Revision works best in short, intense sessions. This doesn’t mean cramming as much as you can in a short session and then stopping, though! Instead, check your timetable and pick a topic that you can revise non-stop for around 20 to 30 minutes. If possible, stick to the same topic for that entire time. Why?…
Making a revision timetable is the best way to start organising yourself. Without one, you’ll probably end up going over the subjects you find easiest or like the most. It’s really important to focus on some of your weaker subjects, prioritising those in your timetable. A timetable will give you the chance to tick things…
Believe in yourself and be positive! Start each day with a positive visualisation exercise: sit at your desk or table and close your eyes. Then, after a few deep breaths to relax, imagine the day you get your results back, you’ve got all the results that you were aspiring to achieve! With that positive thought…
When you have exams on the horizon, it’s important to get started with your revision as soon as possible. Sometimes, the hardest part is starting, but the sooner you get going, the less stressful it will be in the long run! If you’re struggling to get going, get your revision books and resources out and…
Having chatted to several teachers over the past few weeks, one theme that is coming across time and time again is their concern for how far behind many pupils are. Even worse is the talk of the ‘missed generation’, the multiple year groups who have been affected by school closures, remote learning and lack of…
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Dale Pickles from B Squared is joined by Dr Susie Nyman to discuss multi-sensory teaching strategies that you can use across different subjects and areas. You can listen to the podcast here. Susie is the Curriculum Manager at The Sixth Form College, Farnborough. She is passionate about discovering how children learn and supporting them in…
In a previous blog post, we discussed the pros and cons of exam cancellations in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, and the recurring closure of schools throughout the past year. After much thought, it was my personal opinion that exams should not be cancelled, as it was ultimately in the worst interest for students…