JC2 H2 Chemistry: Sunday | 11.30 am – 1.15 pm | Code: J2C1 (starting in Jan 2015)
JC2 H2 Chemistry: Thursday | 8.00 pm – 9.45 pm | Code: J2C2 (starting in Jan 2015)
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The Tutor:
Mr Lee J.X.: A First Class Honours B.Sc. graduate (majoring in Chemistry) from the National University of Singapore and a straight-A alumnus of Hwa Chong Institution, Mr Lee is a youthful and dynamic tutor with a pleasant personality, who has been coaching students in Advanced and O-Level Chemistry for more than 6 years. A Teaching Award recipient, Mr Lee also holds a Master of Research degree (distinction) from the Imperial College London.
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Administrative Matters:
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
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Administrative Matters:
Location : Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
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Suggested Answers to 2014 A Level H2 Math 9740 PAPER 2
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H2 PHYSICS PRACTICAL
H2 CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL
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The following is a suggested solution by our H2 and H1 Math Tutor, Mr. Teng. Please note that it is a suggested solutions and was rushed out. Mr. Teng omitted several presentation steps out of convenience. There might be alternative solutions at times too. Feel free to comment and discuss. Please let us know if there are mistakes too. Thanks in advance.
PLEASE NOTE THAT STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO WRITE STATE YOUR DISTRIBUTIONS CLEARLY. We omitted for convenience.
Disclaimer: This suggested solutions is provided free by Mr. Teng & Singapore Learner. Both parties do not profit from this. We simply believe that this will help current students and future students to learn from the mistakes of others. Thanks.
ERRATA & Remarks:
6(ii) I miscounted and was careless.
Case 1: A plays midfield, B sits out of attacker =>3c1 x 8c4 x 4c1 x 5c4
Case 2: A sits out midfield, B plays attacker => 3c1 x 8c4 x 4c2 x 5c3
Case 1 + Case 2 =1 6800
(iii) I doubled counted indeed. Thanks for pointing out. Should be
Case 1: Midfielder A plays midfield => 8c4 x 3c1
Case 2: Midfielder A plays defender => 8c3 x 3c2
Case 3: Midfielder A sits out => 8c4 x 3c2
3c1 x 5c4 x (8c4 x 3c1 + 8c3 x 3c2 + 8c4 x 3c2) = 8820
8ai. I drew the left side of the quadratic. It should be the right side. my bad.
9. I initially used Z-Test for this question. But T-test is definitely more appropriate as we are given as unknown population variance. I changed it to T-test in the following solutions, but understand that some teachers consider Z-Test to be acceptable too. I should highlight that nobody has access to the actual answer scheme; we only see the marker’s report.
(ii), (iii) Set notations should be used. {t>3.48} and {0<k^2<0.423}
11. Please take note that I used CLT here, so cc is not required.
– I understand some students misunderstand that CLT is used to find the mean of any distribution. This is a terrible misconception. CLT is a limiting theorem, and we apply it to approximate a non-normal distribution to a normal distribution, given n is sufficient. And they can be sum of independent random variables, sample sum, or sample mean. You can read more from the link below.
– Why I used CLT approximation instead of poisson approximation (Poisson approximation is not incorrect either): I used continuity correction in qn 7 alr, so given examiner psychology, I would think they want to be impressed with something different. That’s why I picked CLT approximation. Do note that this does not mean that doing poisson approximation is wrong; so long as you perform cc precisely.
I do hope this clarifies, and I’m sorry it came late as I was ill and had jc1 classes yesterday too.
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JC ECONOMICS TUITION (H1 H2 J1 J2)
JC Economics by an experienced, NIE trained ex-JC Economics tutor, Mr Jimmy Teh.
