Test Taking Strategy for the OT Exam | OT Miri

[@meghankeiser9468]

This video is sooooo relevant and accurate! I’m finding a lot of my missed questions for AOTA exam prep are due to myself missing key words that would alert me to the best answer. I need to tell myself not to freak out when I get A few questions wrong, slow down, read carefully and always put safety and ethics first, followed by if the answer is actually relevant to what is NEEDED as well as if it’s occupation based. I find a lot of times even if I didnt Exactly study the topic enough, using those strategies helps me pick an answer!! Now just time to employ them more frequently! Hoping the more questions I do, the better I get At it :) Thanks so much for being such an inspiration!!

[@MiriLee]

Yes, Meghan!! You are right that one can often derive to the correct answer using clinical reasoning and effective test taking strategies. I'm really happy to hear you're practicing these strategies. With practice, it will become second nature to you and you'll find yourself staying calm and confident during the exam. You'll do great, Meghan!!

[@rebekahtorres4809]

Hi Miri! I wanted to come back and say I passed my NBCOT! I am a COTA! Thanks for all your hard work you do on these videos and your motivation! You’re the best!

[@MiriLee]

Congratulations Rebekah! This is such wonderful news and I'm so happy you came back to share this exciting news with me so I may celebrate with you in person. I wish you nothing but the best as you embark on this new chapter of your OT journey. May you find fulfillment, happiness and growth in every area of your life. If you haven't already, please be sure to check out the Career Guide on my OT Miri Website. It's full of tips, strategies, and sample resume, cover letter, thank you letter, FAQs for interviews and so much more to help you get started! www.otmiri.com/career-guide/. I hope you'll continue to stay in touch and feel supported here in our community. Congratulations again, Rebekah Anderson!

[@pokujostie]

You are truly a gift Miri. Thank you for your encouragement and support for all of us that you don't even know!

[@MiriLee]

Thank you for all your comments and sweet encouragements, Jocelyn. I woke up to your messages this morning and I already know this is going to be an amazing week because it started on high spirits thanks to you :)

[@MargoJayne]

Love that mindset....going in knowing you aren’t aiming for a 100%!

[@MiriLee]

Thank you Margo! You can't know everything, but you certainly can problem solve most of everything with critical thinking and reasoning : )

[@mikeafflerbach8792]

I gotta tell you that your videos and your personality are like a breath of fresh air. Thank you for being you and for all the encouragement you give. Have a great day!

[@MiriLee]

awww, Mike. You've made me smile all morning and brightened my day. Thank you for all your lovely messages. I hope you have a great day as well!

[@terryrussell4637]

I love this video! You are a natural. You should really consider going into teaching. I think you'd be great at it.

[@MiriLee]

Thank you, Terry. I appreciate your support and love!!

[@ambrooks5]

100% agree. She’s awesome!

[@jrod7017]

I needed to hear this again ❤️.

[@ambergrello1741]

I am so thankful for you Miri! I am taking my exam in a few days! I remember watching your videos when I was recovering from my surgery and was too sick to read my therapy ed book. You really helped me conceptualize different topics. I am so glad to know there are people like you who have a passion to help people. Thank you for being the wonderful person you are! :)

[@MiriLee]

Oh, Amber, what a sweet note! Thank you for reaching out to me and letting me know how you're doing. I too am grateful for kind and thoughtful people like you who take the time to share their heart and appreciation. I will be thinking of you these next few days as you continue to prepare your mind and heart for this exam. Go in there confident and know that there is nothing on this exam you can't master. Lifting you up in prayer, Amber!

[@werbr0ken]

You're amazing. Thank you so much for your videos! I hit a wall with studying and it has helped so much hearing all of your tips for remembering as confidence boosters !

[@MiriLee]

Thank you, Ang! I've had many study sessions where I felt like I just couldn't read another word or look at another table. It often felt like a never-ending, grueling process. So I'm very happy to hear that you're finding both a break and confidence boost with these videos!

[@werbr0ken]

Yes that's exactly how I was starting to feel. Just like I can't talk to myself any longer. So helpful to just listen and I love your methods for remembering. It has been helpful!

[@erubin29]

I’m so grateful for these videos! This one helps me be able to relax and think each question through thank you so so much!

[@MiriLee]

yay! I'm really happy to hear that! Thank you for connecting with me and sharing your feedback!

[@melissagreene2208]

So helpful as always! :)

[@lwhite474]

Thanks this is helpful and I’m taking my exam tomorrow

[@lyubovyakutilova2804]

Hi MIRI. I wanted to say thank you for all your videos. I recently found out I passed the NBCOT on my first try and owe a lot of it to you. I have always had a hard time just sitting down and reading stuff. I have found ALL your videos very very helpful during studying and can honesty say I used It as my main source. Thank you so so much for being so amazing and helping everyone in the OT community.

