Revision, revision, revision

It is Thursday night of the reading week and my notes are everywhere.

 

 The weather gave us lovely surprise and we had snow!!!!

In the second week of January I started a GCSE English course. Every Tuesday afternoon I’m in college for 4 hours. The course is interesting but very intense at the same time. It is a long day in University and then college, sometimes I think it’s too much and I have my doubts and ask myself why I put myself through this ;-/
It’s hard...working two days a week, studying full time education in a second language and doing an extra course in college. The choices we make in our life are not easy, especially if we want to achieve something valuable and it costs us time and hard work. Since I can remember, I have always wanted to be a teacher. My Mum is a Primary Teacher and she passed on to me her passion about teaching, she is my role model. 

 It is only a few days left until my first exam. I have done plenty of reading and looked through my notes over and over and over again. Now, I just have to stay positive and hope for the best. 

Educating my language

I would like to share with you one of the websites which helps me practice grammar, spelling and punctuation to improve my English language. The Learn English site is part of the British Council website, which offers free help and support in learning English language. There is a huge amount of resources such as games, tests, jokes, quizzes and videos. This centre is suitable for all learners, from children to adults. Everyone can find something interesting and practical for their needs. The practical tests are designed in a variety of levels: beginner, elementary, intermediate and advanced. 

 

 

The learning centre also offers free apps on smart phones which I can use on my smart phone. This is very helpful because I can learn and practice grammar using my smart phone anywhere I want.  The Learn English website provides help in business and in work. There are a variety of podcasts and articles on professional topics. This website offers activities to help improve the professional language vocabulary in a specific workplace. 

As part of my university journey, I have to enhance and progress my vocabulary, grammar and academic writing. I found this website very helpful and enjoyable.

Revision tips

Three weeks left until my first exam!!! I'm so stressed already but I’m trying to control my nerves  :-/ I don’t know where to start and how to get ready for this exam. English is my second language therefore I have to spend more time revising and memorising materials. In one of the study skills handbooks I have read the chapter - "Revision and Exam", and decided to share with you my revision tips.

 Revision tips for exam

         Be organise

      Prepare your notes

         Make short notes with main key points

         Read notes over and over again

        Make diagrams, tables or mind map

        Plan your revision time

        Revise with friend or colleague

        Stay healthy – drink plenty of water and have regular meals

       Make sure that you have plenty of breaks, sleep and outdoor activities

         Think and stay positive :-)

 

....Christmas....

           ******Christmas time *********

 

I can’t believe how quickly this few months has gone. First term is over and I’m half way through my first year in my university journey ;-) Looking back, it was hard to manage and organise my time with work, study and time for myself. Now, I have three weeks break for the most wonderful time of the year – Christmas!!!! I’m very excited this year because I’m going home to Poland to spend Christmas with my family. All presents are wrapped and packed in my suitcase ready for Sunday.

I would like to wish all bloggers 

a very Merry Christmas and the happy New Year