How many hours should I be studying for my January Y12 Mocks??
I know its quality over quantity, but it gives me a rough estimate into how much I should be doing anyway, I've looked over a few flashcards but nothings really stuck and its stressing me out so bad, I really want to get A*s (obviously) but I know this is unrealistic since I can barely recall specific examples, I know overview generally of the content but I struggle with dates and actual figures and names of sociologists (I study history, politics, sociology) and I want to impress my teachers...
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
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by erinazI know its quality over quantity, but it gives me a rough estimate into how much I should be doing anyway, I've looked over a few flashcards but nothings really stuck and its stressing me out so bad, I really want to get A*s (obviously) but I know this is unrealistic since I can barely recall specific examples, I know overview generally of the content but I struggle with dates and actual figures and names of sociologists (I study history, politics, sociology) and I want to impress my teachers...
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
Hello,
i hope you are doing well!!
i understand your struggles and worries, as i have gone through the exact same thing when i was in sixth form.
I would recommend finding your study style first, everyone studies differently and it can be quite stressful at times, try different study styles first and see which works better for you, check out this link and have a read about the different styles and try the ones you like: https://bau.edu/blog/types-of-learning-styles/ .
Finding a proper routine is important too, sleeping at 5am isn't ideal for anyone, but especially for someone your age, if you try getting into a good routine, you may find studying easier too and it will help you more in terms of your memory too.
when i was in sixth form i found disciplining myself and falling into a routine helped me the most, when i'd come home from school i'd have a meal and make sure my study space was tidy then at around 6pm i'd start studying until around 8 or 8:30pm at which point i'd have my dinner and wind down for the evening. studying too much at once and putting extreme pressure on myself, never helped me - as it won't anyone.
let me know which styles you tried and if they helped you at all!!
thanks,
sanam - coventry university - Forensic Investigations
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by erinazI know its quality over quantity, but it gives me a rough estimate into how much I should be doing anyway, I've looked over a few flashcards but nothings really stuck and its stressing me out so bad, I really want to get A*s (obviously) but I know this is unrealistic since I can barely recall specific examples, I know overview generally of the content but I struggle with dates and actual figures and names of sociologists (I study history, politics, sociology) and I want to impress my teachers...
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
prioritise a good sleep schedule. revise a couple of hours per day
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by Coventry University Student AmbassadorsHello,
i hope you are doing well!!
i understand your struggles and worries, as i have gone through the exact same thing when i was in sixth form.
I would recommend finding your study style first, everyone studies differently and it can be quite stressful at times, try different study styles first and see which works better for you, check out this link and have a read about the different styles and try the ones you like: https://bau.edu/blog/types-of-learning-styles/ .
Finding a proper routine is important too, sleeping at 5am isn't ideal for anyone, but especially for someone your age, if you try getting into a good routine, you may find studying easier too and it will help you more in terms of your memory too.
when i was in sixth form i found disciplining myself and falling into a routine helped me the most, when i'd come home from school i'd have a meal and make sure my study space was tidy then at around 6pm i'd start studying until around 8 or 8:30pm at which point i'd have my dinner and wind down for the evening. studying too much at once and putting extreme pressure on myself, never helped me - as it won't anyone.
let me know which styles you tried and if they helped you at all!!
thanks,
sanam - coventry university - Forensic Investigations
i hope you are doing well!!
i understand your struggles and worries, as i have gone through the exact same thing when i was in sixth form.
I would recommend finding your study style first, everyone studies differently and it can be quite stressful at times, try different study styles first and see which works better for you, check out this link and have a read about the different styles and try the ones you like: https://bau.edu/blog/types-of-learning-styles/ .
Finding a proper routine is important too, sleeping at 5am isn't ideal for anyone, but especially for someone your age, if you try getting into a good routine, you may find studying easier too and it will help you more in terms of your memory too.
when i was in sixth form i found disciplining myself and falling into a routine helped me the most, when i'd come home from school i'd have a meal and make sure my study space was tidy then at around 6pm i'd start studying until around 8 or 8:30pm at which point i'd have my dinner and wind down for the evening. studying too much at once and putting extreme pressure on myself, never helped me - as it won't anyone.
let me know which styles you tried and if they helped you at all!!
thanks,
sanam - coventry university - Forensic Investigations
one of my teachers sent a revision list saying we should aim to complete at least half of the questions (they were all 25 markers) and i think im gonna try and use what u said cause tbh i was never gonna do 7 hrs a day nor waking up at 5 am ive tried before but id just fall asleep.
thanks for replying
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by erinazI know its quality over quantity, but it gives me a rough estimate into how much I should be doing anyway, I've looked over a few flashcards but nothings really stuck and its stressing me out so bad, I really want to get A*s (obviously) but I know this is unrealistic since I can barely recall specific examples, I know overview generally of the content but I struggle with dates and actual figures and names of sociologists (I study history, politics, sociology) and I want to impress my teachers...
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
Same, I do history and politics asw. For me, it's good sleep and little but often. Spamming too many dates or specific examples isn't useful so I try learning and memorising 25 a day and reviewing that in a week
. Otherwise, if you're distracted often (which I am way too much ibr), play some soothing music or take a short break to refocus. Hope that helps.Reply 5
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by erinazI know its quality over quantity, but it gives me a rough estimate into how much I should be doing anyway, I've looked over a few flashcards but nothings really stuck and its stressing me out so bad, I really want to get A*s (obviously) but I know this is unrealistic since I can barely recall specific examples, I know overview generally of the content but I struggle with dates and actual figures and names of sociologists (I study history, politics, sociology) and I want to impress my teachers...
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
how have you been motivated? I've made a revision timetable but I get distracted and start revising late at night and take long breaks which means I often sleep at 5am and wake up at 1/2pm the following day.
tips would be appreciated
Hi,
I’d recommend creating a flexible timetable so you can balance all your subjects without burning out. Using active recall resources like flashcards and summary mind maps can really help, especially for remembering key dates, theories, and sociologists.
As someone who studied A-level Sociology, I’d recommend using the PEEALE structure (Point, Evidence, Explain, Analysis, Link, Evaluate AO3) when practicing questions. This strategy helped me gain a mark from an A* as I used it across 30 markers for topics. Practicing timed essays, reading examiner reports, and watching YouTube videos/ reading around your subjects can also boost your understanding and confidence.
You could also try changing your study setting to help focus, rewarding yourself after revising, and using the Pomodoro method (short, focused sessions with breaks) to stay on track.
Hope this helps, wishing you all the best
Tayba
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