Study Tips -- Objectives

Describe an approach for studying for an examination and overcoming procrastination Explain approaches for answering 2511 cases

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Studying for an examination

Make sure you have read the text (chapters and technology guides listed on the course outline), completed quizzes and participated in classes and group practice cases Check the Announcements area on the web site Review your notes Set a schedule Do the practice exam and evaluate your knowledge levels
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Practice, practice, practice!

There are two Word files for the practice midterm exam: Practice midterm examination Suggested marking guide These are similar to the actual exam in format and case question style
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Overcoming procrastination
Dont put things off until the last minute! Break down the work into manageable chunks Take responsibility for each day and for delays Use Positive SelfStatements Dont catastrophize
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Approaches for answering 2511 cases *** BRING A PEN ***

Read the Required first Make sure that you understand the Required if you do not, then ASK Read the case and highlight relevant facts Allocate enough time to each of the question parts Write case answers in PEN DO NOT USE WHITE-OUT
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Approaches for answering 2511 cases (continued)

Differentiate between a theory question and a question tied to the case situation Tie your answer to the facts of the case Use your answer to illustrate that you understand the topic
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During the exams

Bring YorkCard or other Photo id, and pens Wear comfortable clothing If you do not understand something, ASK Not allowed:
Cell phones, calculators, hats, iPODs or headphones Pencil cases, eyeglass cases, any papers, books or dictionaries
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The midterm will be in parts

The midterm exam will be distributed in parts Parts will be handed out during the exam period, so be prepared to stay for the full allotted time If there is an exam disruption, you will no longer have access to previous parts of the exam
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See you there!

To obtain maximum advantage from the practice midterms, do the practice questions first, in the time specified, before you check your answers
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