Year 12 English Common Module: Short Answer and Essay Writing Workshop

Year 12 English Common Module: Short Answer and Essay Writing Workshop

Master the Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences with Dymocks Tutoring’s intensive three-hour workshop, designed exclusively for Year 12 students. This session will refine your essay and short answer writing skills, ensuring you are ready to excel in the HSC English exam.

Whether you’re revisiting the module after a break or consolidating your understanding, this workshop will build confidence, improve writing strategies, and strengthen analytical skills crucial for the HSC.

Why Attend?

For Students:

• Strengthen Exam Skills: Master essay and short answer responses tailored to the Common Module.
• Consolidate Knowledge: Revise the module thoroughly before tackling Modules A, B, and C.
• Timed Practice: Gain confidence with timed practice essay plans and short answer responses.
• Expert Guidance: Learn from sample essays and responses, breaking them down with experienced tutors.

For Parents:

• Support Exam Prep: Help your child prepare for their HSC with targeted exam practice and revision.
• Fill Knowledge Gaps: Ensure they address any areas of difficulty in the Common Module.
• Build Transferable Skills: Equip them with analytical and writing techniques that apply to other modules and assessments.

What You’ll Learn

• Question Types: Understand the types of questions asked in the Common Module HSC exam.
• Essay Writing: Learn the structure of a strong essay and how to craft compelling arguments.
• Short Answer Responses: Develop concise and analytical responses to unseen texts.
• Sample Analysis: Review and break down exemplar essays and short answer responses as a class.
• Timed Practice: Plan essays and tackle unseen texts under timed conditions, individually and in groups.

Agenda

10:00 AM: Roll Call and Introductions

10:10 AM: Activity 1: Exploring Common Module Questions

10:30 AM: Activity 2: Essay Structure and Analysis

11:00 AM: Activity 3: Short Answer Writing Techniques

11:30 AM: Break

11:45 AM: Activity 4: Timed Essay Plans

12:15 PM: Activity 5: Independent and Group Practice

1:00 PM: Pickup

Dates and Times

Chatswood

Thursday, 30 Jan

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Parramatta

Thursday, 30 Jan

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Epping

Thursday, 30 Jan

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

What to Bring

• Snacks and drinks for the break.
• A pencil case with your preferred writing tools.
• A laptop if you prefer to type; however, all activities can be completed by hand in the provided workbooks.

What We Supply

• Writing books and stationery for all activities.

Pricing

• $50 per student

Limited Spots Available!

Prepare for the HSC and build a strong foundation for success in the Common Module. Reserve your spot today!