Accelerate! « Study Skills Zone

To understand why re-reading and highlighting are LESS effective study techniques (myth busting)
To develop independent learning skills that will empower students to take charge of their own learning
To understand what retrieval practice is and why it works
To test a variety of retrieval practice techniques that have been shown to improve memory
To learn how to structure study and revision to remember more and avoid procrastination
To take part in memory activities that illustrate why deep thinking leads to long-lasting remembering
To understand a simplified model of brain's memory systems
To boost motivation levels in Year 8 - the 'in between' year, by exploring the power of adopting a growth mindset
To practise chunking information to make it easier to remember
To introduce challenges such as self and peer testing into the learning process
To develop organisational skills that will help you stay on track

The Feedback

“It was really practical. I liked it because we got to try out all the techniques we learned.”

Accelerate Student A
Year 8
“I will definitely use the techniques we learned next time I have a test.”

Accelerate Student B
Year 8
“The different retrieval practice techniques were really helpful.”

Accelerate Student C
Year 8
“It was helpful learning how to structure my study. I also enjoyed the quizzing.”

Accelerate Student D
Year 8

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