NEW!! SCHEDULE:
J2H2 Economics: Wednesday | 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm | Code: J2E1
J2H2 Economics: Thursday | 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm | Code: J2E2
J2H2 Economics: Friday | 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm | Code: J2E3
J2H2 Economics: Saturday | 4.30 pm – 6.00 pm | Code: J2E4 ( 3 slots left)
J2H2 Economics: Saturday | 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm | Code: J2E5 ( 3 slots left)
J1H1 Economics: Thursday | 5.45 pm – 7.15 pm | Code: J1E1
J1H2 Economics: Friday | 5.45 pm – 7.15 pm | Code: J1E2
J1H2 Economics: Saturday | 4.30 pm – 6.00 pm | Code: J1E3
We understand that Economics is a challenging subject, and in the current climate, it is no longer sufficient to rely on rote learning, regurgitating of content and memorising model essays/case studies. Questions in school exams and A-level are testing students on their inference and higher order thinking skills.
Common misconceptions or pitfalls:
1. Just memorize and hope for the best by rewriting the notes, without studying smarter
2. Write more, the more the better, without focusing on proper evaluation techniques
3. Study everything instead of focusing on certain key areas
4. Study last minute and think that time is on your side
5. Study the content instead of studying how the question is designed and the hints behind each keyword
Classes are designed to be small (around 5 pax) in order to facilitate discussion and allow the tutor to focus on the strengths and weaknesses of each individual students. If you are having trouble with economics, not satisfied with your grades despite your best efforts, writing a lot but not doing well, or want to secure an A both in School and in the A-level, sign up for class with us today.
FAQ Section from Mr Teh:
Q: Does the tutor have his own notes/tutorial/new and updated case study examples, i.e. when there is a new budget or policy released in Singapore, will he use it as class material?
A: Definitely. We understand that one of the criteria in the evaluation component of Economics paper, requires candidates awareness of real world context. Besides using our own teaching material that builds out students evaluative skills, current events are also discussed regularly in class, before scaffolding these discussions and apply them to meet exam requirements.
Q: How is the structure of the lesson i.e. How much time dedicated to lecture vs class work?
A: About 40percent is allocated for content, whereas the rest are focused on applications. We understand our role, and that we are a complement to school’s programme. Thus, whenever there is a lack of practice in particular area (for example, understanding the question requirements and how to analyse adequately), we focus on these areas to maximise the gains for our students. Thus, every class can be different, as the tutor will adjust accordingly to the issues of each class.
Q: Will there be homework issued like essays and case study questions and will the tutor mark the work?
A: There is homework, but these is also discussed with the students as we understand the rigour they might be facing in schools. Every piece of homework given is marked and reviewed with the student.
Q: Will there be time dedicated to class discussion for case studies and essays?
A: Yes. As we focused more on the applications aspect, and we come to understand that this aspect is not regularly practiced in school, we see it as a crucial opportunity for us to practise this skill with our students.
Q: How do you plan to separate the H1/H2 students?
A: yes, they are always separated into different classes, and they should, as their examination and skillsets required are different.
Q: Some schools have different syllabus, e.g. some start on macro in J1 instead of micro(HCI, NYJC, VJC), do you separate classes based on syllabus?
A: They are being taken into consideration when we planned for classes. Thus, we always seek to work with students, and not making things more difficult for them.
Q: Are there online classes and do you have plans to do a pure online class or a hybrid class i.e. some online some physical
A: Most of the students currently prefer to have lessons in person, as there are certain skills that require them to practice on the spot. However, we also have students whom prefer online lessons and we also do make arrangements for that. In fact, hybrid classes were already a regular part of our lessons since Circuit Breaker ended.
Q: We prefer online classes as we live further away, can you walk us through what a typical online class will be like?
A: A link to the online classroom will be sent to either you or your child’s Whatsapp account a few minutes before the start of the class. Materials used for the class will be sent to you in a PDF or word format by email at least a day before the class itself. Parents are welcome to come down physically and collect printed materials if they wish. Online class has the same class size limit as physical class. Once attendance is taken and the tutor is sure that all students are accounted for, the class begins just like any regular class. Lesson materials are projected onto the screen in the online classroom, and there is a whiteboard function which the tutors will use to write, and presentation function for Power point slides. Classwork is expected to be submitted to the tutor via camscanner in PDF format, and the marked work will be returned to them in PDF format. For students who are more shy in nature, they may choose to private message the tutor to address their concerns during class. The experience will be the same as a physical class but in the comfort of your home.
