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Shanshan He; Anne-Marie Sénécal; Laura Stansfield; Ruslan Suvorov – Language Testing, 2025
Test preparation has garnered considerable attention in second language (L2) education due to the significant implications that successful performance on a language test may have for academic advancement, future career opportunities, and immigration prospects. Meanwhile, an overemphasis on test preparation has been criticized for encouraging the…
Descriptors: Literature Reviews, Second Language Learning, Language Tests, Study Habits
Thompson, Mark E. – 1981
This guide, written for parents, teachers, and students, presents advice on academic study habits derived from research data. Part 1 of the text presents the research evidence in five chapters: chapter 1 reviews common study skills problems; chapter 2 focuses specifically on research data from eight studies which successfully used precollege study…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Educational Environment, Learning, Listening Skills
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Beidel, Deborah C.; Turner, Samuel M.; Taylor-Ferreira, Jill C. – Behavior Modification, 1999
Presents and evaluates a pilot program to reduce test anxiety and related social-evaluative concerns. The Testbusters program teaches effective study habits, study skills, and test-taking strategies for children in grades 4 through 7. Results indicate that Testbusters decreased general levels of test anxiety and improved overall grade point…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Behavior Modification, Elementary School Students, Intermediate Grades
Guedry-Hymel, Linda; Hymel, Glenn M. – 1984
This paper develops a conceptual model involving curricular, instructional/guidance, and assessment perspectives on the promotion of study skills and test-taking techniques among secondary school students. From the curricular standpoint, consideration is given to a recommended range of topical coverage and a diversified array of printed/mediated…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Evaluation, Integrated Curriculum, Intentional Learning