Revision Techniques

What kind of a learner are you? What is your eye drawn to on this web page?

Which type of learner are you? Visual You EITHER learn best by annotating and analysing maps, diagrams and pictures rather than text OR you prefer reading text and seeing logical patterns and processes. Auditory You learn best by hearing information and often read questions aloud or in your head. Kinaesthetic You learn best by doing tasks and practical activities.

How could you best revise? Visual If you prefer pictures rather than words, you would benefit from more visual forms of revision, e.g. mind maps and posters. You could stick post it notes round your room, or draw diagrams instead of notes. If you are a linear thinker you could make notes in bullet points or write stories in paragraphs to see how concepts link together. Auditory If you prefer to hear information to remember it, you would benefit from recording information and listening back to it. You could work as part of a pair or group and get someone else to test you. Kinaesthetic If you learn best through actually doing something, or you prefer not to sit at a desk for hours, you would benefit from linking information to different objects, music or movements. You could try revising in different rooms or with different music for different topics/subjects. Choose a revision style that works best for you.

20 ways to revise... Make a poster Break revision into manageable chunks Play background music Make a revision timetable Cross off each topic when you’ve revised it Build in rewards (after revision!) Approach revision positively Take regular breaks Seek advice on difficult ideas and topics. Get someone to test you Make a mind map Go on revision websites on the computer Make a chart Plan your time for revision Make a cartoon Highlight key points in different colours Make notes on key ideas Record key ideas on MP3 Say key ideas out loud Tell key ideas to a friend