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Nerves and Technical Writing!!
#1
Hey guys, I am taking my first DSST Technical Writing in the morning and my nerves have the best of me. I have been studying and have taken note of the feedback on the forum, anyone have any last minute feedback on things I should go over or any strategies? Also I want to confirm that it is better to answer a question rather than leave it blank correct?
Any feedback is appreciated...

I need these 3 credits like crazy!!
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#2
Yes, answer the questions! No penalties for a wrong answer, so give it a shot!

If you're nervous, google "technical writing" and read everything you can find for the next two hours. Big Grin Make a list of jargon on an index card and review it in the morning before you leave for your test.

Get a good night's sleep and eat a healthy breakfast--y'know, eggs and toast, not fruit loops. Smile

You'll be fine! We're rooting for you!
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#3
mphelps75 Wrote:Hey guys, I am taking my first DSST Technical Writing in the morning and my nerves have the best of me. I have been studying and have taken note of the feedback on the forum, anyone have any last minute feedback on things I should go over or any strategies? Also I want to confirm that it is better to answer a question rather than leave it blank correct?
Any feedback is appreciated...

I need these 3 credits like crazy!!

Out of the 32 exams I've taken to so far, this was by far the easiest one. Don't sweat it!

OWL at Purdue University: Writing a Report: General Guidelines for Technical Writing

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"You are your own worst enemy. You waste precious time dreaming of the future instead of engaging in the present. Since nothing seems urgent to you, you are only half involved in what you do. The only way to change is through action and outside pressure. Put yourself in situations where you have too much at stake to waste time or resources - if you cannot afford to lose, you won’t. Cut your ties to the past; enter unknown territory where you must depend on your wits and energy to see you through. Place yourself on “death ground,” where your back is against the wall and you have to fight like hell to get out alive." -The 33 Strategies of War[/SIZE][/SIZE]
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#4
I was also extremly nervous about this exam. As long as you know proper grammer and the major parts of reports and proposals you will be fine.

YES answer every question there are no points off for a wrong answer only correct answers are counted. You have a good chance of getting at least half the ones you guess on right if you just use good judgement.

Good Luck
Linda

Start by doing what is necessary: then do the possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible  St Francis of Assisi

Now a retired substitute Teacher in NY, & SC

AA Liberal Studies TESC '08
BA in Natural Science/Mathematics TESC Sept '10
AAS Environmental safety and Security Technology TESC  Dec '12
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#5
Test time 1 pm! Wish me luck! I am googling things now just to be extra sure! Thanks for the guidance and words of encouragement.
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#6
I would say good luck on your exam today mphelps but you won't need it!!! Just be sure to let us know how much butt you kicked when you get back!!! PRONTO!

-Marshall

P.S: I guess I'll stick with the formality....GOOD LUCKBig Grin
Thomas Edison State University (TESU)
Enrolled in BA in Liberal Studies - 105/120 Completed


Associate in Science, Excelsior College
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#7
Barely-but A Pass Is A Pass! It Started Raining On The Way To The Testing Center...the Lady Told Me The Wrong Method Of Payment...i Had To Run To The Atm..i Was Totally Out Of Breath...sweating When I Started The Exam.....forgot All The Last Minute Cramming...but Passed With A 56! Whoo!! It Just Feels Good To Pass. Now On To Intro To Computing....gotta Take This One By Friday, I'm On A Mission With No Permission! Thanks To You All For Your Words Of Encouragement!
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#8
CONGRATULATIONS!!! We knew you could do it! Yay!
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#9
Congratulations Mphelps! I told you that you didn't need good luck!

Quote:
I'm On A Mission With No Permission!

I'm sorry but I'm going to have to borrow that line!!!

Congrats again on your pass.

Now go kick some DSST Intro to Computing butt!Big Grin

From a loyal degree seeker,

Marshall
Thomas Edison State University (TESU)
Enrolled in BA in Liberal Studies - 105/120 Completed


Associate in Science, Excelsior College
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