1. What is the difference between the two exams for Units 3 and 4? Exam 1 goes for 1 hour with 15 minutes reading time at the start. This exam is comprised of around 10 short answered questions. Calculator or notes aren’t allowed to be taken in for this exam. Exam 2 goes for 2… Continue reading How to Study for VCE Maths Methods – The Three Common FAQs!
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Language of the Coronavirus Pandemic
Hello everyone, here is my article for May, which will not focus on general course content, but will instead focus on some specific linguistic examples. The specific examples that I am referring to are some of those which are coming up now, in relation to the current pandemic. Most of this language is either new… Continue reading Language of the Coronavirus Pandemic
What are the Average University Entry Requirements?
Knowing University entry requirements is key both for choosing subjects for Year 11 and 12 and also to give you a goal to work towards throughout your final years of high school. Let’s look at a few aspects of entry requirements! ATAR Requirements ATAR requirements are often the first thing emphasised for courses, but it’s… Continue reading What are the Average University Entry Requirements?
VCE ENGLISH: Write a Text Response Introduction
One of the most important pieces of knowledge to any Year 12 English student is how to write a text response essay. Commonly seen as the easiest essay, the method of structuring a text response is often overly simplified, or simply not understood by students! The introduction to an essay is the very first thing… Continue reading VCE ENGLISH: Write a Text Response Introduction
When You’re Your Own Worst Enemy in Year 12
We all know the feeling: opening up a laptop, with all the best intentions of getting some work done, before trawling through every single social media account you own, checking the time, and realising you’ve spent hours doing nothing… It’s hard to fight long-held habits, but the best thing to do is to start a… Continue reading When You’re Your Own Worst Enemy in Year 12
How Language Can Influence Perceptions & Thoughts
In this article, I’ll be looking at how language can be used to influence perceptions and thoughts. What does this mean exactly? Well, language can be used manipulatively to make you see something better or worse than it actually is (in simple terms). Is this an assessable topic? Of course, it is! Have a look… Continue reading How Language Can Influence Perceptions & Thoughts
Tips on Tackling Difficult SACs
Oftentimes, students are given reading time before they commence their assessment. During this time, if you are freaking out because you see that question 10 is simply too difficult, STOP! Take a few deep breaths and go back to question 1. Attempt each question one at a time, and when you get to question 10,… Continue reading Tips on Tackling Difficult SACs
Overview of the Linguistic Variation within Australia
Hey guys, here is my first article for the month of August. Like my last few articles, this one also relates to Unit 4 AOS 1 (Australian English and identity). This article is about the regional and cultural variation within Australia. Firstly, the regional variation in Australia. There is some degree of phonetic variation around… Continue reading Overview of the Linguistic Variation within Australia
VCE Chemistry – Effective Use of the Data Book for Studying
VCAA has recently (April 2017) released a new copy of the databook that you will get in your end of year exam. The databook can be considered to be your ‘bible’ in Chemistry as it contains a lot of information that will help you in your exams, SACs and revision. Given that the databook contains… Continue reading VCE Chemistry – Effective Use of the Data Book for Studying
Tips on Studying for Exams
Studying efficiently requires you to organise your time and resources. The following are general guidelines to help you prepare for exams. Preparation Begin studying early! That’s the main takeaway from this document. You can start thinking about the exam from the beginning of the year by keeping your ears open for hints and tips. Revise… Continue reading Tips on Studying for Exams