Q: Before an exam, will the tutor go through all the concepts tested and give a review/prediction
A: Yes definitely. A full review and spotting trends for school papers and A-level is always necessary a few days before the exam.
BACKGROUND OF TUTOR
Mr Jimmy Teh has taught H2 Economics in JC since 2008, before venturing into tuition fully in 2015. He has a Bachelor degree from NUS in Economics, and is NIE trained. As a former teacher who was once in a mainstream school, he is aware of the rigour of JC curriculum and how it is designed to promote critical thinking and produce self-directed learners. His courses are planned with a unique set of notes for easy learning and comes with its own diagnostics to help you to identify the root cause of your issues, be it inadequacies in content, inability to tackle the question fully or always not using the right words for the answers. Work will also be fully assessed, with sufficient rigour and exposure in his programmes.
Administrative Matters:
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
TO REGISTER, Whatsapp <STUDENT NAME>, <CODE> TO 88765498.
For enquiries, kindly call 65694897 or whatsapp to 90065997/88765498
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A-LEVEL | JC | MATH TUITION
Our Partner Tutor(s) / Academic Consultant(s):
Mr Pang: Mr Pang graduated with a B.Eng(Honors) from NUS, and has been coaching students in O-level/IP and A-level Mathematics and Science for more than 6 years. An alumnus of RVHS and an experienced tutor in IP/SAP education, Mr Pang is a results oriented tutor whose students do very well in exams through efficient learning methods and exam preparation skills. Mr Pang employs a variety of teaching methods to cater to every type of learner, as well as teaching them the skill of self diagnostics, giving them the ability to constantly spot and rectify their own errors. He takes pride in inspiring his students to become confident learners and critical thinkers.
NEW!!(2023) Bukit Batok Tuition Schedule:
JC2 H2 Math: Friday | 8.00 pm – 9.30 pm | Code: J2H2M1
JC1 H2 Math: Monday |7.45 pm-9.15 pm| Code: J1H2M2
JC1 H1 Math: Saturday |12.30 pm – 2.00 pm| Code: J1H1M1
FAQ (MUST READ BEFORE CONTACTING TUTOR):
Q: Do you have your own notes and tutorials?
A: Yes we do, we have packaged notes and tutorials for every topic, with questions of incremental difficulty from basic mastery to challenging questions. We always lecture the topic before letting students start to do questions. Lectures include example questions to show students the thought process and basic procedure behind the math question, as well as reminding them of the pre-requisite math concepts which they are required to recall from their secondary school days.
Q: What is your class size?
A: Class size is limited at 5 maximum. However, if I need to concentrate more on the current students, I will further restrict the class size.
Q: Some schools have different syllabuses for math, how do you plan to address this issue?
A: For JC1, we split the classes into separate learning groups based on syllabus. For e.g. the schools which start with Vectors will be placed together in the same class, and the schools which start with APGP will be placed together in the same class. For JC2, the topics are very similar between schools, starting usually with complex numbers, and moving on to statistics eventually. There is very little need to separate JC2 students by school into separate classes. Please inform me of your JC before I allocate you a class.
Q: Students have different speeds, how do you plan to address this in your class when one student is a lot faster than another?
A: Besides our own packaged lecture notes and tutorials, we also have on hand many TYS questions and past year school questions. Fast students are expected to complete supplementary exercises of increased difficulty while their peers catch up on the regular class work. That way, all students benefit from the class. This is an issue parents usually bring up, especially when it comes to IP students vs JAE students in the same JC. Rest assured that there is this system in place to keep all students engaged and learning at their maximum capacity.
Q: If a student wishes to consult on their schoolwork, can they do so during class? If a student is very behind on schoolwork, can they attempt those tutorial questions in class?
