coping with test anxiety

Research of an older version
R.M. Topman (1992). Computerondersteuning van de behandeling van examenvrees: acceptatie, oordelen en ervaringen. [Computer assisted treatment of test anxiety: acceptance and experiences.] Gedragstherapie [Behaviour Therapy],25(4), 285-294. Abstract The article describes a computer program that has been developed to provide information, advice and training in taking tests, especially multiple choice tests, and to help cope with negative thoughts on taking a test. A pilot study investigated the experiences of (test)anxious students with computer assisted treatment of test anxiety. Although students rated the programs as easy to use and useful, only a slight increase in competence to take a test was detected. Emotional support was experienced by a small group of students. Limitations of the program became clear. The structure of the program is rigid, while adaptation to the personal needs of the user is limited.

Research of an older version

R.M. Topman (1992). Computerondersteuning van de behandeling van examenvrees: acceptatie, oordelen en ervaringen. [Computer assisted treatment of test anxiety: acceptance and experiences.] Gedragstherapie [Behaviour Therapy],25(4), 285-294.

Abstract

The article describes a computer program that has been developed to provide information, advice and training in taking tests, especially multiple choice tests, and to help cope with negative thoughts on taking a test. A pilot study investigated the experiences of (test)anxious students with computer assisted treatment of test anxiety. Although students rated the programs as easy to use and useful, only a slight increase in competence to take a test was detected. Emotional support was experienced by a small group of students. Limitations of the program became clear. The structure of the program is rigid, while adaptation to the personal needs of the user is limited.