What our Year 3 OC Prep (Critical Thinking) students receive
Structured 9-week course
Regular Diagnostic Reviews
Revise with bonus access to Theory Lesson Videos
Comprehensive Theory Book
Practical Exam Skills
Learn the theory behind all OC question types with our experienced teachers in 1.5 hour structured weekly lessons.
Our Diagnostic Tests assess your child’s OC exam readiness once every three weeks. A detailed Diagnostic Report keeps you informed of your child’s strengths and weaknesses.
Structured 9-week course
Regular Diagnostic Reviews
Revise with bonus access to Theory Lesson Videos
Comprehensive Theory Book
Practical Exam Skills
1.5 hours x 9 weekly lessons per term
N/A
Mathematical Reasoning: Patterns, Puzzles, Measurements (Intermediate)
Thinking Skills: Verbal & Spatial Reasoning (Intermediate)
Thinking Skills: Logical Reasoning (Intermediate)
9 weekly lessons in the school term
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30 min |
Theory Gain in-depth knowledge and understandingTeachers present the techniques and strategies to solve questions efficiently |
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30 min |
Application Learn how to apply the theoryTeacher will guide you to apply the theory and techniques to exam style questions |
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30 mins |
In class practice Get exposure to exam-style questionsStudents can attempt to answer practice questions |
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Wednesday 5:40 – 7:10pm |
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Thursday 5:40 – 7:10pm |
| Epping |
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Wednesday 5:40 – 7:10pm |
| Strathfield |
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Thursday 5:40 – 7:10pm |
Year 3 Critical Thinking Online Course includes:
Classes taught by inspirational teachers
9 engaging lessons over 9 weeks
Detailed Theory Book designed to help students gain Critical Thinking Skills
Access to theory lesson videos for revision
Triweekly Maths tests to assess and identify knowledge gaps
Continue revising with access to Theory Lesson Videos until the end of the academic year.
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Teachers |
Matrix Vast classroom teaching experience, HSC and/or university teaching experience with an ability to explain concepts clearly |
Others Have little or no actual teaching experience, cannot explain difficult concepts in a manner that students can understand |
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Program |
Matrix Teaching program that covers the NSW Education Standards Authority syllabus. Structured learning system that allows students to develop sound study habits every week |
Others Most private tutors and other tuition centres do not follow a set structure; rather they have an ad-hoc approach without considering timing and outcomes |
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Resources |
Matrix A full set of resources written by academics and education researchers. Online access to Supplementary exam papers / texts with top responses. |
Others Only address content that students raise, use generic textbooks. |
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Assessments |
Matrix Short quizzes and topic tests held under strict exam conditions to ensure students have a solid understanding of the subject |
Others No exam-style quizzes or tests that assess the student’s weaknesses. Hence, they are not able to identify their specific learning needs |
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Reporting |
Matrix Weekly tracking of Grades, Quiz and Topic Test results so student and parents can monitor their progress. |
Others No measured tracking process, so they cannot tell if the student is struggling or improving. |
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Learning Management System |
Matrix Share information, academic resources and advice with classmates from over 220 schools. |
Others Do not have the library of resources or past exams that can help students excel |
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One-to-one Workshops |
Matrix Free workshops to target individual learning needs |
Others No additional support outside the lesson. |
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