Revolutionising Revision: empowering learners to achieve success

This course introduces teachers to the principles that underpin effective study and provides practical, evidence-based strategies to help every student become an independent, self-regulated learner. It explores how effective study habits can improve long-term retention, boost motivation, and empower learners to take ownership of their progress.

Teachers will learn how to demystify revision by explicitly modelling and embedding high-impact techniques that make study more purposeful and successful. The course highlights how effective study skills not only improve classroom outcomes but also prepare students for future learning and life beyond school.

Key themes include:

– Understanding the principles of effective study and revision
– Building independent, self-regulated learning habits
– Helping students use retrieval, spacing, and elaboration effectively
– Making revision purposeful, manageable, and engaging
– Linking study skills to learners’ aspirations and future goals

Course outcome: Teachers will have a range of practical tools to model, teach, and reinforce effective study behaviours, helping students become confident, motivated, and lifelong learners.