Goals, no matter big or small, can be the stepping stone to a happier life. How you set your goals can pave the way for how you achieve them. As a student, you have already set yourself goals. Maybe you want to be accepted into Trinity, you want to get a certain amount of points […]
iRevise contributor, Tom Nolan, a principal and teacher for over 36 years, delivers his top tips for studying effectively in the run-up to the Leaving and Junior Cert, the common mistakes to avoid, and how best to structure a study session. Timing is Everything Studying and timing go hand in hand, after all a big part […]
A mind map is a diagram of a concept that stretches out into detail through branches and stems, like a tree. It allows you to visualise clearly the connections between topics/subjects/theories. A mind map can turn a long list of information into a colourful, memorable and highly organised diagram that works in line with your […]
What is motivation? Firstly, what is motivation? Motivation, according to the Oxford dictionary is “a reason or reasons for acting or behaving in a particular way”. Essentially, it is the drive to achieve your goals and needs. How much you want the goal, what you will gain from it and personal expectations are what influence motivation. Types […]
New Junior Certificate English 2017 SEC Sample Paper Specification Outline Students will sit a two-hour written examination paper. They will be required to engage with, demonstrate comprehension of, and respond to stimulus material. The content and format of the examination papers may vary from year to year. In any year, the learning outcomes to be […]
As the new school year begins, students and parents are gearing up for a successful and productive 2024/2025 academic year. Whether you’re stepping into a new grade or preparing for a big transition, starting the year off on the right foot can set the tone for the months ahead. Here are some essential study tips […]
Leaving Cert English Reading Comprehension. Study less, Practice more. It’s not often that it is recommended to study less, but out of all the questions on your English Leaving Cert paper, this question requires practice and polish rather than the hours of study that goes into Paper 2. In other words, write to impress and […]
Leaving Cert History can be quite confusing. Here, the student is expected to know off by heart a lot of information about a historical topic, figure, movement, or period. While knowing the facts is a must, it is also extremely important that students take the time to read the question carefully and properly. In my experience […]
The Anglo-Irish Treaty: Where did it all begin? So, from 1919-1921, Ireland and Britain were at war with one another because Ireland wanted to leave the British Empire and become an independent country. In 1921 the fighting between the IRA and the British Army ended so that both sides could hold peace talks. Ireland sent a […]
Your friends and relatives are probably telling you not to stress, to keep calm and reassuring you that you have loads of time to get everything done, nevertheless this is a lot easier said than done. This blog will give some tips on how to keep stress levels low and also how to use your […]