In 2017, a new Chemistry study design was introduced into the VCE curriculum for Units 3 and 4. One cohort of students have completed this course, finished the exam and are awaiting their results. You are now the new cohort of students who will be beginning that journey in 2018. So, what exactly do you… Continue reading Unit 3 Chemistry – Overview on what you need to know
Month: December 2020
Correlation Between a High ATAR Score & Your Tutor
As 2020 begins to draw to a close, new graduates will begin to look for part-time jobs to make extra cash. One of these viable casual job options is tutoring, as it’s not only lucrative for new graduates but also provides a chance to ‘give back’, while also being incredibly satisfying. As these graduates receive… Continue reading Correlation Between a High ATAR Score & Your Tutor
Planning Your Career as a Student
It’s never too early to start thinking about your future career, even if you’re a student. Thinking about work can be daunting, but it’s worth trying to find the excitement in all the possibilities of your future. So what are some of the ways that you can start planning for a future career? Focus on… Continue reading Planning Your Career as a Student
Tips for Successful Analytical Commentary in your Exam
WATCH MY VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/kbQShkc8XZQ One of the commonest themes I notice amongst those who score well in the comments section is that they are linguistically perceptive and aware. What this means is that they NOT ONLY know the metalanguage (very important!), but they can also understand its usage and link to the text’s wider… Continue reading Tips for Successful Analytical Commentary in your Exam
What Is Uni Like? A Detailed Look At How Uni Works!
Many of you may be considering going into university after you finish high school, however, a lot of you may be wondering what is university like, how will you know it is something for you because a university is not for everyone. How is high school similar to university? Assessments – in most units you… Continue reading What Is Uni Like? A Detailed Look At How Uni Works!
How to Study for Exams
The hardest part about studying for an exam is knowing where to start. In this article we will discuss six of the most important steps when preparing for your exam. Don’t cram If you want to do well on your exam, start studying a few weeks before your exam. This will not only give you… Continue reading How to Study for Exams
Person Christmas’ instead of ‘Father Christmas’
HERE: http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/christmas/controversial-call-for-father-christmas-to-be-renamed-person-christmas/news-story/2e8c6f6552aa5743ef614fe81963e69f I just want to bring to the forefront the idea of being LINGUISTICALLY AWARE. What exactly does this mean? It means seeing real-life language example around you in the media and so forth and using these in your essays to achieve success. Over the holidays, I was browsing through News.com.au (a great place… Continue reading Person Christmas’ instead of ‘Father Christmas’
What Your Study Scores Actually Mean (VCE)
Is it true that only study scores over 40 are ‘good’? While a study score over 40 is traditionally recognised by publication in the newspaper, let’s break down what your scores actually mean. Firstly, study scores are a comparative measure of achievement in a subject. This means that rather than a grade, they actually represent… Continue reading What Your Study Scores Actually Mean (VCE)
Important Things to Remember About Course Preferences
As VCE results day approaches nearer and nearer, it’s important to fully understand how preferences work so that you can make the most informed decision. Put your preferences in the exact order of your actual preferences A mistake people often make is thinking that they should put something they’re likely to get into first. However,… Continue reading Important Things to Remember About Course Preferences
What Are The Different Types of Learners?
Schooling is often presented in a ‘one-size-fits-all’ kind of manner – it’s very difficult for teachers to tailor teaching to a variety of styles. However, there’s a good reason why this doesn’t work for everyone: there are different learning styles. Different learners have a set of unique characteristics, which directly influences the ways these people… Continue reading What Are The Different Types of Learners?