Task: Sort, distil and organise your revision notes to remind you of material and reinforce your memory of it
What to do
- Select. Think through how much material you can use, realistically, in the exam, and when and how you would use it. Remove material you won’t use
- Choose a few key citations (in exams, the name and date will usually suffice)
- Distil. Make one set of reduced notes or flashcards for quick reference
- Make it memorable. Organise and work creatively with material you selected, so that it is attractive to work with and easier to
remember - Cross-reference material. Consider how segments of your material could be used for different exam questions. Flag that in your notes
- Add to notes. Keep your thinking fresh and lively: add information or ideas that arise from revising material
Use a set of guidelines to help you in organising and distilling your notes: Download a sheet with tips below.
Break your revision goals into actionable steps: Download an action plan template below.
