The student

Name: Kate
Age: 16

Photo of KateI have exams coming up and the internet is a great way to do research and find things out for homework assignments and revision. High Speed Internet means I can download some of the really cool content that helps me really understand things, like slideshows, movies and sound files. When I’ve finished my homework I like to meet people on MySpace or chat with my friends on MSN Instant Messenger, which works brilliantly with broadband. And if I want to speak to them I can use the phone – even when everybody else is online!

Learning with broadband

The internet is a powerful learning tool and a massive resource. You and your family can find help with anything from learning vocabulary to revising for GCSEs and A levels. And broadband allows children to get the most out of the internet. Pages load in no time at all, video and sound files load quickly, and downloading information is done in seconds. Don’t let your connection speed slow down your child’s education!

There are hundreds of websites packed with features, articles and other resources to help your child at whatever level of study they are at. Here are just a few:

BBC BITESIZE (www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/)

The BBC’s GCSE site has a wealth of revision and study aids to help teenagers prepare for their exams. It offers guides on how to create your own revision timetable, revision topics on all subjects and expert advice on how to make sure you get the most out of your revision.

S-COOL (http://www.s-cool.co.uk/)

This site offers help with GCSEs, AS and A levels and even offers career advice. Students can even register for a free email newsletter with the latest information on how to prepare for exams.

UCAS (http://www.ucas.ac.uk/)

UCAS is an invaluable resource for teenagers deciding what they want to study and where they want to go to university. It’s got everything a student needs to get them started on the next phase of their lives.


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