Read - When beginning a new chapter of a book or any document, look over the title, headings, charts, maps, and illustrations. This provides an overview of what is covered. Once you finish a section, review what you have read before moving to the next section. The more often a new skill is practiced, the more proficient you become in that skill. Associate what you already know to the new material in order to create mental cues.
Information stays in the long-term memory better when mental associations are incorporated.
This is an important factor in test performance. Students who suffer from test anxiety often do not score as well as their more relaxed classmates. Practice breathing exercises at home by taking deep breaths and letting the air out slowly. Imagine yourself in the testing session feeling calm and confident. Arrive to the test early enough to settle in and avoid feeling rushed.