Revision evening Science GCSE A*/A

Exam dates for Triple Science -Biology  B1 5 th June  B2 12 th May  B3 12 th May

Exam dates for Triple Science-Chemistry  C1 9 th June  C2 14 th May  C3 14 th May

Exam dates for Triple Science - Physics  P1 12 th June  P2 20 th May  P3 20 th May

 Recall, select and communicate precise knowledge and detailed, comprehensive understanding.  Link relationship between science and society  Evaluate scientific advances, and compare the ethical implications to benefits and risks  Distinguish between hypotheses, evidence, phenomena, theories and explanations  Use a wide range of appropriate methods, sources of information and data consistently  Anaylse, interpret and critically evaluate a broad range of quantitative and qualitative data and information.  Develop arguments and explanations, taking account of the limitations of the available evidence.  Make reasoned judgements consistently and draw detailed, evidence-based conclusions. ‘A’ grade students should be able to:

Exam technique 1. Be prepared (don’t cram, your brain soon forgets) 2. Practice exam papers 3. Read questions carefully, highlight the command words & know what the question means 4. Look at the available marks and make sure you make a point for each mark 5. Construct long 6 mark answers 6. Practice problem solving questions 7. Read through the mark schemes, highlight answers you did not know for next time.

Other tips:  Read examiners reports & identify misconceptions  RAG rate (Red = stop, stuck. Amber = think I am OK. Green = Got it, move on!) the specification & focus on the tricky areas  Be strict with yourself and stick to your revision  The reward will be your results  Once gaps identified seek help  Make revision fun and try a variety of techniques  Don’t forget to use all available resources: Science booklets, revision guides, learning zone, AQA website, kerboodle & other good websites (s- cool, bbc bitesize etc)

Exam preparation – invest time  Achieve 90%+ for A* grade and 80%+ for A grade  Revise hard, practice papers, know the spec including the higher level bold aspects  Plan revision programmes & start revising early  Complete tracking sheet in your revision booklet to self assess what is banked and what is left to do

Revision timetable

Activity  Examine the section of the specification and RAG rate each of the sub-sections. G G A R Use the specification to formulate ideas on answering the 6 mark exam questions.