From Martial@Law

How to do well in your exams

• When doing coursework it helps if you have music on in the backround not TV as this can be distracting
• Always have a bottle of water with u
• Revise for your exams before the actual date. Look back in past work or go to a afterschool club to help or ask Your teacher for help
• On the day of the exam Dont get stressed out and keep cool
• When inside the Exam Dont miss a question Even if u guess u have a chance of getting it right
• When the exam has finished if u have time to spare Go back over the questions and make sure your happy with your awnsers
• Use the internet to help u with studying Be carefull Some sites may provide False information Use things like wikipedia
• At night try to get sleep dont think about the exams if Your tired u wont be able to think meaning u will do bad in the exams
• Try not to depend Your life on studying take time to go outside and get some fresh air
• Often take breaks Step outside for a few mins If u get stressed Dont hurt Yourself or anybody Punch a pillow or squeeze a stress Ball
• No matter the outcome of the exam Dont take it out on yourself just be happy with what u got :)
• You could create a study plan to help you
  - How much material do you need to cover?
  - How difficult is the material?
  - How much time is available?
  - Do you have any other priorities during the study period?
  - What is the format of the exam?
  - How important is the exam?
  - What is your performance target for the exam?
• Dont try to cheat in the exam By copying your mates because they may have got it wrong if You cant awnser a question just guess dont leave it blank u have a chance of getting it right if u guess

When in the exam remember to have all the equipment u need

Good Luck

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 From: Its matt Darling

Stressed?
Try this!
1. Sit down and try yoga.
2. Get out and about! Sitting in studying is boring. You need refreshing.
3. Distractions - Try to revise in a quiet calm place, free of interuptions.
4. Try doing one subject at a time. It is proven that if you try to do multiple subjects at once, your mind cannot process it so it is harder to learn and you are more likely to forget.

Cant relax?
Here's a tip
1. Lie down flat on your bed and stretch out your arms and legs.
2. Slowly Just relax your feet. Then legs. Then Waist and up to your head. Youll be ready to study again in no time.

While doing a test
1. Write down key words in the margin so you dont forget to do anything.
2. Be Tidy! A clean workspace accounts for clean work
3. Dont Rush. You re sure to get things wrong
4. When finished, look over your work

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 From: Mike...!...

My Exam Tips

Revise
- Revise, Don't just revise the day before start early and get more done
- People learn in different ways, Think of an idea that helps you learn and do it. You may write it done over and over again OR you might make a song or dance about it
- Mind maps are a good way to help you, you can pile alot of information onto the one page
- Don't revise to much it's good to take breaks in between
- Flash cards are a very good way to help you revise keywords
- Have a friend or parent test you and go over the stuff you get wrong
- Have a break and go out with some friends and have some fun!

Getting Stressed?
- If you find you just can't relax go and meet up with a friend for a while go out and forget all about the exam
- Do something that helps you calm down read a book, Play the playstation talk to your friends
- Have a nice nap

Exam Day
- Stay calm and don't panic
- Make sure you have all the right equipment
- Don't leave any blank spaces, You will have a better chance of getting some marks
- Keep an eye on the time
- If you don't understand the question ask
- Don't spend to much time on one question move on and come back to it at the end
- If your done before the exam ends check over your paper
- Keep your eyes on your own exam
- BE CONFIDENT!

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 From: UniverseCity

Make sure you have all the relevent information you need to revise. The internet can be a great help (such as the BBC Bitesize).

Make sure your in a calm enviroment where you wont be easily distracted by anything.
Start revision early and use all possible spare time to MEMORIZE your revision books!!!

If you feel you are stuck in a rut with your revision, ring up a friend or meet up with a friend and revise together. This way you can help each other out.
Make sure you complete all coursework to the best of your ability. All you can give is your best, and your best is enough!

How to deal with stress:

Stress shouldn't exist when it comes to exams. If you have followed my advice in the revision section, then it shouldn't be a problem! Confidence is the key to success. As long as you have stayed on top of all your work and given your all, there shouldn't be anything to stress about!

Exams:

On the day of the exam just remember to keep a level head and controlled breathing. There is nothing to worry about! Stay calm at all times and you will absoloutly glide through your exams with no worries.
Once you think you have completed your exam to the best of your ability, CHECK THOUGH YOUR ANSWERS. - It is vital that you have checked to see that you haven't missed any questions or incorrectly answered questions. (On a year 2 SAT paper I missed 2 whole pages because they were seemingly stuck together!!).
Allow yourself enough time to complete the requirements in the exams. There is nothing worse than running out of time half way through. On the other hand - don't rush!
Good luck with your exams this year and the next!

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 From: GlamourModel

Revision:
You must try to cut up your study regime. You could do something like, 80 Minutes studying for English then take a break and watch some television, chat to friends. Then after an hour- or so go back to your studying. Then study for a further 30 minutes(still studying the same subject).

This way you'll take in more, instead of trying to study for five different subjects on the same day! Your brain will just explode.

Beat the stress:
I always find sitting out in my garden, if the weather is good, a great way to relax. Try reading some magazines, books, something that will take your mind of exams and studying for a bit.
Having a long relaxing bath is one of the best ways to get rid of stress, you could also put on some relaxing music. :-)

Day of your exam(s):
Remember, if you have studied enough you should pass. If you've been paying attention in class, you should pass. You can only do the best you can, so don't get yourself worked up on the day of your exam!
Drink a lot of water, but not too much incase you wet yourself. You MUST have breakfast/or lunch (depending on your exam time), before you go in for your exam. Your brain will be more fueled this way.