So I finally passed my EOC last month after two failed attempts and I honestly can't believe it took me this long to figure out the right approach. First time I went in pretty cold, figured I'd done okay in class so it couldn't be that hard. Scored a 62. Second attempt I just reread my notes for a week — 68. Still not enough.
What finally clicked was actually doing structured EOC practice test questions every single day for three weeks straight. Not just reading, but timed practice where I had to commit to an answer. I also found a solid study guide that broke down the tested standards by domain, which helped me stop wasting time on stuff that barely shows up. Ended up with a 79 on my third attempt.
For anyone else grinding through this — what exam tips have actually worked for you? Specifically struggling with the constructed response section and wondering if others found that harder than the multiple choice. Would love to know what resources people used and how long they studied before feeling ready.