Taking my ISSAP next week and looking for last-minute tips from people who've been through it. I feel like I've covered the content, but exam-day strategy is something the study guides don't really address.
A few specific things I'm wondering about: how strict is the time management, and should I flag and skip difficult study guide questions rather than spending too long on them? Any patterns in how the questions are ordered?
I've been running through the free issap identity federation questions and answers timed to simulate real conditions, and my pacing feels okay. I also did a final review of issap test for the sections I was least confident about. But I know practice conditions are never exactly like the real thing.
Day-before strategy: do you review notes, do a light practice session, or rest completely? I've heard conflicting advice on this.
Late to this thread but wanted to add — the practice test section trips up more people than any other part. If you're scoring below 71% there in practice, treat it as your only focus for at least a week before moving on. Breadth at the expense of depth in that area is a common mistake.
Good thread. One thing I'd add: don't try to cram the night before. I did 2 hours the night before my ISSAP and I think it hurt more than helped. Your brain needs consolidation time. Light review or full rest is better.
Bookmarking this. I'm still in the early stages of ISSAP prep and threads like this are way more useful than generic study guides. The specifics about exam prep are particularly helpful — that's the section I've been avoiding.
The part about reviewing wrong answers thoroughly is so underrated. Most people just move on after getting something wrong. Going back to understand the concept is what actually builds retention for the ISSAP.
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