To improve our study skills there are 3 key questions we need to think about How can we improve our memory What methods and strategies can we use How can we plan our study time MEmory How good is your memory ID: 1002273
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1. STUDY SKILLS
2. Study skillsTo improve our study skills, there are 3 key questions we need to think about:How can we improve our memory?What methods and strategies can we use?How can we plan our study time?
3. MEmoryHow good is your memory?You have 60 seconds to remember as many shopping list items as possible
4. OnionsMilk GranolaOrange Juice Brownies Tomatoes Chicken Potatoes Chocolate Baked beans Tea PineappleCocoa Lettuce Shampoo Beef Flour BananasDoughnuts Grapes Rice Cinnamon Cauliflower LemonsCrisps Coffee Avocado Pasta Pizza Cream Toothpaste Oranges Cucumber Cheddar Limes CerealBread Croissants Bagels Parsnips Butter Ginger Cookies Bacon Broccoli Yogurt Apples OlivesSTOP!
5. NOW WRITE THEM DOWNSTOP!
6. OnionsMilk GranolaOrange Juice Brownies Tomatoes Chicken Potatoes Chocolate Baked beans Tea PineappleCocoa Lettuce Shampoo Beef Flour BananasDoughnuts Grapes Rice Cinnamon Cauliflower LemonsCrisps Coffee Avocado Pasta Pizza Cream Toothpaste Oranges Cucumber Cheddar Limes CerealBread Croissants Bagels Parsnips Butter Ginger Cookies Bacon Broccoli Yogurt Apples OlivesHOW MANY DID WE GET?
7. OnionsMilk GranolaOrange Juice Brownies Tomatoes Chicken Potatoes Chocolate Baked beans Tea PineappleCocoa Lettuce Shampoo Beef Flour BananasDoughnuts Grapes Rice Cinnamon Cauliflower LemonsCrisps Coffee Avocado Pasta Pizza Cream Toothpaste Oranges Cucumber Cheddar Limes CerealBread Croissants Bagels Parsnips Butter Ginger Cookies Bacon Broccoli Yogurt Apples OlivesOUR BRAINS FIRST PICK OUT THE WORDS WE FIND MOST INTERESTING/RELEVANT AT RANDOM…
8. Processing large amounts of information into smaller chunks can help us to remember things… MEmoryMemory chunking
9. Whether by type, colour or even alphabetically…FRUITSApples Oranges Bananas Limes Lemons Grapefruit Grapes PineappleMEmoryMemory chunkingYELLOWBananaLemonsCheddarCroissantButterGingerPineappleParsnipsSTARTS WITH‘B’BagelsBaked beansBananasBeefBreadBroccoli Brownies
10. MemoryVisualisation Visualisation is another method that people use when trying to remember information.So we are going to try an experiment…
11. HOW WELL CAN YOU CREATE AN IMAGE IN YOUR MIND FROM INSTRUCTIONS?DRAWING FROM INSTRUCTIONSDraw a large circleDraw a square inside the circleDraw a line across the squareDraw another smaller circle inside the squareFinish by drawing a triangle on top of the first circle
12. DID YOURS LOOK LIKE THIS?Everybody interprets information differently, so make sure that you understand what you’re learning before you commit to memory!
13. MemoryrepititionHow we think we learn…Revising over and over and overBecome familiar with topic, but don’t truly understand it.Passive learning =Weak recall muscle“I know that I know this!!! I just can’t remember what it is…”
14. MemoryrepititionHow we should actually learn…Learn once but test and recall over and over!Active learning = Strong recall muscleMore efficient (and less boring!)
15. SO, WHAT STRATEGIES DOYOU USE...?
16. FIND WHAT WORKS BEST FOR YOUPODCASTSFLASHCARDSSTUDYGROUPSVOICE NOTESONLINE RESOURCES
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18. Revision techniquesmaking mental associationsCHOOSE THREE OBJECTSNow, turn each object/ fact into an element of a story…???
