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Read Exam Instructions

November 19, 2009

in Test-taking / Exams

It is a busy time of year for students in Austalia.  Most high school students are preparing for end of year tests and exams.  So I thought I would highlight some study skills strategies to help you do better in those exams.
Read Exam Instructions
When you first sit down to a test the teacher probably tells [...]

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Study what you understand

October 28, 2009

in Revision / Studying

This is such a simple study strategy.  Only study what you understand.  Why?  Because you will only remember what you understand.
 
Try this Simple Study Strategy now. 
Think about something you learnt in class today.  Find something that you understood.  It might not be easy, but you understood it.  Now have a go at taking notes and remembering [...]

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Wordle: Fun Ways to Study Series

October 7, 2009

in Fun ways to Study

Have you heard about Wordle yet?
Wordle is a free program where you upload “word clouds” of text.  Check out the site and you will see some great examples.  It is simple and you don’t need to sign up to anything before you begin.
Test Taking Skills Wordle

Simple Wordle Tips

Insert words into box
If you want a word [...]

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Day 24: Understand the 3 types of study

September 4, 2009

in Revision / Studying

I believe there are 3 ways you should study for exams:  note-taking, remembering and cramming.  Take a look at your daily routine.  There is a place for revision on that sheet.  It is a reminder that it is better to complete some revision every night.
I know you don’t believe me.  The idea that you should [...]

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What are some fun ways to study for a test?

September 3, 2009

in Fun ways to Study

There are a number of ways to make studying fun.  But before I get to them, I want to tell you a way I used to study.  I must have been gullible when I was 16 because I was convinced it would work
Sleep on your notes
I am sure many of you have heard the idea [...]

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Day 23: Create an Exam Planner

September 2, 2009

in Revision / Studying

Today we are going to talk about an Exam Planner.  It is stored under “Tools” (see above)
Print one of these out and put it in your Study Folder.
Every time you here about a test or exam, write the information on the Planner. 
This planner will help you when you start studying and revising.

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