Original post by pdha
Hey there! Good luck starting y13. i would say keep practicing essay writing and get ur notes in check. I can message you the resources i use!
Hey mate, thank you for replying, please do send the resources you used
Original post by kmat1893
Hey mate, thank you for replying, please do send the resources you used
sent them by message!
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Hi, I did AQA economics back in 2022 and got an A*. If your school has a subscription, UpLearn was very useful for revision (but I didn't find it useful for learning content for the first time, it didn't go into too much depth). I did most of my learning in the classroom and then just did a lot of practise questions. Planning essays was the most useful learning activity imo. It ensures that you gain a good understanding of the models, diagrams, and the theory you need to examine policy.
In short, my best advice is to just start working through past exam papers sooner rather than later. Physics and Maths tutor has past economics exams that you can use, and there are plenty of other resources online for other exam boards.
Finally, very strong recommendation for Econplusdal's YouTube videos. They explain things with as much depth and clarity as you could ever hope for. As a current Econ student at uni, I still go back every now and again to refresh my memory of basic topics using his videos. (he also separates his videos by exam board, so you you could look for only his OCR content if you wanted to).
In short, my best advice is to just start working through past exam papers sooner rather than later. Physics and Maths tutor has past economics exams that you can use, and there are plenty of other resources online for other exam boards.
Finally, very strong recommendation for Econplusdal's YouTube videos. They explain things with as much depth and clarity as you could ever hope for. As a current Econ student at uni, I still go back every now and again to refresh my memory of basic topics using his videos. (he also separates his videos by exam board, so you you could look for only his OCR content if you wanted to).
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Original post by SiberianLIGER
Hi, I did AQA economics back in 2022 and got an A*. If your school has a subscription, UpLearn was very useful for revision (but I didn't find it useful for learning content for the first time, it didn't go into too much depth). I did most of my learning in the classroom and then just did a lot of practise questions. Planning essays was the most useful learning activity imo. It ensures that you gain a good understanding of the models, diagrams, and the theory you need to examine policy.
In short, my best advice is to just start working through past exam papers sooner rather than later. Physics and Maths tutor has past economics exams that you can use, and there are plenty of other resources online for other exam boards.
Finally, very strong recommendation for Econplusdal's YouTube videos. They explain things with as much depth and clarity as you could ever hope for. As a current Econ student at uni, I still go back every now and again to refresh my memory of basic topics using his videos. (he also separates his videos by exam board, so you you could look for only his OCR content if you wanted to).
In short, my best advice is to just start working through past exam papers sooner rather than later. Physics and Maths tutor has past economics exams that you can use, and there are plenty of other resources online for other exam boards.
Finally, very strong recommendation for Econplusdal's YouTube videos. They explain things with as much depth and clarity as you could ever hope for. As a current Econ student at uni, I still go back every now and again to refresh my memory of basic topics using his videos. (he also separates his videos by exam board, so you you could look for only his OCR content if you wanted to).
Did you use your textbook much ?
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Original post by kmat1893
Did you use your textbook much ?
It would probably benefit you to have one, but when I was studying there was no good AQA textbook so I only used it to make sure I was learning the right stuff. If OCR has a good textbook then use it for sure. (My problem with the AQA textbook was that all the content was too shallow. Econplusdal and other sources go into a lot more depth).
However, the textbook did have some good case studies and I'm sure the OCR one does too.
Original post by SiberianLIGER
It would probably benefit you to have one, but when I was studying there was no good AQA textbook so I only used it to make sure I was learning the right stuff. If OCR has a good textbook then use it for sure. (My problem with the AQA textbook was that all the content was too shallow. Econplusdal and other sources go into a lot more depth).
However, the textbook did have some good case studies and I'm sure the OCR one does too.
However, the textbook did have some good case studies and I'm sure the OCR one does too.
Did you make notes/flashcards for each topic ? did you buy any of econ plus dal books as well ?
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Original post by kmat1893
Did you make notes/flashcards for each topic ? did you buy any of econ plus dal books as well ?
I didn't make flashcards and I only had notes from school classes. You may be different, and I am not recommending that you follow exactly what I did. I just found it to be most useful to spend that time doing more practise questions instead.
