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No matter how much effort you put into learning vocabulary, reading comprehension questions in exams will always contain some unfamiliar words. This is normal – exams are designed to test how far you can go. Even so, how should you deal with these unknown words when they arise? First of all, don’t panic. Even if you don’t know the meaning of the word, you might… Read More
Had enough of memorising endless vocabulary lists? Or going through repetitive grammar drills? Or even completing dry comprehension questions? While some of these exercises can help you build up a foundation for your second language, you should know there are other ways – some of them weird and wonderful – to improve your skills. I still recall when one of my French professors at Oxford… Read More
Exams cause some people a great deal of anxiety, which can impact their results significantly. Since we have to deal with exams throughout our school lives, and often beyond, it’s important to take time to develop skills to manage that stress. Below are some tips to help get through your exams and show yourself in the best possible light: Timetable Make a clear… Read More
Careless mistakes can be the bane of a student’s life at exam time, often resulting in significant point deductions and disappointing grades. Students with the potential to get over 90% find themselves surprised to get closer to 70%. Here are a few tips to avoid mistakes and boost grades: Always leave time to double check your work Leave 5-10 minutes at the end of the… Read More
