1. SKILLS for LEARNING SKILLS for STUDY

2. STUDY SKILLS
Pay attention in class Take good notes

3. Keep an organised notebook Ask questions in class

4. Plan a definite study time Don’t cram for hours the and place for each day night before a test or exam

5. INDEPENDENT LEARNERS
The following are characteristics of a successful student.
Develop these in yourself
Ask questions
Discuss topics with your peers
If you don’t understand
something, speak up

6. ‘Ideas are funny things, they don’t work unless you do’
You are responsible for your own learning
‘Ideas are funny things, they don’t work unless you do’

7. STUDY TIMETABLE
Study sessions just don’t happen when you feel like doing them. They need to be scheduled on an organised timetable.

8. SOME TIPS Don’t study after 11.00pm
Divide time equally between subjects
Put a copy of your exam timetable somewhere to keep parents informed
Revise your study timetable – things change
Stick to it !
“Well done is better than well said”

9. ENGLISH (FOR ESSAYS)

10. Afrikaans and Zulu
Translation and remembering rules are key factors in passing these extensive subjects.

11. LIFE SCIENCES (MIND MAP)

12. GEOGRAPHY (USING DIAGRAMS)

13. HISTORY (TIMELINES)

14. MATHS, ACCOUNTING and PHYSICS
Are all abstract subjects.
Learn to read all content and analyse before applying what you have learnt.
They are pure science subjects that are intense and require plenty, plenty and plenty of practise!

15. STUDY SESSIONS How do you study? What are you supposed to do?
Study has 3 parts (O; A; R)
Organising subject matter efficiently
Getting work and assignments in advance
Researching and revising work for exams

16. Don’t make study sessions too long
Drink some water before you start
Break tasks down into smaller manageable ones
Do daily summaries of work covered in class in your own words under Main Points

17. You can also use travel time to and from school for
Planning
Listening to recorded summaries or points on an MP3 player
Then when you arrive home, it is much easier to get down to study
You are psyched up
Your purpose and task are set
You can apply yourself immediately

18. COUNTDOWN to the EXAMS
In the run up to your exams, you must adopt a more disciplined attitude Your performance in the exam is vital to your success Look at them positively as an opportunity to demonstrate your understanding

19. Social Life :
Put this on hold
Give up parties, nights out etc.
Plan your rewards you will give yourself after the exams
Exercise :
Walk or jog daily to reduce the pressure
It clears the mind and encourages positive thoughts

20. Distractions : Eliminate noise
Organise for friends to call at an agreed time

21. Remembering
-Listen to study tapes
Read over notes
- Plan and revise

22. The key is to study actively :
Test yourself
Take notes
Don’t just read
‘ Many drops fill the bucket ‘

23. EXAM PREPARATION The secrets to success:
Have genuine faith in your preparation
Don’t leave anything to chance
Know exactly what is required for each exam
Understand each subject
Quiz your teachers
Know your exam format
Multiple choice
Short answer
Essays

24. EXAM PREPARATION Around the house put up lists of Key facts Formulae
Quotes
Examples
Recite them aloud when you see them
Do past papers under exam conditions
Identify areas of weakness and address them
Become comfortable with the vocabulary used
Perfect the pace you must work at
Your timing is critical

25. ‘ When only the best will do ‘
EXAM PREPARATION
Test your knowledge and understanding
Discuss it, explain it
Justify it with friends
Question each other
List any improvements needed
Work through them systematically
Retest your knowledge
Be thorough and focused – have a Study Timetable in your study area
‘ When only the best will do ‘

26. EXAM TECHNIQUE Understanding Instructions
On the front cover of the exam paper are instructions
Read them
Understand them
Know what questions to do
Where to put your answers

27. EXAM TECHNIQUE Reading Time Read the paper through Plan your approach
Identify questions you can do immediately
Put the questions in the order you wish to do them
Don’t work out answers
Your confidence will build with more difficult questions

28. EXAM TECHNIQUE The Exam itself Start on straight forward questions
Don’t dwell on those you can’t do
Move on
On multiple choice questions
Eliminate those answers you think are incorrect
Beware of careless mistakes
Plan your answers
Draw big, clear and accurate diagrams

29. ‘ You make your own luck’
EXAM TECHNIQUE
The magic word in exams is
Not fast
Not slow
But consistently and persistently
‘ You make your own luck’

30. EXAM TIME
Put a copy of your Exam Timetable in a place where your family can double check times and dates
Take a bottle of water to the exam
Arrive in plenty time before the exam
Don’t listen to music beforehand – the songs will play on your mind
Have a watch and the necessary equipment
Be relaxed and focused – your preparation has you ready for your exam

31. ‘ Achievement is a habit – work on it ‘
Use reading time effectively
Underline / highlight key words and phrases
Do plans - do they address the questions?
Make sure that you have filled in all the details
Stay alert – don’t daydream
Don’t panic if short on time – note the main points
If you finish early, check your work thoroughly
Never leave early
Write neatly and legibly
‘ Achievement is a habit – work on it ‘

32. EXAM STRESS … and how to beat it
Revision Notes Exam Timetable

33. Remember Remember it is important to eat and sleep well
Put yourself first – it is an important time for you – try to talk to family about how they can make studying a little easier for you, e.g. by agreeing times when you can have your own space, when they will try to be a bit quieter around the house and when you would rather not be disturbed
DON’T REVISE ALL THE TIME – TAKE BREAKS AND DO THINGS YOU ENJOY AND HELP YOU RELAX

34. Brain Foods
Wholegrain
Oily fish
Blueberries

35. More Brain Foods
Baby tomatoes
Blackcurrants
Pumpkin seeds

36. And more…
Vitamins
Broccoli
Nuts

37. PREPARE for the BIG DAY CHECK … Have a good breakfast
Give yourself plenty of time to get to the exam room
Make sure you know where the exam is being held
Take everything you need – pens, pencils, water, anything else?
Go to the toilet before the exam starts

38. Show us what you’re capable of Wendywood ,this June!
ALL THE BEST & GOOD LUCK ! 