I did not buy any of econplusdal's books. I think that his videos are more than enough as revision resources. Ultimately, you should follow what you have found to be most effective for yourself in the past. You may benefit more from taking in-depth notes. You have time to experiment a bit with how you study.
Original post by SiberianLIGER
I didn't make flashcards and I only had notes from school classes. You may be different, and I am not recommending that you follow exactly what I did. I just found it to be most useful to spend that time doing more practise questions instead.
I did not buy any of econplusdal's books. I think that his videos are more than enough as revision resources. Ultimately, you should follow what you have found to be most effective for yourself in the past. You may benefit more from taking in-depth notes. You have time to experiment a bit with how you study.
I did not buy any of econplusdal's books. I think that his videos are more than enough as revision resources. Ultimately, you should follow what you have found to be most effective for yourself in the past. You may benefit more from taking in-depth notes. You have time to experiment a bit with how you study.
Appreciate your advice
Original post by kmat1893
Hey There,
I am finishing year 12, for a level economics student who are A/A* grade, what resources are you using and what is your advice for revising a level economics
I am finishing year 12, for a level economics student who are A/A* grade, what resources are you using and what is your advice for revising a level economics
seen this a bit late but if you're in y12 and doing AQA/OCR, the best thing you can do is prepare with tons of real world examples and evaluation points and also finding as many MCQs as you can to test your knowledge.
There was this website I used during my a levels that sold sort of like an all-inclusive economics pack for pretty cheap like mcq packs, application etc. If you want the link, I can send it over im sure theres more up to date stuff included (just a suggestion but id highly recommend looking into it if you wanna be sharp for next year)
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Original post by hsbdbss
seen this a bit late but if you're in y12 and doing AQA/OCR, the best thing you can do is prepare with tons of real world examples and evaluation points and also finding as many MCQs as you can to test your knowledge.
There was this website I used during my a levels that sold sort of like an all-inclusive economics pack for pretty cheap like mcq packs, application etc. If you want the link, I can send it over im sure theres more up to date stuff included (just a suggestion but id highly recommend looking into it if you wanna be sharp for next year)
There was this website I used during my a levels that sold sort of like an all-inclusive economics pack for pretty cheap like mcq packs, application etc. If you want the link, I can send it over im sure theres more up to date stuff included (just a suggestion but id highly recommend looking into it if you wanna be sharp for next year)
hi! please would it be possible to have this link to the website you've mentioned?
Original post by wonder_greernn
hi! please would it be possible to have this link to the website you've mentioned?
yeah ofc here it is
https://linktr.ee/mftutoring
hope that helps you
Original post by pdha
sent them by message!
hi I was wondering if I could get the notes too pls?
Reply 15
Original post by hsbdbss
thank you sm!
Reply 16
Original post by pdha
Hey there! Good luck starting y13. i would say keep practicing essay writing and get ur notes in check. I can message you the resources i use!
Hey, I would really appreciate it if you could send these to me too. Thanks!
Reply 17
Original post by pdha
Hey there! Good luck starting y13. i would say keep practicing essay writing and get ur notes in check. I can message you the resources i use!
hi, I'm in year 13 and my exams are soon, is there anyway you could send me your resources too?
Original post by hsbdbss
Hey I know it’s been a while I bought this can I asked how you actually went through them I’m a bit lost on how to start especially with the micro exam in 2 weeks
Original post by kmat1893
Hey There,
I am finishing year 12, for a level economics student who are A/A* grade, what resources are you using and what is your advice for revising a level economics
I am finishing year 12, for a level economics student who are A/A* grade, what resources are you using and what is your advice for revising a level economics
Econ plus dal and write essays based on exam technique and structure always link your essay points to the question and use a good structure of analysis and eval if you feel a diagram can illustrate your analysis add it whether specified or not always make a judgement at the end of your 12. 8 and 25 markers if they say use of stimulus material USE IT IN THE ESSAY. always use real world examples and explain how the essay with the example answers the question in questions of extended response the better the depth of analysis and eval as well as judgment linked to the question the better the essay standing lastly USE ECONOMIC TERMS AS MUCH AS YOU CAN AND EXPLAIN EACH ONE YOU USE AND HOW IT APPLIES TO THE QUESTION
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