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Life Orientation: Life Skills NQF 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Investigate examination writing skills Module 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com *see terms and conditions

Think about it… • What is the purpose of writing a test or exam? • Are some study techniques more effective than others? • What is the difference between wisdom & knowledge? Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Mathematics NQF Level 2 Click above to play this video. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Unit 6.1 Study techniques & exam writing skills Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

What are skills & techniques? • Skill = an ability developed through practice & experience. • Technique = system of using skills to get a task done. • Study goals:  Understand & utilise.  Remember & reproduce.  Absorb & apply. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Good study techniques 10 Test yourself 9 Interact 1 Review 8 Use memory 2 Read aids Ways to study for an exam 7 Create 3 Underline visual aids 5 Analyse 4 Question 6 Summarise Figure 6.2: A mind map showing good study techniques Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Good study techniques Refer to Table 6.1 in your Student’s Book for descriptions of different study techniques. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Good exam writing skills • Plan your time. • Identify what is being asked:  Read the question a few times.  Underline question words. • Check how much is required:  Read the question carefully.  Check the mark allocation. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Good exam writing skills • Clearly present what is being asked:  Use exact numbering.  Leave 2–3 lines between questions.  Use full sentences for paragraphs & essays.  Structure longer answers. Figure 6.5: If you have expected other questions, don’t be tempted to give their answers instead. You won’t get marks for it Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Good exam writing skills • Present answers in an examiner-friendly way:  Try to write neatly.  Try to answer questions in the correct order (leave space & come back if you’re unsure).  Do all planning on the last page & draw a line through it once you’re done. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Mathematics NQF Level 2 Click above to play this video. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.1 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this unit – and analyse your study techniques and exam writing skills – by completing Learning activity 6.1 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Unit 6.2 Hints for writing exams Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Typical exam writing errors • Exam errors cause lost marks, wasted time & increased stress. • Refer to Case studies 6.1 & 6.2 in your Student’s Book to see examples of typical exam errors. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Typical exam writing errors • Exam errors include:  Poor planning & preparation  Anxiety & stress  Distractedness  Poor writing style  Wrong & poor content  Carelessness  Wordiness  Cheating. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Typical exam writing errors Refer to Table 6.3 in your Student’s Book for examples of typical exam errors & possible causes. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.2 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this section – and identify exam errors that you’ve made Downloaded – by completing Learning from activity 6.2 in your hlayiso.com Student’s Book. Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Hints for preparing for the exam • Manage your time wisely. • Choose a suitable place to study. • Engage with the content. Figure 6.11: Wearing soundless headphones could help to block out distractions Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Hints for the day before the exam • Don’t cram. • Get enough sleep. • Check the details (date, time, venue & subject). • Confirm your transport. • Pack your belongings. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Hints for the day of the exam • Drink enough water. • Eat a good breakfast. • Arrive with time to spare. • Go to the toilet. Figure 6.15: Have a satisfying protein-rich meal that won’t spike your blood sugar levels Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Hints for during the exam • Keep your desk clear. • Be considerate. • Be respectful. • Keep calm. • Tidy up. • Exit quietly. Figure 6.16: If you are seen using your cellphone in the exam, it will be confiscated and your paper will be disqualified Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.3 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this section by completing Learning activity 6.3 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Unit 6.3 Words used in exam questions Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Verbs used in exam questions • Advise (suggest; recommend): say what should be done & why • Analyse (examine; inspect): break down into main parts • Calculate (solve; work out): work out number or value • Comment (discuss; interpret; point out): state a fact or opinion • Compare (distinguish; relate to): see similarities & differences. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Verbs used in exam questions • Contrast (differentiate; show differences): compare differences between two things • Create (design; draw; invent): use information to make something new • Define (give the meaning of; set out; specify): give the exact meaning • Demonstrate: use evidence to show that something is true • Differentiate (contrast; distinguish): show the difference between. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Verbs used in exam questions • Discuss (consider; elaborate on; examine; explore): describe, analyse, compare, evaluate then give a conclusion • Evaluate (assess; interpret; reflect on): think carefully & give an opinion • Explain (clarify; illuminate; spell out): make something simple to understand • Identify (classify; find; indicate; name; specify): show the issue. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Verbs used in exam questions • Illustrate (show): explain using examples or a diagram/chart/table • Justify (defend; motivate): give good reasons for an opinion or choice • List (itemise; name; write down): write single words/phrases/short sentences below each other & bullet or number them • Match (find corresponding; join): find two things that go together. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Verbs used in exam questions • State (formulate; mention): give facts/main points • Suggest (advise; recommend): give advice/causes/reasons • Tabulate (create a table; organise): arrange figures in table for easy reading • Track (trace): give stages of a process. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Mathematics NQF Level 2 Click above to play this video. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.4 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this unit by completing Learning activity 6.4 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Unit 6.4 Tracking & improving your academic progress Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Tracking your academic progress in all subjects • Identify the indicators/requirements, such as:  Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) tasks  Exams  Pass rate & rating scale  Credits for each subject & for the course. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Tracking your academic progress in all subjects • List tasks, tests, etc.:  Use tools like a spreadsheet. • Record results & comments:  Update spreadsheet regularly  Fill in all marks  You can convert all ratings to percentages: Downloaded from hlayiso.com

An action plan for your academic performance • Action plan = set of practical steps (sub-goals) to reach a goal. • You need:  Today’s date  Goal & reason for goal  Strategy to reach goal  Final date to reach goal  Think about action steps, resources needed, obstacles & solutions. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

An action plan for your academic performance Refer to Table 6.6 in your Student’s Book for more on how to develop an action plan for your academic performance. Downloaded from hlayiso.com

Learning activity 6.5 Module 6 Test your knowledge of this unit – and complete an action plan to reach your goals – by completing Learning activity 6.5 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Summative assessment Module 6 Test your knowledge of this module by completing the Summative assessment of Module 6 in your Student’s Book. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Portfolio task 1 Complete Portfolio task 1 in your Student’s Book. This is a formal assessment. Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation NQF Level 4

Mathematics NQF Level 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Life Orientation (Life Skills) NQF Level 4