The goal of reading is to get comprehension from what you read. Reading is one of the four skills that are being assessed in the GCSE Malaysia examination. However, reading skill is not only important for examination assessment. In fact, it is a skill that people use all the time for work and for daily […]
26 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Listening and speaking are the two most important components to master to communicate well in any language including English. In the English IGCSE examination, you will be assessed in both components in the Speaking and Listening Test. Listening and speaking may seem to be intimidating for some students. However, if you prepare yourself, there will […]
26 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Writing is one of the skills that is being assessed in the GCSE Malaysia English language subject. Although the writing exam is less intimidating compared to the listening and speaking test, you still need to prepare for it to pass the IGCSE examination with flying colours. But how do you prepare yourself for a writing […]
26 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
English is one of the 70 available subjects that you can choose in the IGCSE examination. To achieve excellent results in the examination, you need to understand the structure of the English paper and be prepared before the exam day. The first thing you got to do in the English IGCSE examination is to get […]
26 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Chess is a game that can take anywhere from 5 minutes to 55, or even longer! It’s a board game that requires a lot of deliberation and problem-solving, so games can be drawn out sometimes and take up a whole morning or afternoon. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could taste victory in just two […]
20 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
If you want to prove to your friends that you're the king or queen of chess, then you’ll want to have some aces up your sleeve. One of the best ways to demonstrate your chess iq and prove that you know what you’re doing is to master one of the quick-win strategies. Yes, you read […]
20 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
As far as games go, chess has to be one of the most beneficial for kids. That isn’t to say that there is no educational value in Minecraft, but video games pale in comparison to board games when it comes to learning opportunities. Every game of chess is a strategic challenge to overcome, full of […]
20 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Now’s as good a time as any to learn about the cerebral game of chess. Off the back of the hit show ‘Queen’s Gambit’ on streaming platform Netflix, the popularity of the classic board game is on the rise. What’s more, due to the COVID-19 pandemic which for some was a stark wake up call, […]
20 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
“There is no school equal to a decent home and no teacher equal to a virtuous parent.” - Gandhi Let’s start by saying that there’s no such thing as a typical day of homeschooling and that’s probably why you’re interested in it. These tips are here to help, but you don’t need to follow them […]
29 March 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
“The unexamined life is not worth living” - Socrates No matter what kind of smartphone you have, you should be able to enjoy a variety of useful apps. Both the App Store and the Google Play Store have plenty of apps that you can use online and offline almost anywhere. Our phones are almost part […]
29 March 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - Nelson Mandela 2020 saw a lot of parents having to homeschool their children more than they’d probably planned to. With the pandemic, some parents might be just thinking of keeping their children at home and teaching them themselves. Legally, it’s […]
29 March 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
“The challenge for a human now is to be more interesting to another than his or her smartphone.” - Alain de Botton Maths, science, and English are still all subjects that you have to study and most parents would love to have enough time to help their children with every part of their schooling. After […]
29 March 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
"No rules, just right!" - Outback Steakhouse This advertising slogan for the Aussie-themed American steakhouse capitalised on the success of the Crocodile Dundee film that had smashed worldwide box office records two years before. Opened in 1988, this restaurant chain hoped to convey that it imbued the film's renegade spirit through its (utterly conventional) menu […]
24 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
What does roller skating sound like? We've all heard the assured thrumming sound of polyurethane wheels on pavement, with its rhythmic acknowledgement of every sidewalk crack. Without turning around, could you tell what kind of skate you're hearing? Inline skates, commonly called rollerblades, make a chunky bass sound while skateboards emit a higher-pitched, continuous hum. […]
24 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
If it seems like I've been lost in 'let's remember'... Billy Joel, Keeping the Faith For some, recalling the happiest times of their lives helps to keep them sane and balanced when times are stressful like they've been over the past year. For others, generally of younger generations, hearing about how things used to be […]
24 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
You've surely heard of the new trend sweeping Great Britain: rollerskating! Sales of roller skates have... not exactly skyrocketed but increased dramatically over the past few months, mainly because pandemic conditions have provoked ingenuity. Formerly active people, now housebound, cannot accept that a short walk outdoors is all that they're allowed; for them, there's got […]
