Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy
Steps for Success Evening 2019 SMu Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Mrs S Muir, Headteacher SMu Welcome Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

How to prepare for english
Mr K Horan, Head of English SMu How to prepare for english Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

English Literature English Language Paper 1 Fiction reading 25% Narrative/descriptive writing 25% Paper 2 Non-fiction reading 25% Persuasive writing 25% Paper 1 Romeo & Juliet 20% A Christmas Carol 20% Paper 2 An Inspector Calls 20% Poetry Anthology 20% Unseen poetry 20% Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Revision is not just learning. Revision is making sure we don’t forget. Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Revision and English To help revision, we can think about which parts of the exam demand that students demonstrate knowledge & show skills. English Literature knowledge & skill based English Language skill based Do students know plot, characters, themes, and key quotes? Can students choose quotes and analyse language and structure? Reading: Can students understand a text? Can students analyse language? Writing: Can students write accurately, with imagination, and purpose? Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Revision tips to make sure we don’t forget knowledge Create note cards for all set texts & poetry anthology Plot, character, theme, key quotes. Mind map, colours, images. Stick quotes or key points on post-it notes to leave in prominent places that you’ll see every day. Move notes around. Regular & repetitive tests Write down ideas/quotes then compare to note card. Make audio recordings, listen and compare to note card. Compare notes to other revision sites . What different information is included? Use Independent learning booklet. Work with study buddy. Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Revision tips to make sure we don’t forget knowledge Visual & Audio Watch GCSE pod. Before watching the same pod a week later, predict 5-10 key points will hear. Download poetry anthology onto phone. Listen to 1-2 a day. Before listening, say out loud the 6 key quotes which you will hear. Practise exam questions Plan your response to every example question. Complete in timed conditions. Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Tips to make sure we develop our skills Writing: Plan a response to all the example exam questions, especially persuasive & transactional writing. Write under timed conditions. Reading: Practise past papers in timed conditions. Apply exam question to newspaper articles, stories, web pages etc. Read newspaper & magazine articles. Note 5 key points about writer’s view or use of language. Think of a related writing task. Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

English revision resources in your bag
English Literature English Language An Inspector Calls Independent Learning Booklet Romeo & Juliet A Christmas Carol Reduced version with notes Unseen Poetry Revision guide Paper 1 & 2 Independent Learning Booklet Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

English – Final Message
English Language Prelim Results What do I need for a higher grade? 67% of students were within 5 marks of a higher grade. 27% of students were within 2 marks of a higher grade. There are 5 questions on each paper. So only ONE more mark for each question. Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

How to prepare for maths
Mr M Koza, Head of Maths SMu How to prepare for maths Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

GCSE Maths Exam Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

GCSE Maths Exam dates Paper 1 Non-calculator Paper 2 Calculator Paper 3 Calculator Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

What we will do In depth analysis of preliminary exam papers Provide personalised revision checklists Provide personalised revision resources Daily skills checks Regular exposure to problem solving exam questions Period 6 sessions Period 0 sessions Saturday Maths sessions Homework support after school Tuesday-Friday Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

What your son/daughter needs to do
Attend all sessions that they are invited to Speak to their teacher for revision guidance Use the personalised revision checklist Use Hegarty Maths, GCSE Pod, revision booklets etc. Revise the topics they are struggling with in the skills checks Bring calculator to school everyday to practise using it Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

How can you help? Ensure there is a quiet space for revision Encourage them to watch the videos on Hegarty Maths Remind them to bring their Calculator to school daily Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Calculators Paper 2 Calculator Paper 3 Calculator Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Revision guides Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Step 1: Video teaches you everything you need to know about that topic & goes through all the examples that will be in the quiz. Step 2: Quiz that will allow you to practise all the examples in the video for yourself and know whether you understood what was in the video. Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Question Level Analysis
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Personalised revision checklist
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Preparation for Papers 2 & 3
Lessons 3rd-5th June will cover key topics for Paper 2 Saturday 8th June all pupils invited to attend a Paper 3 preparation session 9-11am Paper 2 Calculator Paper 3 Calculator Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

GCSE Maths Exam Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

How to prepare for Science
Mr J Maher, Head of Science SMu How to prepare for Science Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

How to revise EFFECTIVELY…
Mrs L Burchall, Head of Geography and RS SMu How to revise EFFECTIVELY… Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Mr J Hill, Assistant Headteacher SMu revision resources Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Revision Apps Great for most subjects.
Most of you should have logins – if you don’t register as a new user or see me Pixl Lit, Pixl Maths, Pixl History, Pixl Geography User ID: Cu1411 Login: Surname followed by first initial i.e HillJ Password: Same as login. Brainscape App – Good for ‘flashcards’. Excellent for Maths as you know.

Revision Folders Personalised to you. You will be set homework from them. They should also be used to help with further revision. SMu Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Mr J Hill, Assistant Headteacher SMu Changes to gcse’s Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Exams You have your exam timetable – keep safe. You will be in school throughout. Punctuality/Attendance key. You must be available until 26th June regardless of when your last exam is. SMu Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

GCSE Results Day Thursday 22nd August – 9am, East Manor Hall SMu Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

Mr J Hill, Assistant Headteacher SMu thank you Independence: Literacy: Equipment: Attitude: Resilience: Numeracy

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