The Practical Guide to Revision Techniques - Softcover

Simon Percival

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1855392011 ISBN 13: 9781855392014

Publisher: Network Continuum Education, 2005

Synopsis

This is the ultimate handy guide for anyone who is looking for more effective ways to revise. Packed with simple ideas that have been used successfully by students over many years, it provides: ? 35 tried-and-tested practical revision techniques to dip into and try out ? clear step-by-step instructions ? interactive explanations of how we remember information ? advice on how to personalise revision techniques to suit your individual learning preferences. Each of the techniques is clearly and attractively presented in full colour. Fully explained examples show how to put the ideas into effective action. The Practical Guide to Revision Techniques is a must for any student who'd like to understand more about their memory and how to use it more powerfully, not only for exams but in years to come.

About this title

About the Author

Simon Percival is a writer and a trainer in Accelerated Learning. His own teaching experience encompasses secondary, sixth form, TEFL and prison education, all of which he draws upon in his training days. He is a frequent visitor to UK schools, where he chronicles the application of Accelerated Learning throughout the country. Simon is currently working on a series of books for children that utilises Accelerated Learning and Thinking Skills to assist cross-curricular education.'

From the Inside Flap

Do you know what the word revision means? Do you know how to revise? Author Simon Percival didn t either. He messed up his exams at 16 but went on to gain a first class honours degree without giving up his social life. So what made the difference in his results? He d discovered how to revise successfully.

In this book he passes on 35 winning techniques which students have tried and tested over many years. Each one is clearly laid out with step-by-step instructions and an example. Some will appeal to you, some won t, but you can use and benefit from the techniques to enjoy exam success. Dip in, select what you fancy and give them a go.

Best of luck with your revision!

Edition details

• Publisher: Network Continuum Education
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1855392011
• ISBN 13: 9781855392014
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 72