The Importance of Revision
Effective revision is a multi-faceted process that involves more than just reading through notes. It's about active engagement with the material, critical thinking, and application of knowledge. Through consistent revision, students enhance their understanding, reinforce learning, and improve their ability to recall information during exams. It's a practice that builds academic resilience and self-confidence.
Empowering Students with Resources
Understanding the pivotal role of revision, Carmel College provides resources on our website to aid students and their families in this endeavor:
- Revision Guides: These materials are crafted to concisely capture essential information and provide a framework for deeper study.
Timetables: We offer customizable templates to help students organize their revision time efficiently, balancing different subjects and commitments.
Variety of Techniques: Recognizing that every student is unique, we present an array of revision strategies to suit diverse learning styles and preferences.
Well-being Advice: We emphasize the importance of maintaining mental and physical health, offering tips for a balanced revision schedule that includes necessary breaks and self-care.
Partnership in Learning
At Carmel College, we believe that the path to academic excellence is a team effort. We encourage parents and carers to engage with the resources provided, supporting their children in creating effective revision habits. Together, we can ensure that every student is equipped with the tools and support they need to thrive in their studies and beyond.
Revision
Design & Technology
English
Food
Geography
Maths
MFL
Music
Computing
PE
RE
Science – Biology
Science – Chemistry
Science – Physics
http://www.learningscientists.org/downloadable-materials (http://www.learningscientists.org/downloadable-materials)
A website that offers different ways and techniques to help revision at home. It has downloadable resources and offers a step by step guide
https://www.thepurplepumpkinblog.co.uk/gcse-revision-tips-for-teens-and-their-parents
Revision guides provide excellent support and are available at the library to purchase. Revision guides give detailed notes and many now provide practice exam questions for your to complete with available mark schemes. The librarian will assist you in getting the correct revision guide for your course and level.
Top 5 Revision apps
Gojimo - Boasts mostly free content and covers GCSE, A level, IB, iGCSE, Common Entrance and more
iMindMap and bubbl.us - Mindmaps, mobile mindmaps
Quizlet - Quizlet enables students to create their own revision flashcards, as well as to use sets created by others
Memrise - If learning languages and vocab is your focus, then Memrise is worth checking out
Get Revising - Create revision timetables using Get Revising’s Study Planner tool
https://www.tes.com/revision-tips/top-five-revision-apps-help-students-revise
Websites used in schools
https://www.educake.co.uk
https://www.mymaths.co.uk
https://www.pinterest.co.uk
https://senecalearning.com
Well-Being
Young Minds advice: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/blog/exam-self-care
NHS Mental Health: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/tips-and-support/mindfulness/