English is an official language in 83 countries around the world as of 2019. And it’s spoken even more widely than that! The vast spread of the language is accompanied by a range of accents and dialects – all of which make the language more complex and difficult to learn for a non-native speaker. When… Continue reading Different Types of English Accents
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How To Take Notes To Maximise Success
Year 11 and 12 subjects often focus very heavily on content, but rarely upon the methods of learning and consolidating memory. To efficiently learn everything that you need to know, you need to focus on every part of the learning process. Notes you take in class are most likely your best resource, but so many… Continue reading How To Take Notes To Maximise Success
Private Tutoring or Tutoring Centre: What is Best for You?
Many students use some form of tutoring service (either in-person or online) to help get them through the school. Tutors can be a massive help in getting students caught up in areas of the syllabus they may find particularly challenging, as well as advantaging students who choose to use the service to get ahead. Either… Continue reading Private Tutoring or Tutoring Centre: What is Best for You?
How To Know When To Get Help
It can be hard to know whether to get a tutor or not. There are a range of factors to consider when it comes to deciding whether or not you need help. Obviously, we think tutoring is great – we’re a tutoring agency! But tutoring can be whatever you want to make of it,… Continue reading How To Know When To Get Help
Guide on the Best Way to Learn a Language
Learning a new language can be loads of fun! Not to mention the range of proven benefits individuals can acquire in the process. This includes improved memory, increased attention span, better cognitive abilities and better decision-making skills just to name a few. Below is a guide of the most important steps students should follow when… Continue reading Guide on the Best Way to Learn a Language
Is A Gap Year A Bad Idea?
As every student knows, most people seem to have an opinion on whether or not you should take a gap year after school. It is a massive decision, after all! In the end, you need to work out what suits you best, as everyone’s journey is different. Pros A gap year will give you more… Continue reading Is A Gap Year A Bad Idea?
SACs Explained – How important are SACs in VCE?
As a tutor, there is one question I get asked more than any other. From parents. From students. Even from other tutors! What they all want to know is… How important are SACs? In fairness, the link between school assessed coursework (SACs) and your final study score for a VCE subject is not well covered… Continue reading SACs Explained – How important are SACs in VCE?
How to Find The Best Tutors – What to Look For In A Tutor!
So you’ve decided you need a tutor. Great choice! Tutors can help you catch up when you’re falling behind, or propel you into excellence if you’re aiming high. Ultimately though, every tutor is different and reading profile after profile can be overwhelming. Here are 4 tips to help you find the best tutor for you.… Continue reading How to Find The Best Tutors – What to Look For In A Tutor!
What is the International Baccalaureate?
What does IB mean? IB stands for the International Baccalaureate. An alternative to local curricula like the VCE or HSC, IB is a set of curriculums taught across 150 countries, including Australia. Successfully completed, the IB grants students a diploma, and if completed in Year 12, your score is converted to a notional ATAR. The… Continue reading What is the International Baccalaureate?
Tip of the Day: Get a Second Opinion on Scores
Sometimes we get back assessment results that we’re not happy with. That’s just an unfortunate reality of being in school. However, you can find ways to avoid this issue from getting to you. If you got a result you’re not satisfied with, then talk to your teacher about it in your spare time – and… Continue reading Tip of the Day: Get a Second Opinion on Scores