Why is completing BestChoice activities helpful in preparation for Scholarship?
Why can't I just enter the answer?
Why do I have to answer ALL of those little questions?
How does all of this apply to writing explanations?

  • Instructive feedback helps you learn More
    Research has shown that immediate feedback makes a difference to whether learning occurs.
    The thinking behind the problem is more important than the answer itself.
    Insights promoting deeper understanding are incorporated as feedback in BestChoice.
     
  • Strategies for problem-solving are exposed More
    Skills that are transferrable to many problems are emphasised.
    problem-planning
    units and significant figures
    setting out
    Clear setting-out and showing of working is required for top marks!
     
  • Using appropriate language is emphasised More
    Understanding of key terms is probed.
    Users may practice linking key terms in sentences.
Dr Sheila Woodgate
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