A: Schoolwork is immediate and takes priority. As long as it is the same topic as what I am going through in class, students can share their doubts and we can learn together as a class. This may come as a shock to most parents, but more often than not, students are unable finish their schoolwork for JC, especially during exam period where they are given large revision packages. My packaged lectures and tutorials are a guideline for the class, and I do not blindly adhere to them, there is some flexibility where I allow students to catch up on their schoolwork in class as long as it is of the same topic. Our class sizes are small, and by design, very ideal for consultation.
Q: It has been some time since secondary school, and a student has forgotten certain concepts such as quadratic factorization, and partial fractions. Will you cover it in class?
A: Yes I will. JC Math content is built on top of knowledge and techniques mastered in secondary school, students need constant reminders on old concepts which come out very often in certain types of past year questions. Being able to link secondary school knowledge and use it subconsciously in your JC Math is part of the requirements you need to clear in order to do well.
Q: Will you cover older topics during exam time?
A: Absolutely. There are some topics in JC Math that students consistently forget, those topics are graphing techniques, graphing transformations, functions, Maclaurin series and volume of revolution in integration. During exam time as well as during the June holiday period, there will be refreshers on these commonly forgotten topics.
Q: School papers VS Ten Year Series, it is known that schools set papers of a certain standard which is above that of the A-level. How do you plan to address this?
A: Basic practice usually starts with common past year A-level questions which are common and easier to score. That way, the students are primed with a good foundation for the A-levels. To excel in school questions, is to attempt questions from your own JC, or a JC with similar difficulty in papers/similar syllabus. Trend spotting in both school exams as well as A-level is something that I provide as a tutor. The strategy is that we attempt school papers when sitting for your school exams, and we attempt TYS questions when you are taking your As, or when I need to go through some basic concepts. That way, students can score well both during school time as well as during their A-level exam.
Q: Student is struggling very badly, what do you recommend?
A: If you are struggling and its the holiday period, arrange to come for a holiday program and work hard to catch up as you have time on your side. During the normal academic year, if you are struggling at the early part of the year, it is still not too late to join for regular class and catch up. If you are struggling at the later part of the year, arrange to come for multiple sessions or arrange for a one to one lesson. JC math, be it H1/H2, is very deep and not to be trifled with. You will not do well by simply putting in a basic amount of effort. To expect good or even passable grades when you start revising last minute is delusional, unless you commit to sacrificing and working hard.
Q: Student has several after school commitments and unable to commit to regular class, what do you recommend?
A: I recommend better time management and to get back to me only when you are able to do so. To be brutally honest, if you are struggling in your studies, I hardly think you have the luxury to be prioritizing other things instead of your own studies.
Q: We prefer online classes as we live further away, can you walk us through what a typical online class will be like?
A: For online class, we use Zoom or Google Meet as a platform. A link to the online classroom will be sent to either you or your child’s Whatsapp account a few minutes before the start of the class. Materials used for the class will be sent to you in a PDF or word format by email at least a day before the class itself. Parents are welcome to come down physically and collect printed materials if they wish. Online class has the same class size limit as physical class, capped at 4-5pax. Once attendance is taken and the tutor is sure that all students are accounted for, the class begins just like any regular class. Lesson materials are projected onto the screen in the online classroom, and there is a whiteboard function which the tutors will use to write down their steps and to discuss more complex questions with diagrams. We use a stylus pad for online whiteboard so the handwriting will be neat and fast, just like in our physical lessons. For complex questions, workings are required to be submitted to the tutor via Whatsapp using CamScanner, and they will be marked and returned. For students who are more shy in nature, they may choose to private message the tutor to address their concerns during class. The experience will be the same as a physical class but in the comfort of your home.
For enquiries, CALL 65694897 OR WA 90065997 (Mr Pang). Please avoid coming to the centre unannounced as we are in the middle of teaching and will not be able to attend to you.
Our teaching schedule is 2pm-9pm on weekdays and 9am-6pm on weekends. Do drop a message if you wish to enquire about classes during our teaching time, and I will get back to you as soon as I have a break in between class.
