The Final test will be Monday, December 12 from 3:30-5:30 pm.
Prof. Hess will be available for last-minute questions on Monday in ME 3003B.
- 9:30-10:30 am
- 11:30 am - 1 pm
- 1:30-3 pm
All students will take the test in CL50.
Some additional notes regarding the Final Exam:
- The test will cover material from Lecture 30 (Gear Geometry) to Lecture 43 (GD&T) on the course schedule.
- The test format will be similar to Exams 1 and 2 and to the exams posted on the course website: 25% short-answer questions and 75% work-out problems.
- The test is closed-book and closed-note
- Final test equation sheet (will be provided with the exam)
- You may also bring an 8.5" x 11" crib sheet to the exam. The crib sheet must be turned in with the exam.
- The test will follow ME's calculator policy.
Final test from previous semesters
As well as testing your knowledge and understanding of biology, the test papers will also assess your understanding of 'Ideas about Science' (B7).
Questions on 'Ideas about Science' will appear throughout both test papers (Breadth and Depth), and at both Foundation tier and Higher tier.
There are four main aspects to 'Ideas about Science'. These are:
- planning experiments to collect data (including writing hypotheses and predictions, selecting apparatus and describing methods, controlling factors, and working safely)
- processing and analysing data (including calculating averages and other statistics, presenting data graphically, identifying patterns and trends, evaluating results and methods, and interpreting data to draw appropriate conclusions)
- developing scientific explanations (including ideas about correlation and cause, peer review, and the use of models in science)
- the impacts of applications of science (including positive and negative impacts on people, other organisms and the environment, and ideas about risk and ethics)
Your understanding of 'Ideas about Science' will be assessed throughout the test papers, usually as parts of questions that also assess your understanding of biological concepts. There won't be a separate 'Ideas about Science' section in the papers. This is because understanding how scientists work, and how science impacts our lives, is not separate from biology – it's part of it.
When you're revising biology also think about 'Ideas about Science'. How did scientists, or how could you, collect data and evidence about the biological phenomena you're studying? How were the scientific explanations of those phenomena developed? And how do they impact us in the real world? Keeping those things in mind is not only good preparation for your exams, but for life as a well-informed citizen as well.
These questions have been written by Bitesize consultants as suggestions to the types of questions that may appear in an test paper.
How Parents Can Support Students in test Preparation
View(s):As parents, you play a crucial role in supporting your child’s academic journey, especially during test periods. By providing the right guidance, encouragement, and resources, you can help your child face exams with confidence and maximize their chances of success. This article outlines essential ways parents can support their children in test preparation.
Create a Supportive Study Environment:
Establish a quiet and well-lit study area at home where your child can concentrate without distractions. Ensure that the space is organised and equipped with necessary study materials, such as textbooks, notebooks, and stationery. A conducive study environment helps foster focus and concentration.
Understand the test Format and Syllabus:
Familiarise yourself with the test format and syllabus to better support your child’s preparation. Understand the key concepts and subject requirements to provide targeted assistance when needed. This knowledge allows you to align your support with their specific needs.
Develop a Realistic Study Plan:
Collaborate with your child to create a study plan that balances their academic workload with breaks and leisure time. Help them break down the syllabus into manageable chunks and allocate sufficient time for revision. A well-structured study plan promotes discipline, time management, and effective learning.
Encourage Regular Study Sessions:
Motivate your child to maintain a consistent study routine by scheduling regular study sessions. Short, focused study periods are more effective than cramming for long hours. Encourage them to review material regularly, ask questions, and seek clarification on challenging topics.
Provide Necessary Resources:
Ensure that your child has access to the necessary study resources, including textbooks, reference materials, and online resources. Help them gather relevant study materials and explore additional learning tools such as educational websites, apps, or tutoring services if required.
Be an Active Listener:
Create an open and supportive communication channel with your child. Actively listen to their concerns, fears, and doubts related to exams. Offer emotional support, empathy, and reassurance to help alleviate their stress and anxiety. Show genuine interest in their progress and be available to discuss their academic challenges.
Celebrate Achievements and Effort:
Acknowledge and appreciate your child’s efforts and achievements throughout the test preparation process. Celebrate milestones, progress, and improvements, regardless of the final outcome. Recognise their hard work and dedication, reinforcing a positive mindset and boosting their confidence.
Assist with Revision Techniques:
Guide your child in exploring effective revision techniques. Help them create concise notes, mind maps, flashcards, or mnemonic devices to aid memory retention. Encourage them to practice past papers, review demo questions, and engage in active recall exercises. These strategies can enhance understanding and Strengthen test performance.
Foster a Balanced Lifestyle:
Encourage your child to maintain a balanced lifestyle during test periods. Promote healthy habits such as regular exercise, adequate sleep, and nutritious meals. Breaks for physical activity and relaxation are essential for rejuvenation and maintaining optimal focus and productivity.
Manage Exam-Day Stress:
Prepare your child for test day by ensuring they are well-rested, have a nutritious breakfast, and arrive at the test venue on time. Remind them to stay calm and focused during the test and not to dwell on questions they find challenging. Teach stress-management techniques, such as deep breathing or visualisation exercises, to help them stay composed.
