Before you proceed, take a look at these top tips to help you revise productively!
Just getting on with revision is not always the smartest approach. Without organisation you may well lose track of time or track of the work you’ve covered. Instead, consider the time between now and the exam, think through how long you need to give to your maths revision per day/week and then commit to that program rigorously.
Your teachers have provided you with booklets that allow you to reflect on the topics you know well, partly or inadequately. Attempt past papers and make a careful note of the questions you cannot do. Use these guides to inform the revision topics you need to devote yourself to.
In the exam you work in silence, without an iPod or any other distractions. Get used to working in this kind of environment so that it not unfamiliar to you on the day. Find a quiet room at home or use the school library. Work in a room with plenty of natural light if possible otherwise make sure it is well artificially lit.
When attempting past papers, attempt them as though they were real exams. That means you’ll have a set length of time, no revision materials and no one to offer you help! Once you’ve finished, then analyse the paper and consider what you could and couldn’t do and whether you got the timings right.
Make sure you’ve got all the equipment you need to answer any maths question. That is, a scientific calculator, ruler, protractor, compasses, pens, sharp pencils etc. Also, you might want to get hold of a revision guide from the school shop so that you’ve got a quick prompt to hand when you need it.
You can’t learn how to be a good footballer. You have to play lots of football to become a good player. The same principal applies if you want to be a good mathematician. You can’t just learn maths from a revision guide; you have to practice as many questions as you can. This will help you grow in confidence too.