Open Book Exams

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Not easier, just different

• less memorisation• more emphasis on applying,

analysing or criticising• you need to manage your time

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You won't have time to read and digest large amounts of

information in the exam. Your exam preparation should aim for good understanding of the subject and competence in any

techniques you will need to apply.

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Similarly, you should be thoroughly familiar with the

text/s you will use, what information is most pertinent

and where to find it.

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Before the exam:

Aim for good understanding of key concepts

Ensure you can apply theories or formulae to real life problems

Identify the most relevant sections of the text - you may be allowed to bookmark or underline, but extensive notes in a text are

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Identify: Good quotes at key parts of a plot (literature)Key formulae (mathematics, physics, chemistry) Key events and related evidence (e.g. history)Key authors or researchers

Key theories and explanationscc: Swamibu - https://www.flickr.com/photos/25182307@N00