Education22 September 20262 min read
The Hidden Cost of "Just Explain It Differently"
Every tutor has heard it: "Can you just explain it a differen way?" It osunds like a reasonable request - and often it is. But htere is a failure mode worth…
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Session Insights22 September 20262 min read
Observation
During my observation of Oliver's HSC Chemistry tutoring session with Olivia, I noticed he created a very supportive learning environment. Oliver began by…
Session Insights22 September 20262 min read
Observation
I had the opportunity to observe Natasya introduce the year 12 Common Module. The lesson had a strong focus on helping the student understand the ideas behind…
Education22 September 20262 min read
Study smarter, not harder
We've all been in the situation of feeling like you've hit a wall when studying. You sit down to study, tell yourself you're going to get through three…
Education22 September 20262 min read
Beyond the Answers: How Tutoring Builds Independent Learners
When people think about tutoring, they often imagine a student sitting with a tutor and being shown how to answer difficult questions. While improving academic…
Education22 September 20262 min read
The Krakatoa Volcano
In August 1883, the volcanic island of Krakatoa, located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra, erupted with a force so immense that it remains one the…
Education22 September 20262 min read
You Don't Have to Know What Comes Next
There's something strange about finishing Year 12. For years, you've been told where you need to be, what you need to study, when your assessments are due and…
Education21 September 20262 min read
Finding a teaching method that works
One thing I have unexpectedly carried from my own time in high school into tutoring is using whiteboards. When I was doing my HSC, I found that writing things…
Education21 September 20262 min read
saying "I don't know when you do"
"I don't know." It is one of the most common responses I hear in session. But sometimes "I don't know" doesn't mean the student has no idea. They might know…