19. Revision techniquesmaking mental associationsUVX-RAYVISIBLE???Physics: Types of radiationLooks like the weather will be awesome on holiday, so I must remember my sunglasses and to put my sunscreen in my suitcase before baggage security!
20. Revision techniquesAPPsBrainscapeFlashcards+Sporcle GetRevisingQuizletBitesizeGojimoMemrise
21. Revision techniquesUsing colourPost-it notesHighlightersColour codesFlashcardsMind-maps
22. Revision techniquesEssay planningStep 1: Reading the question‘In Oliver Twist, Dickens presents criminals as products of their society.’To what extent do you agree with this view? Remember to include in your answer relevant detailed exploration of Dickens’ authorial methods.[25 marks]2015 A-level ENGLISH LITERATURE B (AQA)Paper 2A: Texts and Genres: Elements of Crime Writing
23. Revision techniquesEssay planningStep 2: planning a response10 minutesRead paper and choose your questions30 minutesPlan all 3 essays45 minutesQuestion 145 minutesQuestion 245 minutesQuestion 35 minutesCheck answer3 QUESTIONS (25 marks each)3 HOUR PAPERMake sure that when you are attempting past papers, you remember to set a timer!
24. QUICK TEST...Can you remember THREE of our yellow foods?
25. Planning your study timeCreate a revision timetableGetRevising will create a timetable for youYou can input the dates of your exams and any commitments you have e.g. football practice, a birthday partyYou can prioritise certain subjects and topics
26. Planning your study timeThe ‘pomodoro’ technique 25 : ENGLISH LITERATURE5 : Social media break25 : BUSINESS STUDIES5 : Grab a snack25 : PSYCHOLOGY5 : Play with the dog25 : HISTORY30: Go for a walk25 minutes study x 4+ 5 minute break x3+30 minute break x1It’s easier for your brain to retain short chunks of information.Short breaks means you can refresh your brain and stay focused.
27. Planning your study timeRewarding yourselfSet yourself realistic short term goals, so that you have something to work towards – this will motivate you, give you something to look forward to and also help you relax during the revision period. Completed a practice paperHave a chilled out movie night, free of revisionThese can be hourly, daily or weekly tasks that you are aiming to complete with small or big rewards.
28. Planning your study timeAvoiding distractionsCHECKLISTSpend 10 minutes at the start of the day writing a list of everything that you would like to achieve.Crossing things off releases dopamine into your bloodstream – making you feel happy!Listening to music can help keep distraction at bay.Studies suggest that instrumental/unfamiliar songs may be more beneficial (and prevent you from getting carried away lip synching!)MUSIC
29. Planning your study timeAvoiding distractionsBE BRAVEIt’s tempting to avoid your worst subjects and do absolutely everything else first…However, if you start with the ‘hard stuff’ you can relax knowing it can onlyget easier!There is no point trying to focus if you are hungry!Keep a stock of healthy snacks near your desk so that you don’t have to stop ‘mid flow’ to hunt for a Kit Kat...BRING SNACKS
30. Planning your study timeAvoiding distractionsGO OFFLINEWe know. The HARDEST one…Put your phone on airplane mode and hide it out of sight.You don’t have to be cut off all day – a few minutes online could be a reward for completing your next Pomodoro!Suddenly feeling a desperate urge to deep clean your bedroom?A change of scenery can be helpful. Head to your local library or go study with a friend.RELOCATE
31. Planning your study timeLooking after yourselfProlonged levels of stress experienced during the exam period can take their toll on both your physical AND mental health.Make sure to get plenty of sleep, drink lots of water and do things that you enjoy and help you relax!
32. Remember why it’s worth itPush yourself because no one else will do it for you!Getting good exam results can lead to so many things:Future CareerFurther/ Higher Education Family and friendsGood salaryProfessional successLife experiencesGOOD LUCK!
33. Study skillsRecap To study successfully:Organise your notes, work from class and revision materials – make sure you understand everything before you start revisingExperiment with different revision methods and techniques to find what works best for youCreate a revision timetable, find a place to study, avoid distractions and take care of yourself during the revision period
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