How to Study for Standardized Tests - Couverture souple

Sefcik, Donald; Bice, Gillian; Prerost, Frank

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 076377362X ISBN 13 : 9780763773625

Editeur : Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc, 2012

Synopsis

How to Study for Standardized Tests focuses on the skills and test-taking strategies that students need to master in order to excel on tests. This book is a great resource for high school students preparing for the ACT and SAT college students preparing for the GRE professional students preparing to take their licensing or national board examinations and healthcare practitioners studying for their initial or recertification examinations. How to Study for Standardized Tests focuses on three key variables: the test, you, and important study resources (including study methods and techniques). This detailed guide describes and explains how to take tests effectively and efficiently in a timed environment while helping to reduce the impact of test anxiety. The authors include a discussion of techniques to help you select answers when guessing is your only option. By learning as much as you can about what it takes to prepare for and perform well on standardized tests and by following the advice in this book you can realize your high-scoring potential.Why should you buy a book on How to Study for Standardized Exams?A.You want to increase your test scoreB.You believe that although you will perform well, you can do betterC.You want to learn how to study less and still get a high scoreD.You are committed to devoting the time and energy necessary to improve your study techniques and test-taking skillsE.All of the above!

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Donald Sefcik is the senior associate dean and a tenured professor at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.'' Dr. Sefcik is also the Director of Academic Innovation and Psychometrics in the college.' A 1985 graduate of the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University, Dr. Sefcik holds a B.S. in pharmacy and an M.S. in pharmacology from Butler University, and an M.B.A. from Purdue University. He is board-certified in both family practice and emergency medicine.' Since 1987 Don has been involved in various aspects of the education and training of nursing students, nurse practitioners, osteopathic medical students, pharmacy students, and physician assistants, including serving as medical director for a physician assistant program.' Dr. Sefcik is a Past Chair of the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), has served on multiple state and national committees and task forces, and has received numerous awards for his teaching.

'Gillian Bice, Ph.D. is the director of academic and professional development at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.'Dr. Bice holds a B.S. in Zoology, as well as an M.A. and Ph.D. in Physical Anthropology, all from Michigan State University.'Before joining the faculty of MSUCOM, Dr. Bice was manager and supervisor of the MSU Clinical Cytogenetics Laboratory.'Since 1995, Dr. Bice has been teaching anthropology and anatomy courses to undergraduate, graduate and graduate-professional students. In her current role, Dr. Bice advises medical students on issues pertaining to best learning practices and career development.

'Frank Prerost, Ph.D. is a professor in the Department of Family Medicine at Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Prerost holds a Ph.D. and M. A. in clinical psychology from DePaul University and a B. S. in behavioral science from the University of Illinois. Previously Dr. Prerost was the Program Director of the Behavioral Medicine Department at Midwestern University and the Director of the Midwestern Geriatric Education Center. For many years, Dr. Prerost has been extensively involved in the education and training of students in osteopathic medicine, clinical psychology, gerontology, and physician assistant studies.'He is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified through the National Register of Health Service Providers in psychology. Dr. Prerost is a seasoned researcher who is published in many professional journals and has also authored a number of instructor manuals to facilitate student learning.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
• Date d'édition: 2012
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 076377362X
• ISBN 13: 9780763773625
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 232
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible