Revision Planner

Create personalized, week-by-week study schedules tailored to your subjects, timeline, and goals.

What It Does

The Revision Planner generates comprehensive study schedules that help you organize your revision effectively. Perfect for:

• Exam preparation planning
• Managing multiple subjects
• Breaking down large study tasks
• Balancing workload over time
• Staying on track with goals

What You Get

Week-by-Week Breakdown

• Clear weekly objectives
• Daily task lists
• Time allocations
• Topic coverage

Subject-Specific Plans

• Tailored to each subject
• Prioritized topics
• Progressive difficulty
• Comprehensive coverage

Balanced Scheduling

• Distributed workload
• Built-in review sessions
• Spaced repetition integrated
• Rest days included

Actionable Tasks

• Specific, measurable tasks
• Realistic time estimates
• Clear priorities
• Progress tracking support

How to Use

Step 1: Set Your Timeline

Study Period Length

Choose how many weeks until your exam(s):

• 2 weeks (intensive revision)
• 4 weeks (standard preparation)
• 6 weeks (comprehensive study)
• 8+ weeks (extended planning)

Tip: Start as early as possible for best results.

Study Hours Per Day

Indicate daily availability:

• 2-3 hours (light schedule)
• 4-5 hours (standard)
• 6-7 hours (intensive)
• 8+ hours (exam period)

Be realistic: Account for other commitments.

Step 2: Add Your Subjects

For each subject you're studying:

Subject Name

• Mathematics
• English
• Chemistry
• History
• Or enter custom subject

Subject Priority

Rate importance/difficulty:

• High: Needs most focus (struggling or weighted heavily)
• Medium: Standard attention needed
• Low: Confident or less critical

Topics to Cover

List specific topics, chapters, or units:

• "Quadratic equations, calculus, trigonometry"
• "Macbeth, essay writing, poetry analysis"
• "Organic chemistry, stoichiometry, acids and bases"

Tip: Be specific - helps create targeted tasks.

Exam Date (Optional)

If different subjects have different exam dates, specify for better scheduling.

Step 3: Customize (Optional)

Study Preferences

Include Breaks:

• Yes: Schedule includes rest days
• No: Continuous study (not recommended)

Focus Areas:

• Weak topics
• All topics equally
• Recent content
• Past papers

Study Techniques:

• Active recall
• Practice questions
• Note-making
• Past papers
• Mixed approach

Label Your Plan

Give your revision plan a name:

• "Final Exam Revision - November 2024"
• "HSC Preparation - Term 4"
• "University Mid-Semester Study Plan"

Step 4: Generate Plan

1. Click Generate Revision Plan
2. Wait 10-20 seconds
3. Review your personalized schedule

Your plan includes:

• Week-by-week overview
• Daily task breakdowns
• Time allocations
• Subject distribution
• Progress milestones

Step 5: Follow and Adapt

Your revision plan is automatically saved to your account.

Using Your Plan:

1. Print or keep digital copy accessible
2. Check daily tasks each morning
3. Mark off completed tasks
4. Adjust if needed (stay flexible)
5. Review weekly progress

Track Progress:

• Use checkboxes or highlighters
• Note which tasks take longer than expected
• Identify areas needing more time
• Celebrate milestones

Best Practices

Planning Phase

• ✅ Be honest about available time
• ✅ Include all subjects, even strong ones
• ✅ List topics comprehensively
• ✅ Set realistic expectations
• ✅ Plan for unexpected events

Following Your Plan

• ✅ Review weekly goals at the start of each week
• ✅ Adjust if falling behind (don't abandon)
• ✅ Take scheduled breaks seriously
• ✅ Mix study techniques for variety
• ✅ Prioritize understanding over speed

Adapting Your Plan

• ✅ Identify topics that need more time
• ✅ Skip or reduce time on mastered topics
• ✅ Add extra practice sessions if needed
• ✅ Reschedule if unavoidable conflicts arise
• ✅ Maintain overall balance between subjects

Study Techniques Integration

Active Recall

Schedule: Daily Tasks:

• Quiz yourself without notes
• Use flashcards
• Try Practice Mode
• Explain concepts aloud

Practice Questions

Schedule: Every 2-3 days Tasks:

• Complete questions from Question Generator
• Work through textbook problems
• Try past paper questions
• Time yourself

Note Review and Summarization

Schedule: Weekly Tasks:

• Review and condense notes with Notes Summariser
• Create summary sheets
• Make mind maps
• Highlight key points

Past Papers

Schedule: Weekly, increasing frequency Tasks:

• Complete full papers under timed conditions
• Mark according to criteria
• Review mistakes thoroughly
• Identify weak areas

Spaced Repetition

Schedule: Integrated throughout Tasks:

