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Test Anxiety and the Homeschooler

My son did not finish his Algebra Curriculum during last school year. As a homeschooler, his class allowed him to move at his own pace. However, he needs to finish the curriculum this summer or start over in the fall. Since he is just going into 9th grade, it would not hurt him to start from scratch, as he would end up with a better understanding of the course. Still, He chose to finish the curriculum this summer. In watching him perform in Algebra over the last year, I noticed that he is still having problems taking tests. As explained … Continue reading →

More Tips for Reducing Test Anixety

Test anxiety is real. Test anxiety is a major concern for many students and parents. In my last article, I discussed some of the signs of test anxiety. I also offered some tips on how to help your child reduce text anxiety. In this article, I will offer even more advice and tips on how to reduce anxiety before taking a test. In addition to the tips in my previous article, try the following. Make sure that your child gets enough sleep. Energy is needed to focus clearly on the test questions. It is recommended for children to have at … Continue reading →

Helping Your Child Overcome Test Anxiety

Call me crazy but I am one of the few who as a student actually liked to take test. I always loved test days because we did not have to listen to a teacher lecture. I have always been one who had rather figure out how to complete the work myself rather than listen to a long lengthy explanation. I have also always, in most cases, felt confident in the knowledge that I know. However, some students have major test anxiety. I know some people who completely forget every piece of information that they knew as soon as the test … Continue reading →