Transcript Constructing a revision timetable

Constructing a
revision timetable
REVSION
NEEDS TO START
NOW!!!
Things to consider
• This is a critical time in your life!
• Possibly with HUGE implications for your
future!
• You must be prepared to make some sacrifices
to make sure that you do the very best that
you can!
Revision timetable pointers
• Be specific: don’t just write in ‘maths’ – write in
‘maths, algebra’, for example.
• Stick to your timetable.
• Make sure that all areas of each subject are
covered within your timetable.
• Avoid the temptation to focus on what you are
good at or what you most enjoy.
• Make sure you devote extra time to those areas
you find more difficult and, possibly, less
interesting.
Revision timetable pointers
• Plan your revision in 25 minute chunks with
built-in breaks of 10 minutes.
• Every two hours, take a slightly longer break
of, say, 30 minutes.
• During your break, forget about revision –
have a drink and a snack. Talk to your family!
Revision timetable pointers
• If you get in from school at 4pm, give yourself
time to chill out and relax before starting work.
• It is up to you to decide when and what you will
study.
• Study Times at the weekends may be different
• Don’t overdo it - a tired brain can’t learn! Make
sure you get plenty of sleep and have a proper
break for meals.
• Spread your subjects out. Don’t choose to revise
all three sciences one after the other on the same
day. You will lose focus!
When revising
• Revise in a quiet environment.
• Close the door.
• Switch off phones / tablets
Finally
• Don’t panic!
• If you are organised, you will be fine!
• Lots of regular revision, slotted into your
normal routine, is a hundred times better than
manic swotting the day before the exam!