The best way to overcome the fear is to change the bad habits, says Anita George of the Mississippi State University Learning Center. Ninety percent of exam anxiety and stress result from lack of preparation. Good study habits require taking personal responsibility. If you have difficulty following material, tape record a lecture or ask for a written lecture to supplement your notes. Do a time check.
Effective study requires time.
At least two hours of study per course credit hour is recommended each week. To prepare for tests, ask questions. Ask professors to highlight pertinent test material in notes or textbooks. Review old tests or talk with former students to discover the professor's style of testing. For questions or information about this page, contact Kay Fike Jones .