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REVISION TIPS FOR GCSE AND A-LEVEL SUCCESS Aug 08, 2023

With it being the season of mock exams, revision and summer exams in the not too distant future I will be writing a series of blog posts on study skills to help you make the most of your time and to feel more positive and confident in your revision. 

I remember the sinking feeling I had for...

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HOW TO STAY MOTIVATED WHEN REVISING Aug 08, 2023

How to Stay Motivated?

Finding the motivation to continually revise, complete homework and read ahead in a subject can be very difficult to maintain.  At the start of your GCSEs and A-levels it is easy to be motivated as you are embracing a fresh start and a new challenge, but as the...

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STRUGGLING TO REMEMBER WHAT YOU LEARN? THIS COULD BE WHY Aug 08, 2023

Do you remember what you learnt in your first lesson of the day today?  Can you remember what you learnt in the first lesson of the day 2 or 3 days ago?  Do you remember what you learnt in your lessons on Monday 23rd September 2019?  You probably answered Yes, No, No to these...

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7 TOP REVISION TECHNIQUES BASED ON NEUROSCIENCE a-level advice Aug 08, 2023

Strategies for Exam Success

Your Brain

To know the best revision techniques, you must know how your brain works.  You have 86 billion neurones (nerve cells) in your brain.  Each neurone is connected to another neurone via a synapse, (the small gap between these...

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DO YOU STRUGGLE TO SLEEP? TOP TIPS TO IMPROVE SLEEP AND TO MAINTAIN YOUR CIRCADIAN RHYTHM. a-level advice Aug 08, 2023
READ MY TOP TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP AND UNDERSTAND HOW YOUR BODY CLOCK WORKS.

How many hours of sleep do you think you should be getting each night? Next, consider how many hours of sleep you get on average each night.

My poll on Instagram (@missestruchbiology) revealed that my followers...

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WE CAN DO HARD THINGS: SURVIVING THE JUMP FROM GCSE TO A-LEVEL Aug 08, 2023

Let’s discuss everything you need to know for summer A-level prep!

Congratulations! You have worked incredibly hard and are now moving up in the world from GCSE to A-Level. That’s an amazing achievement, so be sure to give yourself a pat on the back. 

It’s natural, after...

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FROM GCSES TO A-LEVELS: MINDSET AND STUDY TIPS a-level advice Aug 08, 2023

If you’re reading this, you’re likely preparing for the jump from GCSE to A-level, or you know someone who is, and are looking for tips on how to make this transition as smooth as possible. 

As an A-level biology teacher, I know firsthand how stressful this experience can be for...

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WHAT TO EXPECT IN A-LEVEL BIOLOGY: ADVICE FROM AN A-LEVEL BIOLOGY TEACHER a-level advice Aug 08, 2023

SO, YOU’VE DECIDED TO STUDY A-LEVEL BIOLOGY.

Great choice if I do say so myself! As an A-level biology teacher with over 10 years of experience, I can tell you a tip or two when it comes to figuring out what exactly to expect during your A-level biology journey.

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STUDYING FOR YOUR A-LEVELS? HERE’S HOW TO MANAGE YOUR TIME! a-level advice Aug 08, 2023

It’s important to look at your timetable as a whole when it comes to planning out your term, and how you’re going to stay on top of all of your assessments. Something that I have seen many A-level students do, is organise their time so that they can fit everything into each week....

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HOW DO YOU CREATE A CONCEPT MAP? REVISION TIPS WITH MISS ESTRUCH ✏️ a-level advice Aug 08, 2023

There are many different ways to go about revising your notes to help you study. One way I find extremely helpful, whether it be when revising for your GCSEs or A-levels is to use concept maps. 

WHAT IS A CONCEPT MAP? 

Concept maps are a revision strategy that presents your notes...

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HOW TO GET AN A* IN A-LEVEL BIOLOGY a-level advice Aug 08, 2023

Ready to get that A* that you’ve been aiming for? Or maybe you just want to boost your grade overall and need a little extra help. Either way – you’re in the right place! The main goal of my blog, my social channels, and my YouTube videos, is to help students improve their...

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HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR A-LEVEL BIOLOGY GRADE: USE THE SPECIFICATION a-level advice Aug 08, 2023

Ready to learn all the information on your specification, how you should be using this to revise, and how to learn more effectively to get you higher grades? Good! You’re in the right place. The specification is a great tool to use to improve your overall grade in a simple way, and...

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