ATI TESTING AND REMEDIATION

ATI: Testing and Remediation Introduction ATI Helix of Success --skipped— Preparing for Faculty-developed Tests Faculty-developed Tests  Specific course content  Assesses student acquisition of content related knowledge Influences on Success  Complete assigned readings and learning activities  Actively participate in lectures  Use good study habits  Integrate study aids Completing Assigned Readings  Skim  Actively read  Ask yourself questions  Stop to think  Review material to enhance retention Learning Strategies  Learning style  Manage your time  Avoid procrastination  Break content into smaller units Participate in Lectures  Attend class  Sit near front  Focus on content  Avoid distractions (sitting near friends, checking e-mail)  Bring list of questions from reading assignment  Listen for concepts with extra emphasis Take Good Notes  Keep notes for each class separate  Include faculty’s name This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on :31:37 GMT -05:00 ATI TESTING AND REMEDIATION  Date and title notes  Develop format for taking notes o Outline or visual map o Faculty provided PowerPoint o Cornell method o Don't write down everything o Develop an abbreviation system  Listen to faculty while taking notes. Study Habits  Facilitate time efficient learning  Previous habits may not be appropriate.  Study time for nursing is time-consuming.  Variety of strategies used in nursing o Theory o Laboratory o Clinical o Presentations o Group work o Service activities  Early failures often due to study habits Where and When to Study  Where o Quiet place without interruptions o Good lighting and temperature o Space and materials  When o During alert time o Avoid scheduling activities and obligations during alert time o Schedule adequate time for sleep Study Aids Preparing for a Test  Use study strategies.  Determine type of exam and items.  Spread studying out.  Review highlighted content.  Get a good night’s sleep prior to the exam. This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on :31:37 GMT -05:00 Preparing on Test Day  Get up early enough to avoid hurrying.  Eat a nourishing breakfast or snack (avoid sugar and caffeine).  Take a walk or listen to music.  Get to your exam early and log in (bring extra pencils). Taking the Test  Focus on one item at a time.  Use test taking strategies.  Focus on what you know.  Monitor your time.  Use stress management skills for test anxiety. Test Anxiety  Best defense = preparation and rest  At the first sign of anxiety: o Take deep breaths. o Consciously relax muscles and muscle groups. o Stretch or change body positions. o Use positive self-talk. o Focus on one item at a time. o Don’t worry if other students finish before you. Preparing for Standardized Tests Standardized Tests  Assess discrete body of knowledge  Based on specified criteria o NCLEX test plan  Each student’s grade is compared to other students who take the same test  Prepares student for licensing exam. o NCLEX Format and Focus of Test  Format o Multiple choice o Alternate format items o Technical equipment (headphones) o Timed o Watch or calculator This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on :31:37 GMT -05:00  Focus o Content, course specific or comprehensive o Practice exam or proctored test Resources Available  Study guide  Content outline  Practice test  Remediation Scoring  Penalty for guessing  Penalty for leaving items blank  Weight of items  Subcategories Taking a Standardized Test  Read directions prior to beginning.  Answer sample questions.  Locate clock and calculator.  Determine average time available for each item. o 60 min/60 items = 60 seconds/item  Pace yourself.  Focus on one item at a time.  Don't stress. Reviewing Score  Review and print out score report  Determine score and its meaning o ATI Content Mastery Levels  Level 3 - exceeds most expectations  Level 2 - exceeds minimum expectations  Level 1 - meets minimum expectations o ATI Comprehensive Predictor  Identify strengths/weaknesses Remediation  Determine if remediation activities are provided for each incorrect item.  Schedule time to complete remediation activities.  Use all resources available. o Textbooks o Company provided materials (review modules) This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on :31:37 GMT -05:00 o Links to online materials o Faculty for content review o School counselor for severe test anxiety Critically Reading Test Items This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on :31:37 GMT -05:00 Powered by TCPDF ()