Are you sweet or savoury? Take this quiz to find out… Question 1: What are you like at school? The one who says they didn’t study, but gets A+ on every test Laid-back Pretty average The hard worker – aiming high! Just a classic procrastinator Question 2: How often do you study? Oh, every now… Continue reading Answer These Questions to Find Out Which Food You Are
Month: August 2020
The Main Generational Differences in Language
You can find the associated video here (which I recommend you watch): https://youtu.be/UADlQQcgZQk Differences between the generations can be marked variously by numerous linguistic features, which collectively function as in-group recognition devices. In fact, according to Professor Clive Upton from the University of Leeds in the UK, “it [teen language] is quite clearly the way they… Continue reading The Main Generational Differences in Language
HOW DO PREFERENCES WORK AT UNI?
The final year of high school study is always tough for students, mainly due to the anxiety of not knowing what will come around next. Although some students know exactly what they want to do in their tertiary study, it is not always clear for most students when they make the transition. The process of… Continue reading HOW DO PREFERENCES WORK AT UNI?
Become a Successful Tutor in Australia: In-Person & Online
Becoming a successful tutor isn’t all that difficult provided you’re willing to put in the work to see results for yourself and your students. Becoming a successful tutor requires two facets: the practical skill of teaching, and the marketing aspect of your occupation. Oftentimes, many tutors forget about the latter aspect above. Marketing seems all… Continue reading Become a Successful Tutor in Australia: In-Person & Online
HOW SCHOLARSHIPS WORK
Scholarships are amazing. Universities or the government are literally handing you free money. I repeat FREE MONEY (note: scholarships come in a number of forms such as providing laptops or leadership programs for when you commence your studies, not just money) The best news: scholarships are for everybody. The common stereotype is that scholarships are… Continue reading HOW SCHOLARSHIPS WORK
How Much Should I Pay a Tutor?
How much should you pay a tutor? For those who are unaccustomed to getting tutoring, it can be tricky to know how much you should be aiming to pay a tutor. This article will break down the average prices for tutoring and some of the traps which could await you if you are less informed.… Continue reading How Much Should I Pay a Tutor?
Some Modern Examples for Unit 4 AOS 1! TAKE A LOOK :)
Hi everyone! It’s important to note that so many great examples will just appear in your newsfeed on Facebook or Instagram! I would recommend ‘liking’ the Herald Sun and The Age Facebook Pages to ensure that you are displayed the relevant articles and posts in your newsfeeds. Over the past 2 weeks, I have come… Continue reading Some Modern Examples for Unit 4 AOS 1! TAKE A LOOK 🙂
Analytical Commentary Introductions in VCE English Language
In this article, I’ll be looking at WHAT to include and HOW to write an introduction in analytical commentaries. Many students seem to struggle with the AC section due to how much students need to write and how little time they have. The key to succeeding in this assessable area is to practice, practice and… Continue reading Analytical Commentary Introductions in VCE English Language
Benefits of Using Technology in the Classroom
It is hard to deny the power of technology today. While some of the more outlandish theories from the past have not yet come into fruition (see: AI running the world), a great wealth of technology is available at just the click of a mouse or the tap of a finger. Combine technology with learning… Continue reading Benefits of Using Technology in the Classroom
Argument Analysis: See a Free Sample Essay
Much confusion surrounding essays stems from the fact that students don’t have access to samples of work. Here’s the introduction and one body paragraph of sample argument analysis I wrote for VCE English to give some ideas to my students about the ways you can pull apart a piece: The issue of duck shooting in… Continue reading Argument Analysis: See a Free Sample Essay