Revision

When revising, it's worth asking yourself two questions:

1. How can I improve my knowledge and expertise for this topic?KnowledgeFactsNumbersDatesTheoriesFormulae

ExpertiseUnderstand conceptsExplain conceptsEvaluateCriticiseCompareApply

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2. How can I improve my ability to demonstrate my knowledge in the exam?

Time managementPlanning your answersClear expressionEssay organisationWriting under time pressureAccurately answering the question

Formulating an argumentStructuring essays and short answersApplying formulaePrioritisingAnswering different types of exam questions. E.g. multiple choice, gapfill, short answer

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You should aim to refine both your subject knowledge and your exam performance capabilities. It is unproductive, for example, to continually extend your subject knowledge if you have difficulty applying information to solving problems or expressing your understanding in essay form.

Therefore, in revision sessions you should:

1.Identify what you already know and understand about the topic, what you need to know and how you can find out and/or remember additional information.

2.Practise skills to help you demonstrate in the exam your understanding of what you have learned. For example, that you can apply principles or theories to new material and situations (e.g. by doing practice questions, writing short answers or essays, timing yourself).