Test Taking Techniques

1. Study with a purpose—find out from your instructor whether or not you are going to need to know specifics such as dates, names, and definitions.

2. To remember information—practice recalling, not just rereading. Use index cards. 2 days before the exam study hard and the night before review leisurely.

3. On exam day—be rested, confident, get to the exam early, and choose a seat that you know there will be few distractions.

4. Taking the exam—read ALL directions and pace yourself. Be sure to answer the questions you know the answers to first and go back to the ones that are more difficult. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS! Review your exam before you hand it in.

5. When the exam is returned—go over exam and if you don’t know why you go something wrong clarify with your professor. 

5 classes UMA Students Should Take Before Graduating

COL 100-Introduction to the College Experience

“The meaning of College 100 can have numerous meaning in which a person wonders about, and ponders the idea of doing the class. The questions you have to ask yourself is what will I get out of this. I am here to respond what I got out of this course and what it means to me the answer is nevertheless a complex one, but one that enlightens the soul, and gives hope to the student body.  Imagine walking into a classroom you never know what is going to be right in front of you the assignments, the books, and the anxiety you fear. We were all introduced with a warm welcome from the instructors, and slowly there was a sense of acceptance. The assignments were simple, but very inspirational as well.  You had some assignments that through you away of mind blowing and sharing such experience. The experiences are ones that you carry through forever. I never imagined having more self-esteem, self-worth, study skills, and feeling overall a better student and a better sense of self in quite a while. I know that this is possible, and it is possible for you too.”—Samantha Nowlin

INV 180-Innovations in Engineering

“I believe that Innovation in Engineering is a class that every student needs. The reason that I say this is because the class has been amazing in teaching me ways to think outside of the box. INV 180 gives a person the tools to come up with new ways to come up with ideas. This skill is useful in every field of study. Don't take my word for it try it out you will not be disappointed.”—Erica Kilde

COM 102-Interpersonal Communications

“Interpersonal Communications is a class that every student should take because students learn how to see others and how to present yourself in a conversation with peers. You also discover your strengths and weaknesses and how to overcome these barriers.”—Amanda Grasse

ART 140-Intro to Digital Imaging

“Every student should take Introduction to Digital Design because it gives you the basic skills that allow you to use Photoshop and Indesign (both Adobe products). These skills will be very handy in this digital world that we live in.”—Erica Kilde

CIS 100-Intro to Computing

“CIS 100 is an introductory course to computers. You learn how to use word, excel, the internet, email; which are all basic necessities to succeeding in college.”—Amanda Grasse