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Small changes, big impacts in the classroom part 1: Test Talk. For the first 5 minutes of a test, students put their writing utensils on the ground, I hand out the test, and students talk to each other about the test. Many have mentioned how much this lowers their...

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Valerie Hargreaves 的头像
Valerie Hargreaves2 年前

I will try this. I have given out the test on the first day. Phones away! I have them Talk about what they don’t know know and make a list of learning goals on the board. It allows them to see what’s coming and embeds some vocabulary etc. in their brains.

Kermit 的头像
Kermit2 年前

How big are your class sizes when you’ve done this? What age/classes? I’m giving a test in like 10 hours and might just throw caution to the wind and try it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Howie Hua 的头像
Howie Hua2 年前

@BuddyMcLovin413 So sorry I didn't get to you in time, but my class size is around 30-36, college.

Robin Stutes 的头像
Robin Stutes2 年前

After watching your post about this method a while ago, I decided to try it with my 8th graders. They couldn't believe a teacher would allow them to talk about the test before taking it. I agree with your statement regarding test anxiety, and this does help reduce it.

Howie Hua 的头像
Howie Hua2 年前

Awesome! Thanks for trying it!

Justin Pickens 的头像
Justin Pickens2 年前

You inspired me to do this this year! I also state that when they are working on the test, notating their thinking is just as important to me as their answers. Anyone want to share their thoughts on this?

Lizanne Keith 的头像
Lizanne Keith2 年前

They are holding the test but can they open the test and discuss the test questions?

Howie Hua 的头像
Howie Hua2 年前

Yes

Ian McGregor 的头像
Ian McGregor2 年前

Studying also lowers test anxiety.

Alexander Williams 的头像
Alexander Williams2 年前

Absolutely love that approach, Howie. 👏

Howie Hua 的头像
Howie Hua2 年前

Thanks!

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