With the English exam just around the corner, it’s the time of year when everyone realises: I need to get my sh*t together. If you haven’t done as much work as you should have this year, here are some tips for you. Read your books If you haven’t already read your English texts, this is… Continue reading Last Minute Advice for the VCE English Exam
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Exam Advice for English Language
Hey guys, here is my English Language article for October. Historically, the English Language exam has been late in the exam period, although this year it is taking place on October 31 at 2:00pm. Consequently, this is the last article I am writing before the English Language exam, so this article will quite sensibly focus… Continue reading Exam Advice for English Language
Time Management in the English Language Exam
Hey guys, here is my second article for September. This focuses on the English Language exam, which is less than two months away. This article will focus on time management in the exam, as the English Language exam is not an easy one to finish. I will break down how I would suggest managing your… Continue reading Time Management in the English Language Exam
Preparing for the End of Year VCE Chemistry Exam
The end of year VCE Chemistry Exam is fast approaching and the time to start revision is NOW. What can you do to help you prepare? Well, there are several things: Finalise your notes – make sure that you finish writing up your notes as soon as possible, as you don’t want to spend most… Continue reading Preparing for the End of Year VCE Chemistry Exam
Spectroscopy – How do I Succeed in this Topic?
Spectroscopy is a topic that many students struggle with however once you understand what is going on and practice by doing questions you will soon get the hang of it. The best way to learn this topic is to do practice questions whether that be from the textbook or from past exam questions, the more… Continue reading Spectroscopy – How do I Succeed in this Topic?
How to Think for Yourself in VCE English & Literature
In subjects like English, Literature and even Media, students don’t see the light – their vision is blurred by curriculums, course structures, study guides and even the ideas circulated in a class by their teachers. One needs to realise that all of the content in these subjects is open to interpretation, meaning that one can… Continue reading How to Think for Yourself in VCE English & Literature
Brief Analysis of Formal Language in a Political Interview
Hey everyone, I hope you are enjoying your school holidays and are well rested and ready to embrace the grind that term 2 always proves to be. Most students are starting to study formal language, so I thought I’d write an article based on a recent piece of formal language. By recent, I mean yesterday… Continue reading Brief Analysis of Formal Language in a Political Interview
Before Your Test, Don’t Stress & Stay Positive
Many students stress about their SACs, about their upcoming exams and about other assessments. Don’t! A little bit of nervousness is natural, but if you let it take over you, you won’t be able to think clearly. Just reassure yourself that as long as you’ve done the work, been resourceful and have asked for plenty… Continue reading Before Your Test, Don’t Stress & Stay Positive
Example of Multiculturalism in Australia!
We Never Lamb Alone – Example of Multiculturalism in Australia! As we begin to approach the end of year exam for EL, it’s important that you begin to get together some modern examples for all AOSs (area of studies) to ensure that you have a competitive advantage in the essay section of the exam. As… Continue reading Example of Multiculturalism in Australia!
Start Preparing for Exams in Advance
Tip of the Day: Begin to Prepare for Exams! Hi everyone! As we approach the end of year exams (that came quickly!), it’s important that you begin to prepare yourself both mentally and physically for exams. It’s going to be a bit of a tough period, BUT if you have the proper systems in place… Continue reading Start Preparing for Exams in Advance