Note-taking Identify the main points Use bullet points to make a list Make a table Use abbreviations Create a concept map or use a visual organiser
Make sure you have a balance between work and play Create a study timetable Make a revision timetable Work out the best times when you like to study Take regular breaks Make notes as part of your revision plan
Skim a text to get a general overview of the text Scan a text to find particular information Predict what topic will be discussed – look at headings, titles, pictures, first sentences for the topic sentence SQ3R – Read, Recall, Review
Understand the meaning of the vocabulary in the questions. Key words include: Analyse, Assess Comment Compare and contrast Criticise Define Explain Illustrate Justify Outline Prove Review Summarise