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S4 A. Math O-Level Conceptual Revision: Exam Prep beginning 2nd week of April

Posted on April 4, 2013February 26, 2016 by admin

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ORIGINAL POST(OUTDATED):

Conceptual Revision classes are for Sec 4 students to revise their Sec 3 work in preparation for their SA1 or Prelim exams. Details as follows (sms or call 97860411 to register):

Level/Subject: S4 Additional Math

Days/Times: (1) Sundays, 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm.

Location: Blk 627 Bukit Batok Central #07-640

Topics: Sec 3 A. Math topics such as Polynomials, Binomial Theorem, Logarithms etc.

Target Group: This series of revision workshops is suitable for low to medium ability Sec 4 A. Math students who need to revise their A. Math in a systematic and effective way. High ability Sec 3 students may also attend these sessions to revise or have a headstart in their A. Math.

Focus: Conceptual Understanding, Solving Challenging or Tricky A. Math Problems, Exam-Answering Techniques.

Format: Lecture + Worksheets + Discussions

Fees: $200 per month

Class Size: 2 to 6 students.

Tutor: Mr Ilyasa; M.Ed (NIE), PGDE (NIE), BSc (NUS), Ex-RI/RJC; ex-sch teacher, full-time tutor of PSLE, O and A Level Math and Physics. (h/p: 97860411)

A former secondary school Physics teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level (H2/H1) Physics and (H2/H1) Mathematics for more than 7 years, as well as ‘O’ Level Physics, Additional Math, Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds a Bachelor of Science degree with Merit from the National University of Singapore, a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, Singapore, and a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree also from the NIE, Singapore.

To register, kindly call or send an sms to 97860411.

Pure Physics

S4 Pure Physics O-Level Intensive Revision beginning 6 April 2013

Posted on March 23, 2013February 26, 2016 by admin

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ORIGINAL POST(OUTDATED):

From my experience as a Physics teacher and tutor, Sec 4 students need a systematic way of revising their Sec 3 Physics topics for their SA1 or first Prelim exam. Thus I will be conducting the following 3-hr workshops at my home centre for Sec 4 Physics students (for registration, sms or call 97860411):

Level/Subject: S4 Pure Physics

Day/Time: Saturdays, 4 pm to 7 pm ( 3hrs)

Location: Blk 627 Bukit Batok Central #07-640

Dates: 6, 13, 20, 27 April

Topics: 6 Apr – Measurement & Kinematics; 13 Apr – Forces, Mass, Weight & Density; 20 Apr – Moments, Energy, Work & Power; 27 Apr – Pressure.

Target Group: This series of revision workshops is suitable for low to medium ability Sec 4 or Sec 3 Physics students who need to revise their Physics in a systematic and effective way.

Focus: Conceptual Understanding, Solving Challenging or Tricky Physics Problems, Exam-Answering Techniques.

Format: Lecture + Worksheets + Discussions

Fees: $360 for whole revision package (inclusive of refreshments and materials)

Class Size: 2 to 8 students.

Tutor: Mr Ilyasa; M.Ed (NIE), PGDE (NIE), BSc (NUS), Ex-RI/RJC; ex-sch teacher, full-time tutor of PSLE, O and A Level Math and Physics. (h/p: 97860411)

To register, kindly call or send an sms to 97860411.

Social Studies

S4 Social Studies Mar Holiday Workshop by Qualified & Experienced Teacher

Posted on March 16, 2013December 13, 2025 by admin

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(A) Enjoy up to 37.9% discount off the usual fee if you sign up in Nov or Dec!

(B) Get 3 O-level Science Practical lessons FOR FREE if you sign up for any Science tuition (theory in-centre) by 31st Jan 2026.

OTHER PROMOTIONS

We have been successfully tutoring secondary students in Math, Physics and Chemistry since 2007.

If your child is currently struggling in his/her math or science studies, we recommend 1-1 tuition as the best way for him/her to get back on track.

NEW: O-LEVEL MATH ONLINE REVISION SERIES ($100 per month only)

TRIAL LESSON (1.5 hours, in-centre or online)

Subjects Offered: MATH, A.MATH, PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, COMBINED SCIENCE (PHY-CHEM)

Available slots: To be negotiated.

Costs of a one-off 1.5-hr trial lesson for S1-S4 is $120 (1-1) or $90 (group). Trial class timings will be arranged based on our discretion and assessment of your child’s needs.

A trial lesson serves as a diagnostics for your child, by looking into his/her previous schoolwork, exam papers, as well as watching how they respond to the lecture and tutorial content.

If your child continues to sign up with us, the cost of the trial lesson will be deducted from your first month’s fee, thus making it a FREE TRIAL LESSON.

1-1 TUITION (Ideal for struggling students; | Maximum attention | In-centre or Online | Ideal for Nov-Feb period)

Subjects Offered: MATH, A.MATH, PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, COMBINED SCIENCE (PHY-CHEM)

Available slots: To be negotiated.

