1. Revision
Some Key Points

2. Organisation Make a revision plan. Build in rest times.
Have a break every 20 minutes or so.
When you finish a session of revision, pack up and note what you’ve completed, what you’ll do next and when that will be.

3. Memory Break down information into chunks.
Plan to re-revise at intervals, to build long term memory.
mind maps
teach someone else.
Use variety timelines
post its
memorise to music
Carry around mind maps, card notes – memorise anywhere, any time.

4. Environment Do you have a place to study? Does it suit you?
Do you prefer: Revising in silence or
with music? Sitting still or moving
about? Studying in a variety of places?
Form a study group.

5. Look after the physical (and the reptilian brain)
Drink plenty of water – especially the day before an exam.
Eat well.
Exercise and get enough sleep.