Exam Revision – Which strategies really work?
An in-depth look into the work of Professor John Dunlosky: Up and down the country, students are now busy revising for their forthcoming exams (or parents and teachers hope they are). In my conversations with students, I have found that the majority simply state that ‘I have no idea how to start revising’. A rare few will say that they have
Christmas revision tips
Life with Mocks: our top five Christmas revision tips You are not alone
Helping your child cope with exam stress
Students are under a lot of pressure to succeed in exams and sometimes this can feel a little overwhelming thus resulting in exam stress. Many students thrive under pressure. It can motivate them and help them to perform at their best. Others may feel the opposite and struggle with pressure, feeling as though they are unable to manage. Pressure becomes
Creative revision
Can revision be creative? A large proportion of my time is spent working with GCSE students, helping them to become ‘exam fit’. I see a wide spectrum of students, from those that are already working to detailed timetables to those that have yet to begin. What never ceases to surprise me is how most students think there is only one way