testing and replace it with confidence. Encourage them to manage their study time effectively, review their basic skills and work on improving their vocabulary. Avoid distractions and don’t try to multitask: Think of the brain as a spotlight that can only focus on one thing at a time. Determine what will be covered on the test. The more a student knows about what to expect from a test, the less anxiety he or she is likely to feel. Always go to review sessions, and try not to miss class the last day before the test. Try to determine the test format in advance. How long will it be? Will there be an essay portion? What’s allowed and what’s not? Will they lose points for a wrong answer? If your child is facing a standardized test, the student should take one or more practice tests if possible, reading each question carefully and identifying key words so that they understand exactly what the question is asking. Encourage your child to evaluate multiple-choice questions, eliminating each answer until only the correct one remains.
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