TEST TAKING
Are you inspired to set a new goal aimed at improving your test-taking skills? If so, the Personal Success Plan can walk you through the goal-setting process. Read the advice and examples; then add your ideas in the space provided.
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GATHER INFORMATION Question
9.4
Think about your strengths and weaknesses related to taking exams. What strategies have worked for you in the past? What could you do differently? Revisit your Test Taking score on ACES and review the relevant sections of this chapter for additional ideas. GATHER INFORMATION
Think about your strengths and weaknesses related to taking exams. What strategies have worked for you in the past? What could you do differently? Revisit your Test Taking score on ACES and review the relevant sections of this chapter for additional ideas.
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SET A SMART GOAL Question
9.5
Use the information you’ve gathered to create a SMART goal, making sure to use the SMART goal checklist. SAMPLE: To reduce my test anxiety, I’ll practice breathing techniques and visualization for ten minutes each night. SET A SMART GOAL
Use the information you’ve gathered to create a SMART goal, making sure to use the SMART goal checklist.
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MAKE AN ACTION PLAN Question
9.6
Outline the specific steps you’ll take to achieve your SMART goal, and note when you’ll complete each step. SAMPLE: Starting tonight, I’ll use breathing techniques for various amounts of time and visualize different kinds of images until I find the right combination. MAKE AN ACTION PLAN
Outline the specific steps you’ll take to achieve your SMART goal, and note when you’ll complete each step.
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LIST BARRIERS AND SOLUTIONS Question
9.7
Think about possible barriers to your action steps; then brainstorm solutions for overcoming them. SAMPLE: Muscle relaxation didn’t work for me before. If these new techniques don’t work, I’ll visit the counseling center to get more help with relaxation skills. LIST BARRIERS AND SOLUTIONS
Think about possible barriers to your action steps; then brainstorm solutions for overcoming them.
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ACT AND EVALUATE OUTCOMES Question
9.8
Now that your plan is in place, take action. Record each action step as you take it. Then evaluate whether you achieved your SMART goal, and make any adjustments needed to get better results in the future. SAMPLE: The visualization/breathing combination worked great. When I tense up, I picture a waterfall, breathe deeply, and start to relax. ACT AND EVALUATE OUTCOMES
Now that your plan is in place, take action. Record each action step as you take it. Then evaluate whether you achieved your SMART goal, and make any adjustments needed to get better results in the future.
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CONNECT TO CAREER Question
9.9
List the skills you’re building as you progress toward your SMART goal. How will you use these skills to land a job and succeed at work? SAMPLE: I’m learning to relax in difficult situations, so things will go more smoothly when it’s time for me to interview for a job or give a big presentation. CONNECT TO CAREER
List the skills you’re building as you progress toward your SMART goal. How will you use these skills to land a job and succeed at work?
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