[@MiriLee]

I Lyubov, I am late to respond to this message. For some reason, KZbin withheld this message for review and I didn't see it until now. But that's beside the point- the great news is that you PASSED THE NBOT EXAM! Congratulations! I am elated to hear this news and am grateful to know that our shared journey contributed to your success. Ultimately, YOU did it and it was your resourcefulness, discipline and diligence that led you to where you are today, but it's very sweet and gracious of you to express your appreciation. I hope you continue to thrive in all your future endeavors. Please stay in touch and come back every now and then to update me on how you're doing. Congratulations again!!

[@Wellkept87]

Awesome video! Thank you💕

[@libra0arbil]

You videos and great and you are a natural

[@MiriLee]

Thank you, Markeisha! Glad you're enjoying my resources!

[@lisabooth-bonaparte1018]

This video is so helpful!! OT Miri is the best

[@MiriLee]

aww thank you Lisa! I'm happy you're here to share this journey with me!

[@KeshevaPollard]

Heyy Miri, you are awesome. Your tips and techniques have been a major help for our class. thank you!

[@MiriLee]

I'm so happy to hear that Kesheva. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment and connect with me. And please send your class my heartfelt love and thanks for all the love and support!

[@paog6272]

Finally on my way to nbcot next week I will be taking my test. Thank you so much I really hope to become a COTA god first thank uuuuu Miri

[@MiriLee]

You're welcome, Paola! Thank you for sharing your journey with me here. I will be thinking of you and rooting you!! If you haven't already, check out this blog on Time Management Strategies for exam day: www.otmiri.com/nbcot-exam-day-time-management-strategies-and-tips/

[@mgd.7819]

Hi Miri, I just wanted to say my test is in 2 weeks...Praying I pass for my 2nd attempt. Thank you for all your videos.

[@MiriLee]

I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May God's peace guide you and give you strength and courage.

[@mgd.7819]

OT Miri thank you and I will put another comment about the results.

[@courtneyames8358]

Thank you so much for your information - you have solid suggestions and seem so natural with your explanations! I'd be curious to know what you're up to these days

[@MiriLee]

Hi Courtney! I'm glad you're enjoying these videos. Thank you for taking a moment to leave your comment and feedback. My practice area and passion is in mental health and my actual work involves researching/creating emerging technological tools and platforms to enhance occupational engagement. But, if you ask me again in 6 months, I may give you a completely different answer! : )

[@courtneygermain1315]

would you be willing to do a video on psychosocial interventions and assessments? or different approaches that are useful?

[@MiriLee]

Hi Courtney, I hope you're doing well. I currently have a working list of videos I'd like to create and it includes your requests. I hope to get to them all eventually!

[@raulduke3237]

Hi Miss, I am waiting to take my boards and in the meantime, studying. Thank you very for your videos.

[@MiriLee]

You're welcome! Thank you for studying with me!

[@trimbeqiri9421]

I am taking my test in 2 hours and I just wanted to say that your video's helped me a lot. Thank you for taking your time to help us refresh the material.

[@MiriLee]

Hi Trim, I'm very happy to hear these videos were helpful to you during your NBCOT preparation. You're probably feeling a range of intense emotions this morning... But as you get ready and step into the testing center, strike a power pose with your chest and head held high. Approach every question as if you were already an entry level practitioner. Even when you encounter a difficult or unfamiliar question during the exam, I hope you'll stay calm and confident throughout the test, knowing you already have within you everything you need to pass the exam. I'll be thinking of you. Good luck!

[@trimbeqiri9421]

Thank you for the kind words.Even though I left before I could read your reply, I carried the advice you have at the end of this video.

[@MiriLee]

I'm glad... Congratulations on getting to this point and completing the exam. People often wait until the results to celebrate, but we must remember the hard work, discipline and dedication it took to even get to this point. So I hope you'll take time to relax and enjoy things you haven't been able to do while preparing for the board. Have a great evening!

[@Doveseyes28]

Thank u for your videos! Do u have any videos on the frames of reference?

[@MiriLee]

You're welcome! I don't have any videos on the frames of reference yet, but it's high on my list. Stay tuned!

[@claytonrose3510]

thanks again

[@MiriLee]

You're welcome, Clayton!

[@MichelleKMedeiros]

Miri, when you can please do a video on the frames of references. - much love michelle

[@MiriLee]

Hi Michelle! I have a list of video requests, including the frames of reference, that I hope to do in the near future. Stay tuned!