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
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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
How To Structure A Comparative Essay (VCE English Tips)
The comparative essay, in only its second year of being on the VCE English syllabus, is a cause for confusion for many students and teachers alike. Read on for one simple way to structure a comparative essay. Introduction This can be structured in much the same way as a text response essay. Here, the only… Continue reading How To Structure A Comparative Essay (VCE English Tips)
An Overview of Formal Language
Hi everyone, here is my article for April, which focuses on Unit 3, Area of Study 2, (language). This article will briefly look at some social purposes, and features of formal language, as well as some tips on where to find additional texts. Some of the key social purposes of formal language are listed on… Continue reading An Overview of Formal Language
De-stress and achieve your best!
Year 12 is a stressful time. You feel like you’re under a lot of pressure to perform and achieve the results you want. Unfortunately, the stress this creates can often impede your ability to perform to the best of your abilities. In this article, I want to highlight some of the ways you can manage… Continue reading De-stress and achieve your best!
Before Your Test, Don’t Forget Time Management!
Look, we could all write the world’s best essay if we had 100 years to do so, but as students, you don’t. Therefore, it is essential that you optimise your writing and work in order to perform well in the given time limit. If you’re just starting to learn how to craft an essay,… Continue reading Before Your Test, Don’t Forget Time Management!
An Introduction to Unit 4 Area of Study 1
Hey guys, here is my article for June, which will provide an overview of unit 4 Area of Study 1. As you are probably aware, unit 4 focuses on language variation and identity and Area of Study 1 is primarily focused on Australian national identity and the language variation within Australia (especially regional and cultural).… Continue reading An Introduction to Unit 4 Area of Study 1
An Overview of Face Needs and Prestige
Hey guys, here is my first article for February. This article relates to two concepts which come up quite often throughout the course. These are face needs (positive and negative), and prestige (overt and covert) and these come up in both units 3 and 4 (although face needs receive more emphasis in unit 3 and… Continue reading An Overview of Face Needs and Prestige
Examining Identity
Hello everyone, here is my article for August. I hope that you are all staying well during these unprecedented, historic and incredibly uncertain times. In spite of the pandemic, education must continue, and therefore so must my articles. This one will take a slightly deeper look at the concept of identity, which underpins the entirety… Continue reading Examining Identity