Remember, remember, the fifth of November! Guy Fawkes Night is an evening when some of you will brave the cold to watch spectacular fireworks displays. It’s a date that’s much easier to recall than everything you need to know for your mock exams! So, we’ve put together some top tips to help you remember, remember your studies just as easily as you do bonfire night.
1. Create a memory palace
Our expert memory hacks can really help you with remembering those tricky facts that just won't stick in your mind. Memory expert Dr Loaiza suggests making a story by linking words to objects in an imaginary room. This is known as a memory palace. This memory palace can help you visualise and remember sequences by recalling the objects and the word you've assigned to that object in your story.
2. Use flash cards correctly
Did you know that you might not be using flash cards correctly? According to learning scientist Dr Carolina, if you’re just reading your flashcards over and over again, you’re not getting the best use out of them. You should use the flashcards to test yourself instead. Use the keywords or question on the first side to prompt you, then try recalling from memory what’s on the other side. You can write down what you’ve recalled or just do it in your head. Repeat this until you get it spot-on every time!
3. Record voice notes
Our Mind Set students told us their top tips for remembering for exams. One student, Daniel, says his preferred method of revision was recording voice notes on his phone with questions and answers for his upcoming exams. You can then walk around listening to the voice notes through your headphones. Daniel says that this helps him remember the answers like he remember lyrics to songs.
These are just a few techniques you can use when revising, for loads more study tips and tricks you can head to our study skills pages.
If you need support
You should always tell someone about the things you’re worried about. You can tell a friend, parent, guardian, teacher, or another trusted adult. If you're struggling with your mental health, going to your GP can be a good place to start to find help. Your GP can let you know what support is available to you, suggest different types of treatment and offer regular check-ups to see how you’re doing.
If you’re in need of in-the-moment support you can contact Childline, where you can speak to a counsellor. Their lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
There are more links to helpful organisations on the BBC Bitesize Action Line page for young people.
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