticipate test questions (instructor usually emphasizes material in class) • Do not leave an answer blank…make an educated guess • Read questions carefully • Answer all parts of the question