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With NCEA exams looming, it is vital that students utilise their preparation time properly. Parents should familiarize themselves with the excellent study skills document prepared by Mr Harris and handed out to students. Extra copies of this document are available at the office. Guidelines are blocked under these headings:
- Study Skills – Time Management
- Study Skills – Study Environment
- Revision Techniques
- Exam Techniques
1. Recommendations for managing time include:
Revising for 25 minutes each subject; prioritising onerous tasks over easy ones; eliminating time consuming distractions such as parties and television; use of a study planner; working at those times that are best for ‘thinking times’; organising equipment ahead of time; micro breaks (including treats and incentives); dealing with the most important information first; dividing the year’s work into manageable topics.
2. Recommendations for creating a sound study environment include:
A designated study area; background ‘alpha wave’ music ie Vivaldi, Bach, Handel not modern ‘beta wave’ music; wall displays; bedtime revision; preparation of equipment; low lighting; water; brain food; exercise; variety; colour; talk – explaining to friends and family; revision guides; organising notes.
3. Revision techniques include: practising old exam papers; rote learning; wall displays; reviewing class notes; flash cards; mnemonics and mind maps.
4. Exam techniques include: balancing stress; maintaining confidence; comfortable dress; life skills before and during an exam.
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