THE TUTORS:
Mr Pang:
Mr. Pang graduated with a B.Eng(Honors) from NUS, and has been coaching students in PSLE, O-level/IP and A-level Mathematics and Science for more than 5 years. An alumnus of RVHS, Mr. Pang is a results-oriented tutor whose students do very well in exams through efficient learning methods and exam preparation skills.
Mr Ilyasa:
An NIE-trained ex-school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in A–Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 7 years, as well as O-Level & IP Physics, Chemistry, A.Math, E. Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree from the National Institute of Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore.
Administrative Matters:
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
Fee for JC1/JC2 is $360 per month of 4 lessons.
Costs of a one-off trial class is $120. Trial class timings will be arranged based on my discretion and assessment of your child’s needs. Subsequently, should you decide to sign up, the remainder of the monthly fee will be charged, i.e. you sign up for JC1 in Jan, trial is $120, if after the trial you continue, pay the balance of $360-$120=$240.
MISC CHARGES: $30 ONE TIME OFF REGISTRATION FEE
STUDENTS WHO JOIN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE MONTH, FIRST MONTLHY FEE WILL BE PRO RATED BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS LEFT IN THE MONTH, FOR EXAMPLE IF YOU JOIN IN JUNE WITH 2 LESSONS LEFT FOR Y4 CLASS, YOUR MONTHLY FEE WILL BE 360/4 X 2 = 180, MISC FEES STILL APPLY
NOTE: MATERIAL FEE IS CHARGED FOR ONLINE CLASSES, MATERIALS WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU BY SCANNED PDF, PARENTS CAN ARRANGE TO SELF COLLECT THE PHYSICAL MATERIALS IF NEEDED
NOTE: ONLINE CLASSES ARE SAME PRICING AS PHYSICAL CLASSES, WE PROVIDE THE SAME QUALITY EDUCATION IN SMALL SIZED CLASSROOMS BE IT ONLINE OR PHYSICAL
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A-LEVEL | JC | PHYSICS TUITION
H2 PHYSICS 2024
*UPDATE!! STARTING 2024, ALL REGULAR JC PHYSICS CLASSES WILL HAVE A PRACTICAL COMPONENT (WITH PLANNING) IMPLEMENTED ONCE EVERY TWO MONTHS IN ORDER TO TRAIN OUR STUDENTS FOR THE A-LEVEL PAPER 4 WHICH IS 20% OF THE FINAL GRADE. FOR STUDENTS WHO SIGN UP EARLY WITH US AT THE START OF THE YEAR, THEY WOULD HAVE MASTERED ALL THE PRACTICAL EXAM EXPERIMENTS THAT CAN APPEAR IN PAPER 4 BY THE TIME THEY TAKE THEIR A-LEVELS. WE ARE ONE OF THE ONLY CENTRES WHO CONDUCTS PRACTICAL FOR OUR SMALL REGULAR CLASSES (LESS THAN 6) AT AN AFFORDABLE RATE, SO WASTE NO TIME AND SIGN UP NOW!!
JC2 H2 PHYSICS SCHEDULE
- Friday | 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm | Code: J2H2P1
- Saturday |4.15 pm – 5.45 pm| Code: J2H2P2
JC1 H2 PHYSICS SCHEDULE
- Saturday |9.00 am – 10.30 Am| Code: J1H2P1
H2 PHYSICS PRACTICAL TRAINING
FAQ (MUST READ BEFORE CONTACTING TUTOR):
Q: Do you have your own notes and tutorials. How is your teaching style like in class?
A: Yes we do, we have packaged notes and tutorials for every topic, with questions of incremental difficulty from basic mastery to challenging questions. We always lecture the topic before letting students start to do questions. Please understand that Physics at the JC level is a very deep, which requires active thinking, understanding, and open discussion. Students will be asked questions during class time often, in order to stimulate their critical thinking, and to expose whatever deep misconceptions they have about the laws of Physics. I require their maximum effort and an open mind in class in order for them to learn efficiently, and become confident, independent learners. Another important thing to note, Physics has heavy use of Mathematics. I will be quoting concepts from H1/H2 Math in order for the students to better understand complex graphing, diagrams, models, and equations with heavy algebraic manipulation. I am absolutely against blind memorization and rote learning for Physics as it is counter productive.
