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Page 1: Revision Presentation 8 th October 2015. Why? Why are we doing the exams?

Revision Presentatio

n8th October

2015

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Why?

Why are we doing the exams?

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Exams are;• An opportunity for pupils to show us

what they can do (and how this has changed over time.)

• Data to inform future teaching and learning.

• examination technique practice for external exams for 11+, 13+ and beyond.

• part of the bigger picture.

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When?• Year 6: English, Maths, Science &

Verbal Reasoning in November, all academic subjects in June.

• Year 7: all academic subjects in February & June.

• Year 8: all academic subjects in November, February & June.

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• Find strengths and weaknesses.

• Review and refresh.

Why revise?

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• What to revise

• How to revise

• How to help

Revision

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What to reviseEach subject will provide a revision

sheet.

This will detail:• Topics and skills the exam is

testing• Where to find the subject matter• The format of the exam

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YEAR 8 AUTUMN TERM MATHS REVISIONEXAMINATION: Paper 1: Non-calculator paper (1 hr), Paper 2: Calculator paper (1 hr), Mental maths test (20 minutes approx.) This external examination paper will assess the CE 13+ syllabus in its entirety. Papers will be marked with particular attention to the specific revision topics below.EQUIPMENT:• Candidates will need 2 sharp pencils, 30cm ruler, eraser, pen, protractor and compass. • A scientific calculator will be required for paper 2 (this can be purchased or borrowed from the school).SPECIFIC TOPICS FROM THIS TERM: • ALGEBRA (simplifying expressions, solving equations, factorising, negative numbers) WEEKS 1-4 • CIRCLES (formula for area and circumference) WEEK 5 (set 1 only)• BEARINGS (draw scale diagrams and measure bearings) WEEK 6• PIE CHARTS (interpret and construct) WEEK 7REVISION TOPICS FROM Y7: • FRACTIONS (simplest form, 4 rules, equivalent decimals and percentages) • DECIMALS AND PERCENTAGES • APPROXIMATIONS (decimal places, rounding, significant figures (Set 1 only)) • POLYGONS (naming, constructing, calculating angles)• PROBABILITY (language and use of probability scale) • ENLARGEMENT (linear and area scale factor, centre of enlargement) (Set 1 only) • GRAPHS (straight line conversion graphs and scatter diagrams) • HOW TO REVISE:• Use your classwork book, revision card notes, text book and practice papers to look through each topic we have studied. Remind

yourself of key facts and methods to tackle problems, then attempt practice questions from the text book or past papers to check your understanding.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:• Mathematics is a cumulative subject. Skills learnt in previous years will be called upon to solve problems and answer general

questions involving the four rules of number, data representation, shape etc. Pupils should refer to their revision notes from year 7 as part of their preparation for this examination. A comprehensive description of the CE 13+ syllabus is available at http://www.iseb.co.uk/pdf/Syllabus_CE_Mathematics.pdf

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How to revise• Plan!• How much time have I got and

what to do when!• Manageable chunks!

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How to revise• Go through a topic list and

identify;– Secure, so-so, not secure

• Start with “What do I Know?”• “What am I secure with?”• What do I need to learn and

improve?• How to assess that I have “got it.”

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How to revise• Be pro-active• Pick out key facts• Check recall with flash cards,

quizzes, tests, essay plans• Random reminders• Play to strengths (VAK)

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What sort of learner

is my child?http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/lstyleqz.htm

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What sort of learner is my child? http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/lstyleqz.htm

VISUAL Is good at spellingNeeds quiet study time.  Likes colours & fashion. Dreams in colour. Understands/likes charts, diagrams and mind maps.

AUDITORY Likes to read out loud. Is not afraid to speak in class. Likes presenting to the class. Is good at explaining. Enjoys music. Is good at grammar and foreign languages. Reads slowly. Follows spoken directions well. Can’t keep quiet for long periods. Is good in study groups.

KINESTHETIC

Is good at sports.Can’t sit still for long. Is fidgety during lessons.Is not great at spelling or handwriting. Studies with loud music on. Likes adventure books, movies. Likes role playing.  Builds models. Is involved in martial arts, dance. 

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Revision activitiesV

VISUAL

Likes to picture work in head.

• Mind maps• Coloured notes and plans• Pictures• Flash cards• Watch subject DVDs and website video clips

A

AUDITORY

Likes to use words, hearing, reading and saying out loud work.

• Record notes• Read notes out loud• Use word association• Make up songs and rhymes• Talk through work in groups• Make up your own lecture / presentation

K

KINESTHETIC

Likes to learn by doing things

• Make & use things to help you learn (battle cards / flash cards)

• Role play – act things out • Memory games • Create lessons to teach others• Work in short blocks• Create multiple answer and fill in tests• Use interactive websites

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Skills

• Look back at examples of classwork

• Check with teacher• Practice papers

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Preparation• Don’t just practise until you get it right. Practise until you can’t get it wrong.

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• Where to revise?

• When to revise

• How to get involved

How to help

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Where to revise

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• Start early before brain gets tired.• Weekend, mornings in the half

term break• After school: quick break and then

start• Lesson and homework

opportunities• During exam week

When to revise

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How to get involved• Help with timetabling: help child

identify suitable times on calendar• Help with kit: index cards,

highlighters, folders• Set up the right environment• Take an interest: praise, encourage,

participate

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When revising…• Break session into manageable

chunks with a short planned break between them and a reward at the end.

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Look forActive revisionto suit your child….

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Supporting revision

1. Place: comfortabl

e but without

distractions.

2. Time:when brain

isn’t too tired.

3. Duration:25 minute

slots, maximum

of 4 slots in a row.

4. Precise task: at the end of this, I will know

‘avoir’.

5. Monitor: ask what’s being done

& be shown the final result.

6. Reward: hard work = treat.

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Final preparations• Encourage your child to use the

revision notes / aids they created as a quick recap tool before the exam.

• Most children find the day before to be best time for final preparations.

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Don’t panic

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After examinations• Be positive – it’s a learning

experience – we learn most from our mistakes.

• Ask your child what he / she did well

• Does your child know how to make it better next time?

• Let children recharge their batteries

• Staff feedback: class / individual