TEST ANXIETY
AGENDA 1. What is anxiety 2. Break down anxiety 3. Definition 4. Cause 5. Tips to help Before and during exams
OBJECTIVES Students will: Have a better understanding of test anxiety Examine the effects on the body Gain cooping mechanizes to combat anxiety
Definition Of Test Anxiety
What Is Test Anxiety?
Test Anxiety Can Be Broken Down Into Four Parts
1. THOUGHTS: Worry and doubts about the ability to succeed. This includes exaggerated beliefs that academic failure or low achievement is very likely. Pressure to do well while believing success is not possible, or thinking that you are not good enough, can cause trouble concentrating which negatively affects academic performance.
2) EMOTIONS: Some may experience intense feelings of distress, and discomfort surrounding testing situations, including negative emotions of fear, helplessness, anger, irritability, and disappointment, while others may only be affected physically.
3) PHYSICAL SENSATIONS: Heightened awareness of physiological arousal, which can include headache, nausea, diarrhea, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, light-headedness, and feeling faint.
4) BEHAVIORS: Avoidance of tests, difficult assignments or challenging tasks as well as restlessness when preparing or taking assessments.
CAUSES Fear of failure. While the pressure to perform can act as a motivator, it can also be devastating to individuals who tie their self-worth to the outcome of a test. Lack of preparation. Waiting until the last minute or not studying at all can leave individuals feeling anxious and overwhelmed. Poor test history. Previous problems or bad experiences with test- taking can lead to a negative mindset and influence performance on future tests.
TEST PREPARATION TO REDUCE ANXIETY • Approach the exam with confidence • Be prepared • Allow yourself plenty of time • Get a good night's sleep • Don't go to the exam with an empty stomach • Get a good night's sleep
DURING THE TEST: • Read the directions carefully • Budget your test taking time • Change positions to help you relax • If you go blank, skip the question and go on • If you're taking an essay test and you go blank on the whole test, pick a question and start writing. It may trigger the answer in your mind
• DON'T PANIC when students start handing in their papers. There's no reward for finishing first • Use relaxation techniques if you find yourself tensing and getting anxious during the test. • Relax; you are in control, Take slow, deep breaths • Don't think about the fear, Pause: think about the next step and keep on task, step by step • Use positive reinforcement for yourself: Acknowledge that you have done, and are doing, your best
Any questions feel free to contact: • Mrs. Gillian Khodra ……… gkhodra@vfcss.edu.lc or • Mrs. Sherma Antoine …. sjames.antoine@vfcss.edu.lc
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