Outline: How to study for tests and pass?

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Topic: How to study for a test 
Title: How to study for tests and pass
Specific purpose: To inform the audience on effective ways studying of studying for tests.
Introduction
Tests results can be the difference between getting a dream job and being competitive in the job market. Achieving good test results requires adequate preparation and studying of tests.
The use of tests helps to determine the level of understanding attained through test scores.
Tests results help to identify individuals who are hard working and the combination of good test results with leadership skills improves job prospects.
Good studying techniques help to ensure good results hence, these techniques ensure that readers maximize there time through planning.
Information building
According to Pauk & Owens (2010) in How to Study in College, it is vital to build information on what the subject and tests entail before taking tests.
Optimal preparation prior test taking and optimal performance during test are evidence of effective studying for tests
Goal setting is vital in building information whereby the study techniques ought to suit person. This also includes using imaging to let the information stick and pursuance of quality.
Furthermore, one needs to set there goals and follow up this with an action plan.
The relevance of concentration
Concentration can also make the difference in test success rates during test preparation, staying focused helps to ensure that one reads effectively.
According to Sherrat (2012) in Passing Exams for Dummies, minimizing both internal and external distractions helps to ensure that there is ample concentration in tests preparations.
In addition, reducing multitasking helps to eliminate disruptions as the reader reduces the amount of time wasted on juggling various activities.
Retention of information
Information retention cannot be separated from studying, and the use of self referencing has gained more prominence, the SQ4R method is still popular but relies heavily on rote memorization.
Self retention may be more effective than other techniques of test preparations as it is better suited for information retention (Karen et al., 2000).
Other techniques that enhance deeper processing of information are also better for information retention. Readers ought to integrate their feelings, thoughts and experiences to connect new information from past readings.
Organizing information maximiz...