• Review topics 1, 3, 7, 14 days after learning
• Use flashcards regularly
• Revisit weak areas more frequently
• Test retained knowledge

Example Plans

Example 1: 4-Week Plan (3 Subjects)

Setup:

• Timeline: 4 weeks
• Study time: 5 hours/day
• Subjects: Mathematics (High), Chemistry (High), English (Medium)

Week 1 Plan:

• Monday: Math - Quadratic equations (2h), Chemistry - Atomic structure (2h), English - Macbeth themes (1h)
• Tuesday: Math - Calculus intro (2h), Chemistry - Periodic table (1.5h), English - Essay structure (1.5h)
• Wednesday: Math - Practice questions (2h), Chemistry - Chemical bonding (2h), Review notes (1h)
• Thursday: Math - Trigonometry (2h), Chemistry - Practice problems (2h), English - Quotes analysis (1h)
• Friday: Math - Review weak areas (2h), Chemistry - Stoichiometry (2h), English - Practice essay (1h)
• Saturday: Mixed review - All subjects (3h), Past paper - Math (2h)
• Sunday: Rest day / Light review

Example 2: 2-Week Intensive (2 Subjects)

Setup:

• Timeline: 2 weeks
• Study time: 7 hours/day
• Subjects: Biology (High), Physics (High)

Week 1 Plan:

• Focus: Content coverage
• Biology: Cell biology, genetics, evolution (4h/day)
• Physics: Mechanics, electricity, waves (3h/day)
• Daily practice questions
• Active recall sessions

Week 2 Plan:

• Focus: Practice and consolidation
• Past papers daily (both subjects)
• Review mistakes and weak areas
• Final summaries and flashcards
• Mock exam conditions

Sample Daily Schedule

Morning Session (2-3 hours)

• 9:00-9:10: Review plan, set goals
• 9:10-10:40: Subject 1 (priority topic)
• 10:40-10:50: Break
• 10:50-12:00: Subject 2

Afternoon Session (2-3 hours)

• 1:00-2:00: Subject 3
• 2:00-2:10: Break
• 2:10-3:30: Practice questions (mixed subjects)
• 3:30-4:00: Review and flashcards

Evening (Optional 1-2 hours)

• 7:00-8:00: Light review or past papers
• 8:00-8:30: Plan tomorrow, track progress

Progress Tracking

Daily Tracking

• [ ] Completed all scheduled tasks
• [ ] Understood all topics covered
• [ ] Noted any areas of difficulty
• [ ] Reviewed flashcards

Weekly Review

• [ ] All weekly goals achieved
• [ ] Identified new weak areas
• [ ] Adjusted next week's plan if needed
• [ ] Completed scheduled past papers

Progress Indicators

• ✅ Increasing confidence in topics
• ✅ Better performance on practice questions
• ✅ Faster completion of tasks
• ✅ Improved past paper scores

Troubleshooting

Falling behind schedule

• Don't panic: Adjust remaining weeks
• Prioritize: Focus on high-value topics
• Increase efficiency: Use active recall more
• Reduce perfectionism: Aim for solid understanding, not mastery

Schedule too easy/difficult

• Too easy: Increase hours or add more topics
• Too hard: Reduce daily hours or extend timeline
• Regenerate: Create new plan with adjusted parameters

Losing motivation

• Review progress: See how far you've come
• Adjust breaks: May need more rest
• Mix techniques: Add variety to avoid monotony
• Reward milestones: Celebrate weekly completions

Topics taking longer than planned

• Normal: First-time learning always takes longer
• Adjust: Reallocate time from other areas
• Seek help: Use additional resources or tutoring
• Note it: Plan more time for similar topics

Tips for Success

1. Start Early: Don't cram - give yourself enough time
2. Be Consistent: Study daily, even if just 30 minutes
3. Stay Flexible: Adapt plan as needed, don't abandon
4. Mix It Up: Vary subjects and techniques daily
5. Track Progress: Visual progress maintains motivation
6. Take Breaks: Rest is essential for retention
7. Review Regularly: Spaced repetition beats cramming
8. Practice Often: Active recall is most effective
9. Stay Healthy: Sleep, eat well, exercise
10. Ask for Help: When stuck, seek assistance early

Integration with Other Modules

Your Revision Planner works best when combined with other Focusly modules:

• Use Notes Summariser during week 1 to condense material
• Generate practice with Question Generator for each topic
• Create flashcards for daily review
• Practice with Exam Creator in final weeks
• Test yourself in Practice Mode throughout

Next Steps

After creating your revision plan:

• Print or save digitally for easy access
• Set up daily reminders or alarms
• Gather all study materials needed
• Share schedule with family/friends for accountability
• Begin day 1 with focus and commitment

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