Testtaking
Test-taking refers to the act of completing assessments to demonstrate knowledge or ability. Tests are used to measure content mastery, cognitive skills, or performance ability and appear in education, professional licensure, employment selection, and research.
There are various formats: standardized tests with uniform administration and scoring, classroom assessments such as quizzes
Preparation includes planning study schedules, using active learning techniques, practicing with sample questions, and taking timed
During a test, strategies include reading directions carefully, outlining time allocation, answering known items first, using
Test anxiety can affect performance; coping strategies include breathing techniques, realistic goal setting, positive self-talk, and
Scoring converts raw responses into scores that may be raw, scaled, or percentile-based. Results may indicate
Ethics and security, including preventing cheating and protecting test content, are important in maintaining validity. Cultural