Fee per hour: $90 (usual) | $60 (Nov-Dec)

Registration fee: $50 (one-time, non-refundable)

For enquiries, CALL 65694897 [office] or Whatsapp to 88765498 [Admin].

DIFFERENTIATED GROUP TUITION (Proven effective tuition ideal for mentoring and consultations | Very small class size | Face-to-face lessons in centre | Available from Jan to Oct)

Subjects Offered: MATH, A.MATH, PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, COMBINED SCIENCE (PHY-CHEM)

Available slots:

Weekdays: 5.30pm – 7.00pm

Sat, Sun: 10.00am – 11.30am

Fee per month (four 1.5h sessions, once a week): $360 (usual) | $240 (if start in Nov or Dec)

Fee per month (eight 1.5h sessions, twice a week): $580 (usual) | $360 (if start in Nov or Dec)

Registration fee: $50 (one-time, non-refundable)

For enquiries, CALL 65694897 [office] or Whatsapp to 88765498 [Admin].

THE TUTORS

Mr Chong: Mr Chong graduated from Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School with an impressive PSLE score of 265 (Top 2% nationwide), achieving straight A/A* grades. He went on to Hwa Chong Institution, where he was a Bilingual Triple Science Scholar, before pursuing his studies at the National University of Singapore (NUS), Faculty of Science. A passionate and dedicated educator, Mr Chong specialises in Mathematics and the Triple Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology). Having experienced both the Integrated Programme (IP) and O-Level pathways, he is well-equipped to guide students from either stream with clarity and precision. Known for his tech-savvy teaching style, Mr Chong integrates modern tools and digital learning techniques to make lessons engaging and effective.

Ms Tang: Ms Tang graduated from NTU with a B.Eng in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. She has been teaching students in PSLE Math and Science since 2009. An effective and caring tutor, she uses analogies and diagrams to explain and classify things for easier memorization; identifying and correcting students’ misconceptions and assumptions, understanding what students are confused about, and helping them to see where they have gone wrong. Ms Tang has helped many students achieve their desired results.

Mr Ilyas: An NIE-trained Teacher, Mr Ilyas has been coaching students in O-Level & IP Chemistry, Physics and Math for more than 12 years. An alumnus of Raffles Institution, Mr Ilyas holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the NUS as well as a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree from the National Institute of Education. Mr Ilyas’ 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, and IB.

For enquiries, CALL 65694897 OR SMS 88765498

TO REGISTER, CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW.

SCIENCE PRACTICAL REVISION OR HEAD START.

SCIENCE PRACTICAL TRAINING FOR ‘O’ AND ‘A’ LEVEL (Jan to Oct)

$A MATH$

A-Level, A. Math, O-Level English, Pure Chemistry, Pure Physics, Sec Math

A-Level & O-Level 2013 Preparation (morning classes, mainly for those re-taking)

Posted on March 8, 2013February 26, 2016 by admin

We do provide coaching for students who are free to attend classes in the mornings or early afternoons. Such students are typically those who are re-taking their A-levels or O-levels. The levels and subjects offered are:

A-Level: General Paper, (H2/H1) Economics, (H2/H1) Math, (H2) Management of Business. (H2/H1) Physics (upon request)

O-Level: English, Math, Additional Math, Science (Physics/Chemistry), Pure Physics, Pure Chemistry, Economics, Business Studies.

Class type: Small group or Individual

Location: 3-min walk from Bukit Batok MRT station.

For other details, such as timings and fees, kindly call or sms to 97860411, or send an email to ilyasa@conceptlearning.sg.

The Tutors:

Mr Ilyasa: A former MOE school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level Physics, Mathematics and Economics for more than 7 years, as well as ‘O’ Level Physics, Additional Math and Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds a Bachelor of Science degree with Merit from the National University of Singapore, a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, Singapore, and a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree also from the NIE, Singapore.

Mr Jay Lim: An experienced full-time tutor, Mr Lim holds a Master of International Management (USA), B.Sc (USA) majoring in Finance & Retail Management, Higher Stage Certificate in Economics, The London Chamber of Commerce & Industry. He was formerly a financial services consultant and an ex-bank officer. Mr Lim has been teaching English at various levels in an Integrated Programme school for about 5 years. He will be focusing on General Paper, Management of Business and Economics in Singapore Learner.

For details, such as timings and fees, kindly call or sms to 97860411.

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A. Math, Sec Math

Sec 4 A. Math & Math Tuition By Ex-Sch Teacher

Posted on March 7, 2013February 26, 2016 by admin

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ORIGINAL POST(OUTDATED):

Sec 4 A. Math (Investment amt: $180 per mth):

Fri 5.45 – 7.15 pm;

Sat 2.15 pm – 3.45 pm;

Sec 4 E. Math (Investment amt: $180 per mth):

Tues 7.45 – 9.15 pm;

Tutor: Mr Ilyasa; M.Ed (NIE), PGDE (NIE), BSc (NUS), Ex-RI/RJC; ex-sch teacher, full-time tutor of PSLE, O and A Level Math and Physics. (h/p: 97860411)

A former secondary school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level (H2/H1) Physics and (H2/H1) Mathematics for more than 6 years, as well as ‘O’ Level Physics, Additional Math, Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds a Bachelor of Science degree with Merit from the National University of Singapore, a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, Singapore, and a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree also from the NIE, Singapore.

