Task 14- Top Ten Topics

I am the worst person when it comes to exams, no matter how much I revise and try and relax, I always end up becoming a panicking mess and have 20 breakdowns, but here are some typical tips people tend to use to prep for an exam. 

• Revise early; It is best to get revision in early so it sits in the brain for longer, avoid leaving it until last minute
• Re-read notes; Do not stop revising once notes have been taken, keep re-reading and making sure you know as much as possible.
• Take regular breaks; Regular breaks are necessary so the mind is clear, little breaks such as going on a walk, socialising with friends or family. Having regular and short breaks can help improve focus and can boost your productivity.
• Get plenty of sleep; Sleep is important before an exam, it gives the mind a chance to relax and you are able to make up with a positive mindset.
• Don’t leave it last minute; Try avoiding last minute work, this can cause a lot of unnecessary stress on top of the stress of exams. Leading you to maybe missing out on an important topic which could have a lot of marks.
• Balanced diet; Drinking plenty of water and eating healthy foods such as banana’s are good for concentration, water to stay hydrated and full before the exam. I was told by a teacher when I was doing my SATS to have a piece of dark chocolate before an exam to help with concentration.
• Study somewhere comfortable; Make sure you are studying somewhere you feel relaxed and are able to concentrate well. This could be in a bedroom somewhere quiet and out of the way, or even in the library with people around. Just be sure that there are no distractions near by!
• Flash cards; Write notes on cards and re-read them often, also put questions on the back of them and give them to friends and family members to ask you, so you have to remember the answers.
• Working in groups; Study groups are always a good thing (if you don’t get to distracted), it helps motivate each other and even think of new ideas that somebody else has not thought of.
• Try and keep a positive attitude; If you feel negative about the exam, then it is likely your attitude will be negative to and you may not feel motivated to try your hardest! Remember why you are doing this exam, what you want out of it and think of where you will be in three years time because of the positive attitude you had to help your future career! ?