I need help. Im in year 11

Idk how to make revision notes properly how can I??? Please I need help.
Subjects I do:
Combined science
Maths
English lit/lang
RS
French
Computer science
Geography

Hey,
As someone who also found it hard to know where to start when doing revision notes i understand. Here is what I did.
1)I chose to write all my notes by hand as there are studies that show it helps you to remember more than just typing it all out.
2)Try to stick to writing down key information. I tend to write information down as its being taught then after class going through and pick out the key bits that I'm either more likely to forget or that i need to look at more as I'm unsure about it.
3)Keep Organized. When doing revision notes for multiple subjects I like to color code e.g. Red Notebook for Math's, Blue Notebook for Geography. That way my notes aren't jumbled together. I know its not always feesible to have that many notebooks so you could also get one big folder and keep your notes for each subject in each file slot.
4)Method. Each person has different methods for how they write their notes so you want to find one that works for you whether that be note taking, making revision cards, even just talking with friends doing the same subject about what they understand and what they need help with is good.
5)Visual Aids. If you're a visual learner, like i am, making mind maps and things like using color in your notes to help them stand out is good.
6)Practice. Sometimes I find the best way to take notes is to practice with past papers. This would give you a sense of what types of questions they might ask, the way the questions will be formatted and what knowledge they are looking for. Especially with French. My sister took Spanish and would just walk around the house and speak Spanish in her everyday life to help her practice with the speaking part of the exam.
Hope that is helpful. If you have any questions let me know.

Hey,
Thanks for replying!! These are amazing tips. But I do have questions sorry about that. You know tip two did U write key info from what U learn from year 11 or from both yr 11 and 10? Also how do you know if you write too more or two less??? Also I need help making mind maps. Like I don't know exactly how to do them and make them useful.
Thank you for giving helpful advice!

Idk how to make revision notes properly how can I??? Please I need help.
Subjects I do:
Combined science
Maths
English lit/lang
RS
French
Computer science
Geography

Hey! Have you tried making flashcards. They're really good for small snippets of information, like facts or a particular question technique. Also you could make them into longer questions if you prefer. I personally find flashcards really useful for revision. Trust me, you don't need to feel you're confined to writing long documents of notes, often the simpler the better.

Hey.
1) I used key information from both year 10 and 11. I asked my teachers in each subject for a copy of the specification (Syllabus) which was basically a document that had information on the topics that might be in the exam and went from there to decide what notes i needed.
2) can i double check what you mean by "Also how do you know if you write too more or two less???"
If you mean like how do you know if you're writing too much or not enough that's really up to you. Some people are able to get by by writing very simple notes that they can use to just jog their memory others need more context and therefore their notes are longer.
for more advice I would visit this website ( https://www.studyseed.co.uk/how-to-take-better-notes-for-effective-revision-and-study-organisation ) It shows you a great way to organize your notes like the image below.

3) In terms of mind maps this website ( https://www.gcse.guru/revision-tips-and-techniques/how-to-create-and-use-mind-maps/#:~:text=The%20main%20subject%2C%20topic%20or,when%20creating%20a%20mind%20map. ) has some great advice on how to get started.
I've also attached an example of a good mind map below.

Let me know if there's anything else i can help with.

Hey!
1)I'll do that on Monday! Thank you!!
2) And yes U were right! But I totally understand thanks!
3) Thank you so much for these webs, you rlly helped alot! Can I ask would I have to pay for these webs or anything???

Idk how to make revision notes properly how can I??? Please I need help.
Subjects I do:
Combined science
Maths
English lit/lang
RS
French
Computer science
Geography

Idk how to make revision notes properly how can I??? Please I need help.
Subjects I do:
Combined science
Maths
English lit/lang
RS
French
Computer science
Geography

