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How to learn at GCSE

This section of the website contains study tips that will help students learn effectively at GCSE. 

For detailed advice on what is covered at GCSE in each subject and on how to revise in that area, please follow this link for Curriculum by Subject:

 

 

How to learn effectively

This comprehensive video highlights effective learning habits and helps students to revise for tests and exams productively. 

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Revision techniques 

As well as the information above, We asked some of our Sixth Form students about the revision techniques that work for them. Here is what they said...

 

Section 1

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  • Revision plans & timetables
  • Managing your time
  • Building in regular breaks
  • The importance of testing

 


Section 2

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  • Revising essay-based subjects
  • Planning your week
  • Read and watch around a subject
  • Keeping focused

 


Section 3

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  • Self-confidence
  • Motivation
  • Mindset
  • Blank page retrieval

 


Section 4

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  • Quizlet
  • Settling the right environment
  • Blocking out distractions
  • Using past papers

 


Section 5

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  • Active recall
  • Spaced practice
  • Flashcards
  • Mind Maps

 


Section 6

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  • Starting early
  • Getting the balance right
  • Using question banks
  • Useful resources 

 

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