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Advice from a learner: "explain your thought process."

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Advice from a learner: "explain your thought process."

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"Even if you do not know the answer, or you are confused, make sure to explain your thought process. If the graders can see that you had a solid thought process that you communicated clearly, the'll most likely grade you higher, even of the content was not correct. "

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What could have made the experience better for you?

I do not think there is anything that could have made my experience better. Even though I did not enjoy it, I felt supported by SD through the whole process. I think that the assessment prep workshops were really helpful!

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Advice from a learner: "it doesn't have to go perfectly."

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Advice from a learner: "it doesn't have to go perfectly."

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Don't put pressure on yourself and don't be afraid to take your time.  Realize that it IS hard and it doesn't have to go perfectly.

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What was the experience like for you?

- Good!
- Fun!
- An Adventurous little field trip!
- Educational
- Informational
- Accomplished

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Take your time with the assessment and enjoy it.

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Do all the practice tests and go to the practice sessions, those were really helpful!

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Take your time wit the assessment and enjoy it.

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Bring your own water and snacks to keep at your desk so you don't have to get up. A tool to keep you focused (fidget, music, etc) Prepping for the test further in advance is helpful too.

Music with noise cancelling Airpods really helped me stay focused.

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Bring your own water and snacks to keep at your desk so you don't have to get up. A tool to keep you focused (fidget, music, etc) Prepping for the test further in advance is helpful too.

Music with noise cancelling Airpods really helped me stay focused.

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It seems really scary at first, but once you sit down and get comfortable it's not as bad.

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Your final mark dose not effect you or your grade at all. The assessments purpose is to collect data to see how well the education system is working.
Long and short, if you don't understand a question, (or if you don't really care) it's completely fine to get questions wrong.

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I was nervous about it before it happened, and I still don't really know how I feel about it. I was just happy I just got it over with.

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I had a great experience, the assessment was held in such a healthy and supportive environment.

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A good sleep will help keep your anxiety at bay and help your brain do its best.

The day before the assessment, spend a couple hours outdoors with an elevated heart rate and go to bed early.

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Jane and John went to the GNA at the Noname School in Nowhereville.  Theirs went well.  They thought it was hard even though they prepared.  They were a really lovely and accommodating school though.  Super supportive. They still need to do the GLA in April.  I'm hoping they can write it at the Noname School as well.

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It's not as stressful as you might think. Just get it done :)

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Do all the practice tests and go to the practice sessions, those were really helpful!

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I very much enjoyed being in an environment with other Selfdesign students, it felt more familiar than if I was in a classroom with complete strangers. The two officiators who were there were awesome and always willing to help, no matter how many times you called them over lol.

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I was invigilating. It was wonderful to meet learners in person and to connect with other local learners. We had an excellent turn-out and the environment was relaxed and suitable for good concentration while learners could ask questions, use music, and get up for washroom, snacks, and water.

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It was very good. The staff was very kind and the invigilator was considerate to ensure a comfortable environment.

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The overall experience was good. Everything was straightforward and there was no confusion about anything. The assessment was a fun challenge that required me to think creatively.

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From the principal of a school where some of our learners wrote: "I must say, all your learners were very polite and respectful – over all, a great group of kids😉, and we enjoyed having them."

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Learner had no problems with the test and ended up taking choir as a cross enrolment because of her experience

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both went well and thought they were pretty easy.

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You're not alone in this experience. Connect with your peers. Ask your LC for a group direct connection. Ask you LS for a prep session during their office hours. Reach out in your theme to share your thoughts and feelings. Connect.

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Get familiar with the assessment. Spend some time in direct contacts with your LC going over the samples and the preparation tools. Practice using the GNA online calculator.

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A few days before the assessment, in the mid-morning, take a supportive person and visit the assessment location. Introduce yourself at the front desk and ask if you can see the room where you will be writing the assessment. Approach this experience with humour and curiousity.

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The day before the assessment, eat a nourishing dinner. The morning of the assessment, have a hearty, healthy breakfast.

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In the days leading up to the assessment, imagine yourself calmly entering the building, finding your spot, and then engaging with the assessment. Imagine it over and over. Feel the calm deeply each time.

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Try this breathing technique to calm and increase concentration.

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When anxiety starts creeping in, take three deep, grounding breaths. Feel the air fill your lungs, hold it for a beat, then exhale through your mouth slowly.