Mindmaps

Effective Exam Preparation

The key to effective exam preparation lies in the following key aspects:

• Explore paper questions (brainstorming)

• Create structured sample answers alone or in groups

• Organise class materials (notes from lectures, your own readings, chapter summaries, etc.) to make them memorable. Check procedures.

• Use mindmaps (the concept was created by Tony Buzan), a well-known technique for enhancing the amount of information you want to recall.

• For more on mindmaps visit: Mindmapping UK where you can find information on how to do mindmaps and download mindmapping software. Examples of mindmaps  and easy tips.

• Prepare an exam template that includes the following:

1.      Introduction    2.      Main body of text     3.      Conclusion    4.      Bibliography

NarrativeStructureMindmap 

(Open the mindmap above to be able to click on the words and link to other information sites)

The author and his/her work      Connections & Disconnections (lines of conflict)

ConnectionsMindmap

   

Individual vs Self: Identity