24 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Easy pronunciation. Simple grammar. Widely spoken in several parts of Asia. A popular foreign language that is taught overseas. These are some of the characteristics of the national language of Malaysia, which is the Malay language. The influence of this language goes beyond a grade on examinations, but behind this language is an umbrella of […]
15 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Do you find yourself relying a lot on Google Translate when you can’t seem to think of the Malay word that is equivalent to the English word that you intend to express? Learning Malay is becoming as essential as learning English in an increasingly global and multicultural setting in Malaysia. After all, the national language […]
15 July 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
One of the most frequently asked questions among language learners is this. What is the best way to learn a language? Is there really a one size that fits all method that guarantees language proficiency in the long run? Just as we have a great diversity in languages, various language learning approaches work differently for […]
15 July 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Do you know what the national anthems of Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and Indonesia share in common? They all contain the Malay language in their lyrics. The Malay language has always been recognized as the lingua franca of the Southeast Asian region due to its strong cultural and regional ties over the years. Hence, it is […]
15 July 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
Pretty much anyone can sing a perfect ‘Happy Birthday’ or ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’ songs. There will be no pitching problems whats so ever when you sing those songs. It is like, you have the perfect voice. So, you’re thinking “Hey, I can actually sing!” Before you even think about it, we have good and […]
24 June 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
We all love singing, don’t we? Whether in the shower, while stuck in a traffic jam or while mopping the floor, we do some sort of singing sessions. It could be the perfect fun hobby for us. But, if you think you want to go further in Malaysia’s music industry, why not learn how to […]
24 June 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Being a true beginner, it might be hard for you to sound at your best on a certain song. Why? Probably because you are lack practice or even because the song you choose is not the best for your voice. You have your own unique voices and different strength. Therefore, it is important for you […]
24 June 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Have you ever daydream about getting up on a stage with a microphone in your hands, in front of a huge crowd, waving their hands, calling for your name? The music is on, you open your mouth and start to sing. And the best of all, the crowd is singing along with you. Goosebump! Guess […]
24 June 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
If you are thinking about pursuing your career in the Accounting field in Malaysia, you might want to read this article out. Even if you don’t want to go into the finance and economics area, having accounting knowledge will take you further in any industries. Accounting has a valuable fundamental to developing broader monetary theories. […]
28 May 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
Does the Accounting subject require a deep understanding and knowledge of Maths? A lot of students would probably say yes. But that is not always true. You don’t have to be an expert in Maths to take up Accounting courses. Having basic knowledge in simple algebra and arithmetic is good enough for you to score […]
28 May 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
Accounting is all about recording, analysing and reporting financial information for a particular company or business. It helps businesses make the wise and strategic financial decision but at the same time still adhere to the law. In fact, Accounting is a practical skill. It can be applied not only in your future career but also […]
28 May 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
Since you are in Form 4 in the Malaysian government school, you have the choices to pick up any elective subject for your Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination. Have you decided which course to choose? If you are good with numbers, have good reasoning ability and are interested in business, opting for Accounting subject to […]
28 May 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
“Humans are the reproductive organs of technology.” - Kevin Kelly While computers may never replace the human mind, they can definitely help us to share knowledge more effectively. This is especially true when it comes to online tutorials as learning from videos, streamed lessons, and online tutors are all becoming more popular. There are plenty […]
28 January 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever” - Mahatma Gandhi Online lessons, finding somewhere to do homework, connection issues, etc. During lockdowns and restrictions, it hasn’t been easy for students to keep up with their schooling and some are at risk of falling behind. During the […]
28 January 2021 ∙ 6 minutes to read
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” - Nelson Mandela During the Second World War, researcher Norman Mackworth created an experiment to test the vigilance of radar operators. The test, known as the Mackworth Clock, became a common test of vigilance and concentration over long periods. Vigilance decreases […]
28 January 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read
“Study hard what interests you the most in the most undisciplined, irreverent and original manner possible.” - Richard Feynmann With the lockdowns and the restrictions due to COVID, some students have started to fall behind with their studies or struggle at school. Not every student is on track to get the grades they want or […]
28 January 2021 ∙ 7 minutes to read