Parents play a pivotal role in supporting their child’s test preparation journey. By creating a supportive study environment, understanding the test format, developing a study plan, providing necessary resources, being active listeners, celebrating achievements, assisting with revision techniques, fostering a balanced lifestyle, and managing exam-day stress, parents can empower their children to face exams with confidence and achieve academic success. Remember, your guidance and support can make a significant difference in their educational journey.
-Senal Warnakula (SW)
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Between January and June, NCLEX pass rates increased for both licensed practical and vocational nurse candidates, according to second quarter results of 2023 pass rates across the U.S., released Aug. 3 by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
These results are the first to be published since the NCSBN debuted its new Next Generation NCLEX test format, which launched in April.
In the first quarter of the year between January and March, there were 56,972 U.S.-educated, first-time candidates who took the NCLEX test resulting in an 80.48 percent pass rate.
But between April and June — following the launch of the new test format — there were 60,844 U.S.-educated, first-time candidates of which 94.32 percent passed.
Compared to the same timeframe in 2022, only 82.19 percent had passed.
"Although clinical judgment was being taught in prelicensure programs, NCSBN worked with educators to explain how the NGN was being constructed using the Clinical Judgment Measurement Model at its core," Philip Dickison, PhD, RN, chief operating officer, NCSBN said in an Aug. 3 news release. "Educators were introduced to the types of questions that would be included and the type of test experience a candidate will have. The results from the first quarter show that our collaboration was successful."
Individuals who were first-time test takers with an international education passed in the first quarter of 2023 at a percent rate of 39.86 percent, but in the second quarter 57.69 percent passed.
Among repeat test takers who were U.S.-educated, 40.66 percent passed in the first quarter and 62.15 percent passed in the second quarter.
The National Board of Examinations (NBE) released the FMGE 2023 admit card on the official website, and the test is scheduled to be held on July 30 in computer-based mode.
The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE), also known as the Screening Test for Foreign Medical Graduates, has been introduced through the Screening Test Regulations, 2002.
As per the regulations, "An Indian citizen or overseas citizen of India possessing a primary medical qualification awarded by any medical institution outside India who is desirous of getting provisional or permanent registration with the Medical Council of India or any State Medical Council on or after March 15, 2002 shall have to qualify a screening test conducted by the prescribed authority for that purpose as per the provisions of Section 13 of the Act."
The examination pattern:
The FMGE test consists of a single paper with 300 multiple-choice questions on it. There will only be four English-language answer choices for each question.
Out of the four response alternatives offered for each question, candidates must choose the right answer.
The paper shall be delivered in two parts to be taken in a single day, with each part comprising 150 questions to be attempted in 150 minutes.
The examination shall be a multiple-choice question (MCQ) test delivered using a computer network as per the prescribed scheme.
Negative Marking:
There shall be no negative marking.
Passing Marks:
A candidate shall be declared to have passed only if he or she obtains a minimum of 150 marks out of 300 in the examination. Results (pass or fail) for eligible candidates will be displayed on the NBEMS website. There is no provision for re-totaling or reevaluation.
There are no restrictions on the number of attempts that can be made by a candidate. However, the FMGE being a qualifying examination, once a candidate qualifies for the FMGE, he or she shall not be eligible to take the FMGE again. Any examination taken by a candidate in violation of this clause shall be treated as void and cancelled.
A typical examination question in Mathematics will have several parts to it. Some parts (most usually at the beginning of the question) test your knowledge, by asking you to reproduce "bookwork", i.e. material presented in the lectures. Really, these parts test how well you've revised. Occasionally, especially in certain more advanced courses, there are entire questions that are bookwork. In some courses, some pieces of bookwork come up in the test almost every year. In other courses, hardly any bookwork is set explicitly.
Tip: Figure out which pieces of bookwork come up most frequently, and make sure you can answer those questions easily and quickly.
You would be surprised how many poor attempts at routine bookwork questions we see every year. These are the parts of the questions that we expect students to be able to do.
Other parts of examination questions involve a "problem". In a "Methods" course, this will typically involve you applying a known technique from the course, and again this is something we expect you to be able to do. In a Pure Mathematics course, you might be asked to prove a result, or to apply a result in a particular setting.
Tip: Sometimes (but certainly not always!), the first part of the question is intended as a big hint as to how you should approach the second part.
Many test questions, especially those that are otherwise very routine, have a last part (a "rider") which is more challenging than the rest of the question. This is quite deliberate, and the intention is to test whether you've really understood the material.
Tip: Do try all the riders (they're not always so hard after all!) but don't waste too much time on them in an test if there are other things you can tackle instead.
Students sometimes seem to be annoyed that they have to do something clever to get 100% on a question. Don't forget, in many other subjects it's practically impossible to score 100% on a question!
Tip: Make sure you've answered all the parts of the question. Sometimes you're asked to do seven or eight things, and it's easy to overlook one.
Scoring
ACS calculates the average number of correctly answered questions by Topic area. Based on this average, each student's score in a particular Topic is compared to the overall average and rated as: Below Average, Average, Above Average, or Outstanding Performance.
Only student scores for Part I (multiple-choice) are sent to the Local Section coordinators to be distributed to students.
Results
The 20 top-scoring students are invited to attend a study camp to compete for a spot in the U.S. team. Based on the score of their overall performance, some students are recognized with High Honors and Honors and receive a certificate from the USNCO national office. Approximately the top 50 students are recognized as High Honors and the next 100 as Honors. The list of High Honor and Honor students is published on the USNCO website.
Learn about the test format and how to prepare for exams.
