April - 2018

Common problems that school teachers have

Common problems that school teachers have

1. Teaching is a 2-part job. I do admit that school teachers are educated and have the knowledge necessary to teach their subject, but in reality, teaching is a profession with 2 parts. Part 1 is knowledge and part 2 is teaching techniques. This is the part most school teachers don’t have even after NIE training and years of experience. Passing down the knowledge is a whole different story, and some teachers are just don’t know the proper teaching techniques. 2. Teachers are

How to study in JC

How to study in JC

1. Time management “Time stays long enough for those who use it.“ – Leonardo Da Vinci Time is limited but is enough to study all the subjects, as long as you plan your time well. Make a study plan, stay disciplined and force yourself to adhere to it 2. Study method Study smart. There are different ways to study, ranging from mindmaps to flashcards. Your study method might be different from your peers, depending which method helps your brain to remember concepts quicker. Try o

How to deal with a really bad teacher

How to deal with a really bad teacher

1. Teachers are human too. There are some teachers that really cannot make it. This is the ugly truth. People are different (regardless if they’re teachers or not). Sometimes you’re not lucky and will end up meeting a teacher that doesn’t suit you or is just not a nice person. 2. Don’t let them affect you too much. If you have these kind of teachers, stay away from them and ignore them. Don’t think about them so much because in the end, you are the one managing yourself. Don’

Is it common to score U or S for JC Math?

Is it common to score U or S for JC Math?

1. Firstly, yes! It is super common, even amongst students who end up scoring A during A-Levels! There are many students that fail during Promos or Prelims even that score well in the A-Levels. It's what you do after you fail that makes the difference. 2. Don’t be discouraged over it for too long. No need to feel demotivated or feel that it is the end of the world. A test is only a small part of your learning. Take it as a chance to reflect. 3. Reflect over your mistakes. Tak

5 Reasons why Students need so much Tuition

5 Reasons why Students need so much Tuition

If you're struggling in school, this is totally normal. Tuition can help you clear your questions and help you catch up! Here's why tuition can help improve your grades: 1. There’s a big jump between Secondary School and JC. In JC, the learning style is very different from Secondary School and many people cannot get used to the lecture & tutorial style. Thus, they will fall behind without the constant attention. 2. School environment makes it difficult for students to stay mo

Sophia Education's Teaching Style

Sophia Education's Teaching Style

There are many tuition centres in the market, and Sophia Education sets itself apart with a special approach. Ms Cheng has a unique teaching style that is different from other tuition centres, which has proven to be more effective as well with 78% of her A-Level students getting ‘A’, which is twice the national average. Call 9810 6666 to sign up for a Trial Lesson to see if Sophia Education is suitable for you! ✓ Not lecture-based Most students find themselves struggling in J