Manage and minimize test anxiety
Helping students keep their anxiety in check about the exam will help them focus on their learning and progress so far in the course. There are many ways to alleviate anxiety including mindfulness and test-taking strategies.
We suggest implementing these strategies:
Explore Student Experiences Throughout the School Year
Click on each critical period to explore student experiences.
Strong Start
August/September
Keeping Up
November/December
Midterm Reset
January/February
Exam Prep
March/April
Due to varying school schedules and contexts, the exact timing of the critical periods will differ by school and even by class. The months provided are a guide for where teachers should be looking for experiences based on time of year.