Q: What is your class size?
A: Class size is limited at 5 maximum. However, if I need to concentrate more on the current students, I will further restrict the class size.
Q: Some schools may have different syllabuses for Physics, how do you plan to address this issue?
A: The difference in syllabuses for Physics is not as distinct as Mathematicss. All JC1 students begin with Newtonian Physics first, for at least 7-8 chapters, before diverging and doing different topics. That is at least a good 3/4 of the year where all JC1 students are doing the same topics in the same order. Similarly in JC2, the topics will be electricity, magnetism and modern physics. So there is only a marginal difference in syllabus, which can be overcome since I have small class sizes and I am able to attend to everyone in the event if they have one topic that is different from the class.
Q: Students have different speeds, how do you plan to address this in your class when one student is a lot faster than another?
A: Besides our own packaged lecture notes and tutorials, we also have on hand many TYS questions and past year school questions. Fast students are expected to complete supplementary exercises of increased difficulty while their peers catch up on the regular class work. That way, all students benefit from the class. This is an issue parents usually bring up, especially when it comes to IP students vs JAE students in the same JC. Rest assured that there is this system in place to keep all students engaged and learning at their maximum capacity.
Q: If a student has completely forgot certain physics concepts covered in Secondary School, and requires extra help recalling or refreshing their memory, will that be covered in class?
A: Yes. Concepts in Physics are very deep, and easy to come up with misconceptions on your own, especially during self study, or when exposed to very challenging questions. It is always good to test your conceptual knowledge and basics time and time again. One small misconception can snowball into huge errors. Students always appreciate it when the tutor covers past concepts taught in secondary school as they often do not have full knowledge or are not completely confident.
Q: If a student wishes to consult on their schoolwork, can they do so during class? If a student is very behind on schoolwork, can they attempt those tutorial questions in class?
A: Schoolwork is immediate and takes priority. As long as it is the same topic as what I am going through in class, students can share their doubts and we can learn together as a class. This may come as a shock to most parents, but more often than not, students are unable finish their schoolwork for JC, especially during exam period where they are given large revision packages. My packaged lectures and tutorials are a guideline for the class, and I do not blindly adhere to them, there is some flexibility where I allow students to catch up on their schoolwork in class as long as it is of the same topic. Our class sizes are small, and by design, very ideal for consultation.
Q: Will you cover older topics during exam time?
A: Absolutely. There are some topics in JC Physics that students consistently forget, those topics are waves, superposition, oscillation, DC circuits(effective resistance and potential divider principle) and the laws of thermodynamics. During exam time as well as during the June holiday period, there will be refreshers on these commonly forgotten topics.
Q: School papers VS Ten Year Series, it is known that schools set papers of a certain standard which is above that of the A-level. How do you plan to address this?
A: Basic practice usually starts with common past year A-level questions which are common and easier to score. That way, the students are primed with a good foundation for the A-levels. To excel in school questions, is to attempt questions from your own JC, or a JC with similar difficulty in papers/similar syllabus. Trend spotting in both school exams as well as A-level is something that I provide as a tutor. The strategy is that we attempt school papers when sitting for your school exams, and we attempt TYS questions when you are taking your As, or when I need to go through some basic concepts. That way, students can score well both during school time as well as during their A-level exam.
Q: Student is struggling very badly, what do you recommend?
A: If you are struggling and its the holiday period, arrange to come for a holiday program and work hard to catch up as you have time on your side. During the normal academic year, if you are struggling at the early part of the year, it is still not too late to join for regular class and catch up. If you are struggling at the later part of the year, arrange to come for multiple sessions or arrange for a one to one lesson. JC Physics, be it H1/H2, is very deep and not to be trifled with. You will not do well by simply putting in a basic amount of effort. To expect good or even passable grades when you start revising last minute is delusional, unless you commit to sacrificing and working hard.
Q: Student has several after school commitments and unable to commit to regular class, what do you recommend?
