REVISION TIPS & TECHNIQUES Revision is, unfortunately, a necessary process. Careers are important, therefore grades are important, so exams are important, therefore revision is important; but we know it’s not always easy to get motivated when there’s so much to do. Revising develops your learning further and is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your grades. Follow these revision tips to guide you on how to get your revision done.
TIPS FIND A QUIET PLACE TO REVISE You don’t want to have any distractions or be interrupted. This can also mean silencing your phone or getting some apps that temporarily block social media. MAKE SURE YOU KNOW WHICH TOPICS YOU NEED TO REVISE FOR EACH SUBJECT Use your exam board specifications as a revision list. Review how much you already know, and work out what you don’t. CREATE A REVISION TIMETABLE This is a great way to organise
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your study time, ensure you cover everything, and help boost your motivation. Seeing your mass of studying split into little chunks often makes it look much more achievable. REPETITION Re-writing and repeating your notes will help you to remember the information, especially if you are a read/write learner. TAKE REGULAR STUDY BREAKS Take short breaks to increase performance and reduce stress. Research has shown that students
who take regular breaks retain more information. Some people recommend a 25/5 minute work/ break system, but others find a 45/15 works best for them. See our essential self care article for more tips on maintaining a healthy mind and a healthy body so that you can perform at your best! THINK POSITIVE Revising is hard and the temptation of procrastination is strong, so give yourself some credit! Remember to celebrate little victories as you move through your revision timetable, and try not to psych yourself out with negative self talk.
