1. What type of learner are you? Test yourself to find out http://www.educationplanner.org/stude nts/self-assessments/learning-styles- quiz.shtml Simple steps explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0dKnzu8-D8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nFkQ4cQhME https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyehamdlV3w

2. It's easy to memorize anything you need. Here is an example: All you need are: To know what sort of learner you are To adapt techniques based on your learning style Developing your memory – Getting ready for your exam http://www.memory-improvement-tips.com/memory-systems.html

3. Method 1 of 4: Auditory learners

4. You are an AUDITORY LEARNER if: 1.You do best by hearing things 2.You can retain information that comes to you orally 3.You remember information heard in conversations or lessons 4.You have a well-developed vocabulary 5.You pick up new languages relatively easily 6.You're a good speaker and can carry on interesting conversations 7.You can articulate your ideas clearly in speech 8.You have musical talents, and the ability to hear tones and rhythms Do you recognise yourself?

5. Break it into sections Create a vivid story. It doesn't even have to make sense: again, as long as it says something to you somehow, you're liable to remember it Read the first sentence and say it with your notes Then say it aloud without your notes Read the first and second sentences and say them with your notes Then say them again without your notes Repeat this process until you can say all the sentences without the paper. Once you're at the end of the paragraph, repeat the paragraph without reading it. Say it aloud three times If you cannot do it all three times, start again Record your notes to hear them presented, and listen to this repeatedly What would work for you

6. Method 2 of 4: Visual learners

7. 1.Things leap out at you visually 2.You understand things that you see, such as information on pictures, charts or diagrams 3.You visualize things as you learn them, often looking into the distance as if you are "seeing" the information 4.You create vivid images of information in your mind 5.Your spatial skills are very strong: sizes, shapes, angles, perspectives 6.You're able to "read" people by their body language, knowing what they're really thinking, even as they say something else 7.You have a strong appreciation for aesthetics, art… You are a VISUAL LEARNER if: Do you recognise yourself?

8. Sit in a peaceful environment - go where there are no distractions, nothing that will visually catch your eye Colour code your information by type e.g. paragraph 1 = red, paragraph 2 = blue etc. or highlight the key points in your piece Go through each color-coded section, writing and rewriting each item down until you can successfully memorize it all Write each item down on a matching-colour Post-It note Frequently write and rewrite the notes If you are having particular difficulty with one of the existing notes, take it and put it up, where you will see it more often Find a partner to revise with and draw diagrams and graphs together What would work for you

9. Method 3 of 4: Tactile learners

10. 1.You like to touch things to obtain information 2.You like to feel the information, if at all possible, learning in the doing 3.Moving, doing, and touching help make the information real to you 4.You use your hands when you talk 5.You remember events by what happened, but not necessarily what was said or seen 6.You're good at drawing, art, cooking, construction 7.You tend to be adventurous and easily distracted 8.You don't like to be hemmed in, preferring to be where you can stand up, move around, and take a break 9.You don't like sitting in classrooms when there are things you could do that would teach you more You are a TACTILE LEARNER if: Do you recognise yourself?

11. Find your space - you need room to move around, so don't sit in your bedroom with the door closed while you study Act out your written piece as if you are taking part in a play Move around - pace around the room while studying and repeating the information to yourself. Use scents and link a different one to each paragraph – then, when trying to remember, try to recall the smell Write down key words such as verbs on each flash card, then personalise each flash card with stickers or drawings After personalising, jumble up the cards and try to put them in order What would work for you

12. Method 4 of 4: Reading method

13. 1.You memorize best what you can read 2.Your earliest learning experiences centred on reading and it feels solid and real to you 3.You like seeing colourful notes or representing them in pictures 4.You prefer information to be displayed in writing, such as lists or bullet points 5.You enjoy reading and writing in all forms 6.You prefer texting to talking on the phone You are a READING TYPE if: Do you recognise yourself?

14. Repeatedly read what you have to memorise Keep reading until you memorise by heart Repeat it to yourself and write it on an index card Write ONE or TWO words on the reverse of the card Use colours to write your notes, or draw them in pictures Test yourself, then see if what you just wrote matches your notes What would work for you

15. Be aware of what works for you Don't leave studying to the last minute Avoid boxing yourself into one style only Go to a place with no distractions or gadgets Try writing out whatever you need to memorise Read and write. After reading or memorizing something, try to write it at least one time After writing it out, read it aloud a couple of times. This works especially well for memorizing paragraphs of writing in another language. Turn the facts into a song and make up a beat Consider replacing the lyrics of your favourite song with what you're trying to memorize. Take short, frequent breaks; it is best to exercise during these breaks and check your memorisation after your break Extra tips

16. “I made sure I had a good 8 days to memorise. I spent 3 hours on it every day but on and off. Listening to it did not help me but breaking it down and reading it over and over again helped me a lot. I am very happy with my grade. K” “I started revising on the Saturday, 4 days before the exam. It was too late and then I felt there was too much to learn so it became too hard. I did not do well and I regret it. I should have started earlier but I was lazy. I regret it so much now. P.” Feedback from year 11 students who took the exam last year

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