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Exam Prep: Questions Answered

Q&A: Questions Answered

Drop in for 5 minutes and learn:
– How to study effectively
– Common study mistakes
– Where to find practice questions and resources

Sciences: BIOL102, PSYC100, CHEM112, PHYS117, MATH121 (12:00-2:00pm)

Arts: HIST124, DEVS100, ENGL100, ECON110/111 (2:00-4:00pm)

Location: Stauffer Library, Speaker’s Corner

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Welcome to exam season! Student Academic Success Services has got you covered.

 

Make an exam study schedule, or make a professional appointment with a learning strategist to hone your study skills!
Have you made our famous exam study schedule yet?
 

Download the 2018 Winter Term Exam Study Schedule template (PDF)!

Then, once you’ve made your schedule, make sure you know how best to use your 3-hour study blocks.

 
 

Unsure of how your marks are adding up?

Fill in the Grade Calculator and find out exactly where you stand in each course heading into exams.

Learn just about everything we’ve got on effective, efficient exam prep right here. Good luck! 
 

 
 
Not sure where to start with exam prep? Try the study plan
 
Get organized with our rules for organizing your study schedule

Tools: Strategies for effective studying




Tools: Studying for different types of exams




But what if I have to cram?
Even with good planning, there are times when you have to cram. Here are some helpful hints.

 

 

Tools: Overcoming test anxiety
 
Staying calm under pressure is important during exams.  Learn more about coping with test anxiety.


Tools for staying motivated
 

 
Tools for staying focused
 

 
Tools for managing academic stress
 

 








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Have questions? Send us an email or give us a call at 613-533-6315

Remember that Student Academic Success Services (SASS) is here to help you with all aspects of academic writing and learning, whatever your year, discipline or proficiency level.

Explore our website for information about booking 1:1 appointments, using peer writing support, finding a helpful workshop, or accessing free learning and writing resources.

 

 

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Exam Prep Workshop: Multiple Choice

So you’ve got a hundred decisions to make in an hour, and a whole textbook to work from.

We’ll talk you through a process to help you select what you’ll learn, memorize it, and ease the stress of exam day.

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Midterm Prep Workshop: Multiple Choice Exams

So you’ve got a hundred decisions to make in an hour, and a whole textbook to work from. We’ll talk you through a process to help you select what you’ll learn, memorize it, and ease the stress of exam day.

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