One of the problems with studying on your own is getting feedback. You can respond to a question but unless you have access to the answers, how do you know if you're on the right track? This uncertainty can be demotivating and deter you from working. A way around this is to use your class … Continue reading Study skills: Write your own questions
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Study skills: Past papers for revision
Using past papers for revision is not only an effective way to cover subject knowledge but it also helps you to become familiar with the way the exam is structured and the types of questions presented. Here is a three-step process to maximise this method: Print off a past exam paper and work your way … Continue reading Study skills: Past papers for revision
Study skills: Know your assessment method
Whatever course you are doing, it is imperative that you have a complete understanding of the method of assessment: is it assessed by a final exam, or by coursework, or a combination of the two? If it's a combination, what percentage is allocated to each part? Armed with this knowledge, you will be able to … Continue reading Study skills: Know your assessment method
Study Skills: File papers
It's very easy when you're studying to end up with piles of handouts, stuffed into the back of books or crumpled in the bottom of your bag, and finding what you want when you want it can be frustrating and time-consuming. When you are given a handout in class, immediately date it, and either punch … Continue reading Study Skills: File papers
Study Skills: Keep an index
When I'm tutoring, I frequently have conversations along these lines: "Is there anything particular you would like help with today?" "I need to revise for a test." "What do you need to work on?" "Everything we've done this term." "What have you covered this term?" "I can't remember." To avoid this situation, my advice is … Continue reading Study Skills: Keep an index
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