Taking tests seriously has to be one of the top fears of most students. Next to the spelling bee, nothing quite says “let’s see if you have what it takes” like taking tests seriously. (At least when you miss something on a test, it stays private — unlike when I spelled “Falcon” with two “L”s […]
How to overcome test-taking anxiety (and why you need to)
Test-taking anxiety is real. You know it. I know it. We’ve all had those moments where we experience the sweaty palms, the nervous jitters, the racing heartbeat. It happens. But should it? Test-taking anxiety negatively effects your performance when taking a test (similar to cramming for an exam). As unfortunate as that is, it’s true. […]