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Moments from Science Week! Breaking free from the confines of the traditional curriculum is also necessary for success.
Wei Han exemplifies this by frequently utilising online platforms such as Khan Academy
and Crash Course to supplement his knowledge. These websites provide comprehensive
guides that enable students to grasp difficult scientific concepts. In addition, Craig
employs the Pomodoro Method in his study routine. By dividing study sessions into
25-minute focused intervals, punctuated by short 5-minute breaks, students can maintain
their focus and productivity. This technique allows students to refresh their minds after
a bout of intensive studying, allowing them to feel reinvigorated for another productive
study session.
As the recess bell rang, we knew that our interview had to come to a close. We wrapped it
up with a discussion about their future prospects. Craig expresses a passion for all fields
but has a bias for chemistry. He hopes to pursue a career in forensic science, a path he
They also provided a plethora of useful aspires to tread at the National University of Singapore. Conversely, Wei Han has yet to
information for tackling tricky scientific find his calling, but he knows that it will be science-related. He wishes for a scholarship,
subjects. Biology, the field of life's many a feat that's rather achievable given his prowess. Whatever the future holds for them, we
mysteries, has the reputation of being a hope they'll continue inspiring us as they do now.
subject that consists of nothing but blind
memorisation. However, such assumptions
are quickly proven incorrect during exam
season. Biology is not just about cramming
textbook information but also pertains
to real-world applications. Furthermore,
conducting scientific experiments and
reading up on case studies provides
students with the required tools to tackle
critical thinking questions. Chemistry, on
the other hand, demands theory above
all. Wei Han admits that while calculation
details of examination preparation. Wei questions do exist, tests usually boil down
Han highlighted mock papers' crucial to following answer templates. This differs
role in familiarising oneself with common from physics which requires students to
assessment-solving solutions. SPM papers, have a strong foundation in maths. Some
as he pointed out, frequently repeat question erroneously think that just substituting
templates with only minor variations. From numbers in equations is enough to get
language essays to mathematical equations, by, but simply regurgitating formulae is
they all follow a querying constant. By ultimately useless without comprehending
habitually practising with mock papers, how it actually works. As they advised
students can deepen their understanding above, mock papers can remedy such issues
of these pivotal patterns and successfully effectively.
score in similar assessment scenarios.
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