Now or later?

not taking the time to acknowledge what parts of the material they need to focus on because they already have the answers readily at hand.

Closed book exams allow students to recognize what sections of the material they understand and what sections they need to spend more time on.

When they are made to rely on their memory and study habits, it encourages them to push harder. This helps students learn from their mistakes and hone in on areas of difficulty.

Professors can also benefit from closed book exams.

They can gauge where students stand academically and pinpoint what areas they’re struggling the most in.

In turn, the class benefits from this because the professor will know how to help those who are having a hard time.

Whether classes are in-person or online, the goal of learning should be the same. Closed book exams not only help push students to understand the material but to retain it as well.

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