Creating effective revision notes can make a huge difference in how well you understand and retain information. Here’s a simple guide to help you get started:
1. Organize Your Notes:
- Subject by Subject: Start by separating your notes into different subjects.
- Topic by Topic: Within each subject, break down the content into specific topics or units.
2. Use Different Techniques:
- Summarize Key Points: Write down the main ideas and important details in your own words. This helps with understanding and memory.
- Create Mind Maps: Visualize information by drawing mind maps that connect different concepts.
- Use Flashcards: For subjects like languages or Computer Science, flashcards can help with memorizing vocabulary, formulas, or key concepts.
- Make Diagrams and Charts: For Geography or Science, drawing diagrams and charts can make complex information easier to understand.
3. Incorporate Active Learning:
- Practice Questions: Use past papers or practice questions to test your knowledge.
- Teach Someone Else: Explain concepts to a friend or family member. Teaching is a great way to reinforce your understanding.
4. Be Consistent:
- Regular Updates: Keep your notes up-to-date with any new information or corrections.
- Review Regularly: Schedule regular revision sessions to go over your notes and reinforce what you’ve learned.
5. Use a Variety of Resources:
- Textbooks and Class Notes: Start with your textbooks and class notes as your primary resources.
- Online Resources: Websites like Khan Academy or BBC Bitesize can provide additional explanations and practice.
6. Make It Engaging:
- Highlight and Color Code: Use different colors for different types of information or to highlight key points.
- Be Creative: Use diagrams, mnemonics, or even create songs or rhymes to remember information.
7. Personalize Your Notes:
- Find What Works for You: Experiment with different methods to see what helps you understand and remember information best.
- Stay Organized: Use folders, binders, or digital tools to keep everything neatly organized.
8. Subject-Specific Tips:
- Combined Science: Make summary sheets for each topic and practice applying concepts to different scenarios.
- Maths: Create a formula sheet and practice solving problems.
- English Lit/Lang: Summarize key themes, character analyses, and literary devices. Practice essay plans and critical analysis.
- RS: Outline key arguments, religious concepts, and ethical theories.
- French: Focus on vocabulary, grammar rules, and practice writing and speaking.
- Computer Science: Summarize algorithms, data structures, and programming concepts.
- Geography: Use diagrams for processes and systems, and summarize case studies.
Good luck with your revision! If you need more specific tips for any of your subjects, just let me know.
im in yr11 aswell so i get ur struggle

Hii,
Usually for content heavy subjects where there's so much to remember, I like to go through the subject topic by topic and I do my best to summarise the entire topic in 1-2 sheets of paper so that the content isn't such an overwhelming amount.
To do this I use the specification which helps to section my notes into sub-topics which also helps keep everything organised and neat and in order to actually make my notes I use my revision guides and online resources/yt channels and just annotate on the pages of the revision guide so I have all the info from different sources in one place. From there I just filter out what is explicitly mentioned in the spec and also which info is covered in mark schemes from past papers and that's what I use for my notes.
I like to making my notes 'mark-scheme friendly' so I embed the mark scheme into my notes that way I know it's effective and usually the mark scheme most years cover very similar points, and those points are reused in almost every year's paper so that surprisingly cuts down the amount of notes I have to learn.
You could also make your notes more visually appealing so that it's easier to learn them, although don't spend too much time thinking about the aesthetic, moreover just pick one highlighter colour to use for that one topic and when you make your notes use the highlighter to outline key diagrams or underline key terms so that they stick in your head better. With that being said, diagrams and abbreviations are a great way to cut down on the length of notes and also help make them a bit more visual. For example you could use arrows to link points together or the '+' symbol instead of using 'and'.
Now of course sometimes having sheets of notes for every single topic of every single subject can seem very boring to learn so you could switch it up for some subjects and use mindmaps instead to visually link the content.
It's also very important to keep annotating/changing your notes whenever there's something important to note; for example if you have an end of topic test or a mock paper and you don't do so well in one particular topic, always use that exam's mark scheme to add to your existing notes to make it that much more effective so you've learnt from any mistakes and you made sure you would be able to tackle any similar questions that come up in the future.
I hope I helped and good luck!

@CaitPaige5 @NotRike @JF ZAK @lifehappens Thank you for your help. I really do appreciate it. U spent ur time replying so thank you. I will do these ideas and let u know. I did have a gyg but I gave up on it so who knows I might make one. (I need alot of ppl tho to follow along tho. Bcuz last time I did it It was only my friends I'm not complaining but it would be nice to see other ppl join and have fun too and go thru their journey asw with me) If ur not a member U should be. There's so many lovely people on it. But yet again thank you all! Good luck on Ur GCSES or for whatever is coming Ur way. 😎😁♥️❤️(make sure you relax!)