A: I recommend better time management and to get back to me only when you are able to do so. To be brutally honest, if you are struggling in your studies, I hardly think you have the luxury to be prioritizing other things instead of your own studies.
Q: We prefer online classes as we live further away, can you walk us through what a typical online class will be like?
A: For online class, we use Zoom or Google Meet as a platform. A link to the online classroom will be sent to either you or your child’s Whatsapp account a few minutes before the start of the class. Materials used for the class will be sent to you in a PDF or word format by email at least a day before the class itself. Parents are welcome to come down physically and collect printed materials if they wish. Online class has the same class size limit as physical class, capped at 4-5pax. Once attendance is taken and the tutor is sure that all students are accounted for, the class begins just like any regular class. Lesson materials are projected onto the screen in the online classroom, and there is a whiteboard function which the tutors will use to write down their steps and to discuss more complex questions with diagrams. We use a stylus pad for online whiteboard so the handwriting will be neat and fast, just like in our physical lessons. For complex questions, workings are required to be submitted to the tutor via Whatsapp using CamScanner, and they will be marked and returned. For students who are more shy in nature, they may choose to private message the tutor to address their concerns during class. The experience will be the same as a physical class but in the comfort of your home.
For enquiries, CALL 65694897 OR WA 90065997 (Mr Pang). Please avoid coming to the centre unannounced as we are in the middle of teaching and will not be able to attend to you.
Our teaching schedule is 2pm-9pm on weekdays and 9am-6pm on weekends. Do drop a message if you wish to enquire about classes during our teaching time, and I will get back to you as soon as I have a break in between class.
ENQUIRIES, CALL 65694897
TO REGISTER, SMS <STUDENT NAME>, <CODE> TO 90065997.
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BUKIT BATOK BRANCH:
@ BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
CALL 65694897 OR 90065997 OR 88765498
CALL 67896198 OR SMS 90065997.
The Tutors:
Mr. Pang graduated with a B.Eng(Honors) from NUS, and has been coaching students in PSLE, O-level/IP and A-level Mathematics and Science for more than 5 years. An alumnus of RVHS, Mr. Pang is a results-oriented tutor whose students do very well in exams through efficient learning methods and exam preparation skills.
Mr Ilyasa (for Physics Practicals): An NIE-trained ex-school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in A–Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree from the National Institute of Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore. Mr Ilyasa’s thinking and metacognitive approaches to problem solving has helped many students of varying abilities to excel in Math and the Sciences. He has coached students from many different schools and streams, including IP, SAP, IB, Express, N(A) and N(T).
Administrative Matters:
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Our location is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok Bus Interchange. Buses that stop along the roads surrounding our location are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 985. Buses services which terminate at Bukit Batok Bus Interchange are 61, 77, 106, 173, 177, 189, 852, 941, 945, 947.
Fee for JC1/JC2 is $360 per month of 4 lessons.
Costs of a one-off trial class is $120. Trial class timings will be arranged based on my discretion and assessment of your child’s needs. Subsequently, should you decide to sign up, the remainder of the monthly fee will be charged, i.e. you sign up for JC1 in Jan, trial is $120, if after the trial you continue, pay the balance of $360-$120=$240.
MISC CHARGES: $30 ONE TIME OFF REGISTRATION FEE
STUDENTS WHO JOIN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE MONTH, FIRST MONTLHY FEE WILL BE PRO RATED BASED ON NUMBER OF LESSONS LEFT IN THE MONTH, FOR EXAMPLE IF YOU JOIN IN JUNE WITH 2 LESSONS LEFT FOR Y4 CLASS, YOUR MONTHLY FEE WILL BE 360/4 X 2 = 180, MISC FEES STILL APPLY
NOTE: MATERIAL FEE IS CHARGED FOR ONLINE CLASSES, MATERIALS WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU BY SCANNED PDF, PARENTS CAN ARRANGE TO SELF COLLECT THE PHYSICAL MATERIALS IF NEEDED
NOTE: ONLINE CLASSES ARE SAME PRICING AS PHYSICAL CLASSES, WE PROVIDE THE SAME QUALITY EDUCATION IN SMALL SIZED CLASSROOMS BE IT ONLINE OR PHYSICAL
TO REGISTER, SMS <STUDENT NAME>, <CODE> TO 90065997.
