13. Easing Testing Anxiety

Fair Warning: Amanda talks about being sick in the ocean. Feel free to jump to 7:15 if that is something you might be sensitive to!Otherwise, we’re here to talk about test anxiety. Every instructor has some story of students being stressed out over their assessment. Test anxiety is so prevalent that there is a plethora of tips on the internet. Ben has strong feelings about the advice “Be prepared,” but is able to let it go so he and Amanda discuss different methods that they use to reduce test anxiety. With tips on how to support students’ executive functioning or how deal with anxiety on the day of the test there is sure to be something you can take into your own classrooms. Let’s get into it!