DETAILS:

Location: Blk 627 Bukit Batok Central #07-640

Average Class Size: 2-6 students

To register, kindly call or send an sms to 97860411, indicating the Student Name, the Subject and Level.

Pure Physics, Sec Science

Sec 3 Physics Tuition By Ex-Sch Teacher

Posted on March 7, 2013February 26, 2016 by admin

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ORIGINAL POST(OUTDATED):

Sec 3 Physics: (Investment amt: $180 per mth).

Wed 5.45 pm to 7.15 pm;

Sat 10.45 am to 12.15 pm;

Tutor: Mr Ilyasa; M.Ed (NIE), PGDE (NIE), BSc (NUS), Ex-RI/RJC; ex-sch teacher, full-time tutor of PSLE, O and A Level Math and Physics. (h/p: 97860411)

A former secondary school teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in ‘A’ Level (H2/H1) Physics and (H2/H1) Mathematics for more than 7 years, as well as ‘O’ Level Physics, Additional Math, Math and PSLE Math for more than 10 years. An alumnus of RI and RJC, Mr Ilyasa holds a Bachelor of Science degree with Merit from the National University of Singapore, a Postgraduate Diploma in Education with Credit from the National Institute of Education, Singapore, and a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree also from the NIE, Singapore.

DETAILS:

Location: Blk 627 Bukit Batok Central #07-640

Average Class Size: 2-6 students

To register, kindly call or send an sms to 97860411, indicating the Student Name, the Subject and Level.

A. Math, Educational Advice

Improvement in a student’s math result …

Posted on February 27, 2013February 27, 2013 by admin

Daniel, one of A. Math tutees, showed me his class test result yesterday: 34/40. The test was on Indices and Surds, Wow, excellent, I said to him. Daniel is from the N(A) stream, and usually fails his Math tests. That he could obtain 34/40 and top his class in just a few weeks of tuition was phenomenal. So I started reflecting on what went right, because there are many students, even those from top schools, who do not make such a giant leap in such a short amount of time.

So what was the major factor contributing to Daniel’s significant improvement? Well, it’s not some secret special technique. In fact, it’s a well-known technique that some students just don’t want to use – ask many, many questions, even “silly” ones, about the same topic until one is satisfied that understanding has been achieved. Daniel even questions me when he doesn’t understand the steps I show him, whereas many students simply copy or write down my solution. Daniel sometimes takes a while to process the information I give to him; he will pause and ponder, and then sheepishly asks a basic question. He will even ask questions periodically to affirm that his steps are correct.

Students need to make meaning out of what they hear or see; it’s not enough to just listen to teachers or observe what they do in class. And you make meaning when you have a dissonance in your mind; some pieces of the jigsaw puzzle don’t fit and you have the courage to ask and then ponder again.

Regarding asking questions, I have one advice though: you must attempt to answer your own questions first, for the struggle to answer your own questions will make it easier for you to understand another person’s explanation. : )

Good luck!

Rgds,

Ilyasa

Pure Physics, Sec Science

Sec 4 Physics Reflections 03/02/13 – Current Electricity

Posted on February 5, 2013February 24, 2016 by admin

Today, I asked them a few questions to improve their conceptual understanding of electricity:

(1) What is the difference between e.m.f and potential difference?

(2) What is the difference between resistance and resistivity?

(3) How do you derive the unit for resistivity?

(4) Why does the resistance of a metallic conductor increase when its temperature increases?

(5) Why is the ammeter connected in series to a resistor but the voltmeter is connected in parallel?

Some points to note:

(1) Resistance is NOT the gradient of the V-I graph.

(2) The I-V and V-I graphs of a conductor may be different and you’ll need to understand why and explain the difference.

Rgds,

Ilyasa, M.Ed, PGDE, ex-MOE Math and Physics teacher (hp: 97860411)

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A. Math, A. Math Tips

Sec 4 A. Math Reflections 02/02/13 – Higher Derivative

Posted on February 5, 2013February 24, 2016 by admin

Today I taught them the Higher Derivatives, using displacement, velocity and acceleration as real-life examples. I chose not to introduce the 2nd derivative as a means to test whether a turning point is a maximum or minimum, as I preferred to do that when teaching the application of differentiation in tangents and normals at a point in a curve.

Points to note:

(1) students must not write the 2nd derivative as dy^2/dx^2;

(2) d^2y/dx^2 is not the same as (dy/dx)^2;

(3) d^2y/dx^2 is the same as f”(x) or f^2(x);

(4) there may be product rule, quotient rule or chain rule involved when finding the higher derivatives.

Rgds,

Ilyasa, M.Ed, PGDE, ex-MOE Math and Physics teacher (hp: 97860411)