From the Leader of Learning

From the Leader of Learning

Year 11 Preliminary HSC Examinations

I congratulate Year 11 students on their conduct and dedication to their studies during the Preliminary HSC Examinations over the past two weeks. Observing students using their study notes and collaboratively revising before their examinations in Colin Square has been impressive.

Year 9 & 10 Examinations

Looking ahead, Year 9 and 10 students will undertake an Exam Block next term. The Year 9 Block is in Week, and Year 10 is in Week 6. Below are a few tips from our Study Skills Handbook subscription to help you achieve your personal academic best: 

  1. Find out what you need to learn: check the Assessment Task Notification carefully so you know what content is included in the examination.
  2. Make your study notes: work through the SUMMARISING unit to learn how to make brain-friendly study notes. You will find a handy Study Notes Checklist on the THINGS TO PRINT page. You want to get your study notes finished as quickly as possible.
  3. Learn your study notes: remember what you study using the techniques in the ACTIVE STUDYING unit. Studying isn’t just about reading—it’s about remembering. 
  4. Practise the skills of the subject: do as many different questions, revision sheets, chapter reviews, sample essays or past examination papers as possible. There are suggestions on ensuring your practice is effective in the ACTIVE STUDYING unit.
  5. Review your test-taking techniques: this ensures you make the most of the time in the exam. Don’t let nerves trip you up! You can learn more about what to do the night before, the morning of the exam, how to approach multiple choice questions and essays in exams and much more in the TEST-TAKING unit.

And remember, don’t leave your study until the last minute – get yourself organised well in advance.

Bonus Tip: When you get your exam paper back, use the AFTER TESTS AND EXAMS unit strategies to make the most of it.

Access to the Study Skills Handbook is via the Favourites menu on COMPASS.

Mr Justin Hodges, Leader of Learning

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