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Multiple choice exams
Multiple Choice Exam Strategies
SFU handout with preparation and writing tips.
Multiple Choice Exams (University of Guelph)
Preparation and writing strategies, as well as challenges of this format.
10 Common Types of Multiple Choice Questions and How to Solve Them (University of Toronto, Mississauga)
Identify different types of multiple choice questions and learn strategies for answering questions correctly.
True/false exams
Test Strategies for Objective Tests (Utah State University)
Good information on True/ False strategies. Also discusses multiple choice and includes a practice test.
Fill in the blank tests
Fill in the blank tests (Thought Co.)
How to prepare for these tests by creating practice questions.
Another source on fill in the blank tests suggest that if you can't think of the specific term required, at least fill in the blank with a description, and you might be given partial credit.
Essay and short answer exams
Strategies for Essay Exams
SFU handout with preparation and writing tips.
Short Answer and Essay Exams (University of Guelph)
Writing and preparation tips for both formats.
Quantitative/problem solving exams
A Better Approach to Quantitative Courses - Test Preparation
SFU handout. You know that the key to quantitative tests is practice. But some ways of practicing, described here, are far superior to others.
Exam Preparation: Strategies for Success in Mathematics Courses and Other Q-Courses
Slides from a workshop presented by Dr. Malgorzata Dubiel and Dr. Jamie Mulholland of the Department of Mathematics. Contains the "Magic Key" and step-by-step preparation instructions.
Math Study Skills: Math Tests (Mission College)
Links to several pages, each detailing valuable information focused on writing, exams and overcoming anxiety.
Lab exams
Succeed at Exams: Lab Exams (University of Guelph)
Open book and take home exams
Strategies for Open Book Exams
SFU handout on what to expect, how to prepare, and what to keep in mind when writing these exams.
Open Book and Take Home Exams (University of New South Wales)
Includes myths about these types of exams, as well as preparation and writing tips. The information is spread over 3 pages, so make sure you click the link at the bottom of the first page for "Doing well on open book exams" and at the bottom of the second page for "Sitting the Exam".
Oral exams
8 Steps to Overcome your Oral Exam Fears! (Vaia)