Test-Taking Strategies

Paper Summary:

This paper provides a brief explanation of AP tests and their influence on education. The paper presents two models of test-taking strategies and one model of both a test-preparation and a test-taking strategy. The paper discusses current literature on the topic and explains the theory of self-regulated learning.

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Abstract
Introduction
Impact of Advanced Placement Tests on Education
Literature Review
Useful Strategies for Taking Tests
Theories of Self-Regulation
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"It is important to note that the main aim and objective of the Advanced Placement (AP) tests is to provide the academically sound and gifted students the prospect to widen their horizons through applying and taking part in courses that are at an advanced college level. These tests are organized as an annual event in May by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). The students who want to add college-level credentials to their extra-curricular academics can appear in May and solve the AP tests which mainly consist of two sections: first, multiple-choice questions and second, a part that is mainly driven by an open or individual outlook of the applicant."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Bandura, A. (1993). Perceived self-efficacy in cognitive development and functioning. Educational Psychologist, 28, 117-148.
• Bandura, A. (1997). Self-efficacy: The exercise of control. New York: Freeman.
• Barnett, J. E. (2000). Self-regulated reading and test preparation among college students. Journal of College Reading and Learning, 31, 42-53.
• Bateson, D.J. and Rogers W.T. (1991). Verification of a Model of Test-Taking Behavior of High School Seniors. Journal of Experimental Education. 59, 4.
• Brown, A. L. ( 1980 ). Metacognitive development and reading. In R. J. Spiro, B. C. Bruce, & W. F. Brewer (Eds.), Theoretical issues in reading comprehension (pp. 453-481). Hillsdale, NJ: Erlbaum.

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