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anyone got any tip before the test?? it will happen at march the 5th
what is the best way to achieve my best grade possible?
what is the best way to achieve my best grade possible?
Moonbear said:You Brits all talk funny. Revise is what we do to fix mistakes. To prepare for an exam, we study.
You can visit the biology forum if you need help with concepts, but I have no idea what a GCSE exam even is, so can't help much with that part. I'd be very disappointed if whatever it is could be passed just with memorization, though.
Kurdt said:Check out some past papers.
http://www.aqa.org.uk/qual/gcse/sci_da_m_assess.php
We revise because we revisit things already covered in class
Moonbear said:Wow, what educational level is that meant for? Those are some of the easiest biology exam questions I've ever seen. I don't think I've seen anything that easy since elementary school (which would be appropriate if that is given to elementary students). "This is a picture of a rabbit." That had me cracking up!
Kurdt said:Thats aimed at 16 years olds. There are three tiers you may notice. Perhaps a look at the syllabus would have been better but to me there's not much difference between tiers.
Moonbear said:I was rather shocked, though, that they make you take a fill-in-the-bubble exam with a PEN! And then go into elaborate instructions on what to do if you change your mind, and then change your mind again. Why don't they just require pencil so you can erase if you change your mind?
That would be interesting. My strategy on any I didn't know then would be to mark them all and pick one as a final answer and hope to get credit for guessing. I do feel sorry for my students, though, when I see they wrote the correct answer initially and then crossed it out and put the wrong one. I can't give them credit for it, because they clearly didn't know it well enough if they changed the answer, but I do sympathize.Kurdt said:Because I think (but I'm not sure) that you can get credit for getting the right answer but crossing it out and putting something else.
EDIT: That makes no sense. I'm thinking of a different exam
Any way, those ones with the circles are marked by computer so I guess black ink is compulsory for the scanner to see it properly.
Moonbear said:Do you get the answer sheets back? Maybe it's to prevent cheating by changing the answer after getting the exam back and then contesting the grading? (In larger courses where this is occassionally a problem, we just xerox the answer sheets before turning them back).
The best study techniques for maximizing your GCSE Biology grade include practicing past papers, creating flashcards, summarizing notes, and teaching the material to someone else. It is also important to have a consistent study schedule and take breaks to avoid burnout.
To improve your understanding of difficult concepts in GCSE Biology, you can try using visual aids such as diagrams or videos, discussing the concepts with a classmate or teacher, and seeking additional resources such as textbooks or online tutorials. It may also be helpful to break the concept down into smaller, more manageable parts for easier comprehension.
Common mistakes to avoid on the GCSE Biology exam include not reading the question carefully, not managing your time effectively, and not fully understanding the command words used in the exam (e.g. compare, describe, evaluate). It is also important to thoroughly revise all topics and not rely on memorization of key terms without understanding their meaning.
To stay motivated while studying for the GCSE Biology exam, it can be helpful to set achievable goals, reward yourself for progress made, and remind yourself of the importance of the exam for your future academic and career goals. It may also be helpful to study with a friend or join a study group for support and accountability.
While it is important to have a thorough understanding of all topics covered in the GCSE Biology curriculum, some areas that are commonly tested on the exam include genetics, ecology, and human biology. It is also important to pay attention to the specific learning objectives and content outlined by your teacher or exam board. Focus on areas where you feel less confident and practice answering related exam-style questions.