- To form positive study habits and understand the research linked to why each habit is effective and how the habits build over time to hit target grades and protect wellbeing.
- To understand the relationship between managing time and managing stress
- To adopt time management techniques promoted by neuroscientists, behavioural economists and best-selling authors.
- To learn how to research efficiently using Google and other search engines.
- To practise skimming, scanning, and in-depth reading as part of a competitive team challenge.
- To understand how our memory systems work with a view to presenting information to our brains in an optimal way
- To practice memory techniques recommended by world memory champions.
- To gain an insight into which revision techniques to use depending on the context of the ‘to be learned’ information.
- To learn a simple 4-step system for creating punchy notes.
- To practise abbreviating within the session.
- To learn a note taking system that integrates retrieval practice.
- To practise writing study questions and quizzing peers
- To learn how to structure a revision session in order to make it optimally effective.
- To learn how to 'activate prior knowledge' at the beginning of each revision session.
- To take part in a fun 'efficiency challenge' that perfectly illustrates how small changes can produce large results.
- To understand the theory of 'marginal gains'.
- To learn digital and physical systems that help students to integrate spaced learning into their study routine.
- To learn simple strategies recommended by leading psychologists that help students to manage their mental health.
- To learn a simple technique that helps to re-frame negative thoughts.
- To develop organisational skills and raise confidence levels.
- To engage in peer learning retrieval practice activities.
- To have fun and make friends by completing dynamic team-based activities (optional part of Year 12 Programme).
- To understand the research that underpins why each revision strategy is effective.
- To leave the session armed with the tools to make a difference.
Key Aims
The Feedback
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“I will definitely start integrating the abbreviation techniques they showed us into my revision.”
Independent Learning Student A
Year 12 -
“Learning why the techniques work was really helpful. ”
Independent Learning Student B
Year 12 -
“This course is going to save me so much time because I have better strategies now. ”
Independent Learning Student C
Year 13 -
“I tend to procrastinate so the time management info was very useful. It will also help me to feel less stressed too.”
Independent Learning Student D
Year 13 -
“Such a useful session. I wish I’d had it for my GCSEs. The techniques were simple to understand and will definitely help me to remember more information.”
Independent Learning Student E
Year 12 -
“I'll definitely use the retrieval practice strategies with friends during study periods.”
Independent Learning Student F
Year 13
In Brief
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Duration2 Hour programme.
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Target Year GroupYear 12
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PricingCosts are directly related to student numbers and delivery options. Contact us for a quote.