Search for tag: "exams"

The full process of setting up and delivering a Campus Based Online Exam. Use the chapters menu in the top left of the player to skip to different sections: Step 1: Inform the Exams team that an…

A guide to sitting exams at the University of Sheffield.

If you have any exams coming up in the next few weeks, we’ve gathered our best advice to help you prepare.

Short Answer and Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) exams are often used to test knowledge and understanding in topics requiring a substantial knowledge base. Getting the most out of yourself in a short…

A video workshop on the subject of dealing with online timed assessments, focussing on essay-style questions

An explanation and exploration of what it means to use the use of Unfair Means in your studies.

Study Skills Hack created by 301 Academic Skills Centre. Plan out how you will use your time during an exam Have a look over the revised material - avoid cramming as you’re unlikely to take…

Study Skills Hack created by 301 Academic Skills Centre. Draw up a revision timetable working backwards from exams and adapt and review this regularly Consider priorities - don’t just focus on…

Study Skills Hack created by 301 Academic Skills Centre. Formats could include - true/false, odd one out, most accurate answer, grid format, extension questions. Read the instructions carefully. For…

Study Skills Hack created by 301 Academic Skills Centre. At the start of the exam spend time reading the paper before you pick up a pen. Work out which questions you will do and the order you will do…

Exams can be a stressful time. Here's some advice from students who've been through it.

A guide to sitting exams at the University.