Wednesday 21 November 2007

The spinning lady


The two halves of your brain are associated with different functions and to revise best you need to utilise both halves. Look here for the spinning lady and more information.

Revision websites

A list of a few revision websites for you:
http://revisioncentre.co.uk/gcse/geography/index.html

www.georesources.co.uk

http://www.geobytesgcse.blogspot.com/ (good for case studies)

http://www.geobytes.org.uk/ (includes downloadable revision flash cards and podcasts)

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/geography/


http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/audio/geography/index.shtml if you prefer podcasts to help you revise!

http://geocrest.podomatic.com/ three case studies here as podcasts

http://www.s-cool.co.uk/topic_index.asp?subject_id=20&d=0

http://www.bennett.karoo/net/gcse/revision.htmIl
As well as a 'revision audit' and examples of a revision card and mind map, this site contains questions, mark sheets and interactive multiple choice quizzes for foundation level.

There are probably lots more that I've missed. Why not let me know if you find a good revision site?

Sunday 18 November 2007

Revision timetables

Need blank planners to help you organise your revision? There are lots available on the web (or you can create your own). Try these from the BBC as a starting point:

Weekly revision planner can be found here

How do you revise?



If you haven't already got your revision guidance booklet (not just for Geography) you can download it from the school website using the link here