For enquiries, kindly call 65694897 or sms to 90065997.
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TUITION CLASSES:
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES:
By EX-MOE TEACHERS & EXPERIENCED TUTORS
@ BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. S(650644).
CALL 65694897 OR SMS 88765498.
A-LEVEL H2 PHYSICS (MODERN PHYSICS) Intensive Revision 30 and 31 Oct 2014
Dates: 30/10 (Tue) and 31/10 (Wed)
Time: Each day 2pm-5pm, 6pm – 9pm.
Location: Blk 627, Bukit Batok Central. (It is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok bus interchange. Buses that stop along the road in front of Blk 627 are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 941, 947, 985)
Fee: $600
Max. no. of students: 8.
Tutor: Mr Ilyasa (ex-sch teacher, M.Ed, PGDE, B.Sc).
A former MOE school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 6 years, as well as ‘O’ Level & IP Physics, Additional Math, E. Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds both a Master of Education degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore.
To register, sms <Student Name><MODERN3031OCT> to 97860411.
For any queries, you may also talk directly to Mr Ilyasa at 97860411.
A-LEVEL H2 PHYSICS (ELECTRICITY-MAGNETISM) Intensive Revision 28 and 29 Oct 2014
Dates: 28/10 (Tue) and 29/10 (Wed)
Time: Each day 2pm-5pm, 6pm – 9pm.
Location: Blk 627, Bukit Batok Central. (It is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok bus interchange. Buses that stop along the road in front of Blk 627 are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 941, 947, 985)
Fee: $600
Max. no. of students: 8.
Tutor: Mr Ilyasa (ex-sch teacher, M.Ed, PGDE, B.Sc).
A former MOE school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 6 years, as well as ‘O’ Level & IP Physics, Additional Math, E. Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds both a Master of Education degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore.
To register, sms <Student Name><ELECTMAG2829OCT> to 97860411.
For any queries, you may also talk directly to Mr Ilyasa at 97860411.
A-LEVEL H2 PHYSICS (WAVES) Intensive Revision 24 and 27 Oct 2014
Dates: 24/10 (Fri) and 27/10 (Mon)
Time: Each day 2pm-5pm, 6pm – 9pm.
Location: Blk 627, Bukit Batok Central. (It is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok bus interchange. Buses that stop along the road in front of Blk 627 are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 941, 947, 985)
Fee: $600
Max. no. of students: 8.
Tutor: Mr Ilyasa (ex-sch teacher, M.Ed, PGDE, B.Sc).
A former MOE school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 6 years, as well as ‘O’ Level & IP Physics, Additional Math, E. Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds both a Master of Education degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore.
To register, sms <Student Name><WAVES2427OCT> to 97860411.
For any queries, you may also talk directly to Mr Ilyasa at 97860411.
A-LEVEL H2 PHYSICS (THERMAL) Intensive Revision 22 Oct 2014
Dates: 22/10 (Wed)
Time: 2pm-5pm, 6pm – 9pm.
Location: Blk 627, Bukit Batok Central. (It is just a 3-min walk from either the Bukit Batok MRT station or the Bukit Batok bus interchange. Buses that stop along the road in front of Blk 627 are numbers 157, 178, 66, 506, 173, 174, 176, 187, 941, 947, 985)
Fee: $300
Max. no. of students: 8.
Tutor: Mr Ilyasa (ex-sch teacher, M.Ed, PGDE, B.Sc).
A former MOE school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level & IB Physics and Mathematics for more than 6 years, as well as ‘O’ Level & IP Physics, Additional Math, E. Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds both a Master of Education degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree from the National University of Singapore.
To register, sms <Student Name><THERMAL22OCT> to 97860411.
For any queries, you may also talk directly to Mr Ilyasa at 97860411.