✦ EAL/D English ✦



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English as an Additional Language or Dialect



The HSC EAL/D English course requires students to learn to effectively express their ideas through use of appropriate conventions of grammar, sentence structure and punctuation. They must learn to compose

texts in a variety of forms for a range of different purposes, writing with clarity and fluency.


Students must understand a range of literary texts and develop their knowledge of basic literary devices to analyse textual themes, features and forms.



NOTE:

Eligibility – For students educated overseas or in an Australian educational institution with English

as the language of instruction for 5 YEARS OR LESS prior to commencing the Preliminary course.



✦ Test Components ✦



Paper 1 (MOD A) – Human Experiences



(Time Limit: 1 hr 30 mins working + 10 mins reading)





  • Comprehension (unseen texts)
  • Extended Response / Mini Essay
  • Focus on Writing


Paper 2 – Essay Modules



(Time Limit: 1 hr working + 5 mins reading)





  • Module B – Language, Identity and Culture (essay)
  • Module C – Close Study of Texts (essay)


✦ What Makes English At MSL Different? ✦



COMPREHENSIVE
TRAINING



We give you the whole package, covering both English fundamentals and high level English skills. By identifying and correcting any gaps in your skillset, we will make sure you're ready for the HSC and any other challenging tasks.


Our training covers all elements of your HSC exams, giving you the necessary skills, exam techniques and confidence to tackle every section.



LEARN FAST



Are you worried that you've already fallen too far behind your peers? Do you feel unprepared for your HSC?


To achieve success, you must have the right skills. We understand the value of developing such skills fast and therefore we make it our goal to help you learn fast by training you the right way.



practical
life skills



Your skills are only useful to you if they are practical for the real-world. We make sure the skills you develop translate to both further study and professional work.


You might have good grammar and reading comprehension skills but can you articulate and communicate your ideas effectively for a proposal? Do you know how to write or structure a formal report to make it easy to understand?



✦ What Can MSL Do For You? ✦



Establish a Strong Foundation



We'll teach you the essential skills to speed up your learning!



critical thinking & analysis



You will learn the important skill of 'unpacking' texts and exams questions by extracting key ideas, making connections and considering different perspectives to enhance your analysis.





STRUCTURE &
PLANNING



Presenting your ideas in a logical, organised format is essential to effective writing. You will also learn to consider your purpose and type of audience before you begin writing.





GRAMMAR &
SPELLING



These basics of writing are often overlooked, yet essential! They can significantly influence the impression you give to markers and errors will make your writing confusing or misleading.





applying literary devices & metalanguage



We will teach you how to effectively analyse and evaluate textual form and features, heightening your level of analysis.





early preparation



Learning to prepare early for assessments will help prevent you experiencing an overwhelming sense of helplessness and stress later on. We always want you to feel capable and confident throughout your studies!





imaginative / creative expression



A creative mindset is just as important as an analytical one in the HSC. We will enhance your creative writing abilities by teaching you a variety of creative techniques.





CLEAR, FLUENT &
SUCCINT EXPRESSION



We will teach you to improve the flow of your writing by implementing a variety of linking techniques and topic sentences. You will also learn to express yourself in a concise manner to enhance the clarity of your writing.





PROOFREADING &
EDITING



Learning to improve and correct your work is just as essential as writing the first draft. You will learn to habitually review your work with a critical eye and undertake meticulous analysis of grammar and phrasing.





time management



We strongly believe in the maxim: "Work hard. Play Hard." We want you to combat procrastination and develop good study habits while allowing time for your hobbies and much-needed rest!





Build a Bridge Between Theory & Application



You will learn to apply these skills in useful and practical ways!



comprehension



fast Analysis of textual features



creative writing



understanding poetry



essay writing



analysis of visual texts



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The big secret in life is that there is no big secret. Whatever your goal, you can get there if you’re willing to work.



– Oprah Winfrey



Ensure Long-Term Success



confidence



capability



achievement



✦ Hot Tips For Success! ✦



PREPARATION



➤ Build on a strong foundation

When students struggle and feel stressed in English, it is often due to a lack of foundation. Get help early so that you have the right skills and knowledge to build on in senior years!


➤ Practice makes perfect

You'll often hear this phrase but do not be fooled. This statement only applies with REGULAR, FREQUENT practice. Cramming before every exam doesn't count!


➤ Develop critical thinking skills early

These skills take longer to develop than people think. Don’t leave it until Year 12 to practice them or get the help you need!



MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSION



➤ Correct spelling, grammar, syntax and structure is more important to examiners than you think!


➤ Stand out by addressing context, purpose, structure, stylistic and grammatical features, and form if __.possible. These can shape meaning too – not just what is being said!


➤ Become familiar with literary devices and metalanguage.



EXAM TECHNIQUES



➤ You won’t get marks for writing markers can’t read! Many students overlook the importance of legibility.

Do not make this mistake!


➤ Physical exercise will help you write fast and neat.

Use a stress ball for 5 minutes or finish a page of writing as fast as you can every day.


➤ Always directly address the question / stimulus by using words from the question.

Failure to do so will be heavily penalised.


➤ Don’t go overtime in exams and stick to the time limit for each section.

Even 5 minutes extra could be extremely detrimental. If you really need to, leave that ONE section incomplete and come back to it later instead of rushing to finish MULTIPLE other sections later.



we make it possible.



YOU MAKE IT HAPPEN.





Intensive Training Program

No shortcuts. No limits.



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