How to Beat Test Anxiety Presentation Lesson
1
HOW TO BEAT TEST ANXIETY – Lesson Plan (10-20 minutes)
Can be used as a standalone lesson, or in conjunction with Test Prep or Post Exam Review
Purpose:
 To help students understand and recognize test anxiety
 Help students better prepare mentally and emotionally for tests to reduce anxiety
Goal/Outcomes:
 Student will leave with some helpful tips and tricks to reduce anxiety
 Students will be more informed about campus/community resources that can help with anxiety
Outline:
I.
Discussion about anxiety
II.
Test Anxiety Questionnaire
III.
How to Beat Anxiety – tips and techniques
Materials:
 Test Anxiety Questionnaire and “How to Beat Anxiety” Handout (1 sheet, Double Sided)
 Anxiety Resources handout
 Remember to help students change their mindset about test. Put into perspective, build positive
outlook, and have students evaluate their negative self-talk before tests
 Really connect the importance of test preparation to lessening anxiety and also discuss how
students can better prepare/study more efficiently and effectively for tests
 Get students to recognize if they need to get help for clinical levels of anxiety