Writing Assignment: Test Taking Strategies Purpose Teachers measure student achievement in content areas by testing their knowledge of concepts. These test results are often used to determine student placement and make future career decisions. Students with learning disabilities often have poor study skills and struggle with test taking. They may require alternative assessments and testing modifications. Educators can help their students to become more effective test takers by teaching test-taking skills.
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Directions For the Unit 3 Writing Assignment, you will create a Test-Taking Strategy Instructional Plan to be used with learning disabled students. Review several test-taking strategies appropriate for learning disabled students and select one to apply to a specific subject area and grade level. In your paper, address the following: Explain why students with learning disabilities have difficulty with test taking. Discuss how the chosen strategy can help a student with a learning disability better prepare for tests. Describe the process for teaching this strategy. Explain how you will measure the successful implementation of this strategy Be sure to reference your textbook and other readings. Use APA Style guidelines for formatting, citations, and references. Your paper should be 5–7 pages, excluding cover page and reference page. On the reference page, include your textbook plus additional references.
