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Right Revision & Perfect Preparation: 23 Pre-Exam Tips
Exams have never been that high on my list of things I love to do. But I know they need to happen from time to time. A while back, I chose to do what I could to enjoy the exam … Continue reading
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Are you asking enough questions?
Last week, I talked about understanding questions as a whole and then breaking them down into parts. Both stages are in order for you to get as much meaning from a question as possible. Questions are important. You need to … Continue reading
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Always check what you’re being asked to do
I learned an important lesson at school that stayed with me throughout my time at university. My Home Economics teacher announced to class that, as a change of plan, everyone would be completing a short test during the lesson. We … Continue reading
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Why the learning experience is greater than end results
A friend of mine struggled with tests as a child. Any time an assessment was coming up, his mind would go blank and he’d panic. The pressure of passing weighed down on him to such an extent that no manner … Continue reading
Bigger picture thinking: Why it helps to go back to basics
I’m a big fan of seeing the ‘bigger picture’. I prefer to get a rounded view of what’s going on before getting too bogged down with the detail. Once I have the basics in place, I’m all set to engage … Continue reading
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