Focus on the exam:

It should be your
primary influence.
Understand exactly
what the exam
entails.
 Consider the
number of students
you will have in
class.
Consider the age
range of the
students.
Consider the other
responsibilities of
the students.
Consider the reason
why students are
preparing for the
exam.
 Consider students
who have taken the
exam before but
have failed.
 Plan ahead: How
long will students
have to prepare for
the exam?
 Acknowledge the
number of weekly
hours students will
actually have to
dedicate to studying.
 Negotiate with
students the time
they will dedicate to
homework and
independent study.
 Assess the
resources, materials
and support
available.