Revision – The Exams Are Ages Yet ??
One of the easiest ways to retain learning is through revision. Best regarded as a continuous process of practice rather then that end of term or year rush – or panic! There are a number of great educational games used in school and at now at home and provide a great fun way to revise. Replacing the text book slog, these new games provide a stimulating way of recapping on the facts.
The CD ROM’s by Virtual Image cover a range of subjects and have been developed as a classroom lesson starter or “icebreaker” to get into the swing of the lesson. They are ideal to run through at home where parents, siblings and friends can join in the fun.
The revision game called “Geniass” is a unique and exceptional educational resource in the form of a board game. It is great fun to play, promotes personalised learning and improves exam grades at Key Stages 3 & 4. For 2 to 6 players, aged 11 to 16. There are 1500 questions and answers linked to the National Curriculum. Subjects include Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Religious studies.
They make great practical presents from relatives if you are stuck for ideas. Now if only they had these when I was a lad, I might have fared better in exams myself.
Alistair Owens
