1. EXAM ADVICE
TASK: Write down 2 key pieces of advice for students completing a Psychology exam paper

2. EXAM ADVICE
Stay calm!
Deep breaths, positive coping self statements help reduce feelings of stress e.g. “I can do this!” “I can get through this” “I’m in control” “Keep calm and carry on” “Worrying won’t help” “What is it that I have to do?”
Read questions carefully – underline/highlight/circle key words
AO1 description only? AO3 evaluation only? Both? Application? Calculations?
Describe how one study has investigated……..
Or Describe what research has shown? – findings conclusions only
Discuss – in an essay question means outline and evaluate …..
Discuss one criticism of Milgram’s research – means argue for and against
Look at number of marks
Develop answer to fit
Have you used all the ‘normal’ space given?
If not, probably haven’t written enough!
Answer ALL questions!!!!

3. EXAM ADVICE Application Question Have you applied thoroughly?
Throughout your answer?
Given examples/quotes from the scenario?
Find the 12 mark question (s) and any other extended writing questions (e.g. 8 marks/10 marks)
Then go back and start the paper from the start
This will allow your brain to start planning it for you!
Develop evaluation fully – identify your point, justify with evidence, elaborate what this means for the theory/research
Use technical terms from Psychology
Check the back page for questions
- Make sure you have read the phrase END OF QUESTIONS!
Timing – mark per minute approximately

4. EQUIPMENT Smartcard Several black ink pens
Pencil and ruler – for drawing graphs and tables
CALCULATOR
(no cover)
Clear pencil case
General tips
You can ask for extra paper
You may want to PLAN answers before you write
Writing down key words FIRST e.g. next to the question, will help FOCUS your mind and avoid muddled first sentences
READ THROUGH – check for silly errors e.g. missing out a word/writing wrong term

5. ABOVE ALL…..
Stay positive, you’ve worked hard, you’ve practised loads of questions, and no matter what happens, you WILL be fine!