Post by: brenden on May 22, 2015, 05:59:16 pm
Hey guys!
So, we received some truly amazing feedback from our first Head Start lecture series. Really though, with lecturers like Lauren and Thushan, ATAR Notes lectures were always destined to be the best ;). Click the spoiler to check out some of the things your peers had to say in response to the question, “What was the best thing about the lectures?”
Spoiler
“The notes (when they didn't sell out straight away) and the content.”
“Brilliant content, really concise and clear way(s) of explaining key concepts. The lecturer could explain difficult concepts in more than one way, in an entertaining fashion. Thought provoking and challenging, the lecture was an extremely valuable time that truly accelerated my learning. Would most definitely recommend. Seriously, well done ATAR notes. 9/10 :)”
“High quality lecturers who not only break down the main concepts but also the smaller, trickier nuances”
“The amazing lecturers. I attended Methods, Chemistry, Biology and English, and the two lecturers were fantastic. I especially enjoyed the English lecture; I honestly wasn't expecting much out of it due to the fact that different schools studied different texts, but the lecturer gave a really relevant lecture and totally blew me away.”
“Being able to get a head start and the notes.”
“I loved how the lectures were interactive and didn't just involve sitting in a seat for hours staring at a projector. The lecturers had interesting stories to share about their university experiences and Year 12, so it placed things into perspective and made me feel like my lecturer understands me. I also really liked how the lecture was strictly adhered to the VCAA Study Design, which made the lecture extremely relevant, succinct, and to the point.”
“Learning how to do things from a person who has completed the exact course and knows how things work.”
“Brilliant content, really concise and clear way(s) of explaining key concepts. The lecturer could explain difficult concepts in more than one way, in an entertaining fashion. Thought provoking and challenging, the lecture was an extremely valuable time that truly accelerated my learning. Would most definitely recommend. Seriously, well done ATAR notes. 9/10 :)”
“High quality lecturers who not only break down the main concepts but also the smaller, trickier nuances”
“The amazing lecturers. I attended Methods, Chemistry, Biology and English, and the two lecturers were fantastic. I especially enjoyed the English lecture; I honestly wasn't expecting much out of it due to the fact that different schools studied different texts, but the lecturer gave a really relevant lecture and totally blew me away.”
“Being able to get a head start and the notes.”
“I loved how the lectures were interactive and didn't just involve sitting in a seat for hours staring at a projector. The lecturers had interesting stories to share about their university experiences and Year 12, so it placed things into perspective and made me feel like my lecturer understands me. I also really liked how the lecture was strictly adhered to the VCAA Study Design, which made the lecture extremely relevant, succinct, and to the point.”
“Learning how to do things from a person who has completed the exact course and knows how things work.”
What are the subjects, who are the lecturers?
This series, we're running lectures for Biology, Chemistry, English, Methods, Physics, Psychology, and Spesh.
Your lecturers - see the spoiler.
Spoiler
For Biology and Chemistry, your lecturer will be the mythical thushan. This is a man who graduated with a 99.95, a Premier's Award in BOTH the subjects that he's lecturing in, won a silver medal at the International Chemistry Olympiad, become a published author in both of these subjects and... I'll stop there. I have a word count, and I'd probably run out if I tried to explain to you how amazing Thushan is. And a damn lot of you will experience that first hand when you absorb his genius at the lectures.
Our English lecturer is none other than lauren9460. After the AMAZING things she's done on the forums (constant essay correction, helpful tips and tricks, writing practice exams), the lady who scored 60/60 in the English exam hardly needs any introduction. After tutoring for years, even I learnt stuff in her January lecture - there's no doubt that she is truly an extremely talent person.
Physics? Alwin. The man who took two university extension subjects just for fun. He's a monster. But, he's not some super-freak. He's the coolest dude you'll ever meet. So cool, he'll probably throw a ball at your face just to illustrate the laws of motion. *Only half joking. 49 in Physics, 48 in Methods, and a future Aerospace Engineer, Alwin was a no brainer when it came to choosing lecturers.
Psychology? yearningforsimplicity. Otherwise known as Farween. Farween graduated with a 48 in HHD and Psychology, and just recently completed a Bachelor of Psychology through the University of Melbourne. She's a published Psychology author, a very experienced tutor and an experienced lecturer. Psych students are in for a treat.
Specialist and Methods. Damn, you need to check out silverpixeli. Matt scored a 50 in Methods, a Premier's Award in Physics, and a 47 RAW in Specialist. He spent 2014 tutoring and also constructed a couple of lectures to deliver to his old school (just in his spare time; because he's a boss). He's continued making his brain even more amazing through the University of Melbourne's Bachelor of Science, where he learns about things that, quite frankly, I'll never understand. You will though, once you've been to his lecture.
Our English lecturer is none other than lauren9460. After the AMAZING things she's done on the forums (constant essay correction, helpful tips and tricks, writing practice exams), the lady who scored 60/60 in the English exam hardly needs any introduction. After tutoring for years, even I learnt stuff in her January lecture - there's no doubt that she is truly an extremely talent person.
Physics? Alwin. The man who took two university extension subjects just for fun. He's a monster. But, he's not some super-freak. He's the coolest dude you'll ever meet. So cool, he'll probably throw a ball at your face just to illustrate the laws of motion. *Only half joking. 49 in Physics, 48 in Methods, and a future Aerospace Engineer, Alwin was a no brainer when it came to choosing lecturers.
Psychology? yearningforsimplicity. Otherwise known as Farween. Farween graduated with a 48 in HHD and Psychology, and just recently completed a Bachelor of Psychology through the University of Melbourne. She's a published Psychology author, a very experienced tutor and an experienced lecturer. Psych students are in for a treat.
Specialist and Methods. Damn, you need to check out silverpixeli. Matt scored a 50 in Methods, a Premier's Award in Physics, and a 47 RAW in Specialist. He spent 2014 tutoring and also constructed a couple of lectures to deliver to his old school (just in his spare time; because he's a boss). He's continued making his brain even more amazing through the University of Melbourne's Bachelor of Science, where he learns about things that, quite frankly, I'll never understand. You will though, once you've been to his lecture.
When and Where
Lectures will be held at Monash University's Clayton Campus! - from the 29th of June to the 8th of July.
I can confirm that we are running lectures again, and we are running them for free... again! Monash Uni has agreed to let us hold the lectures on their city-like Clayton campus – awesome.
There are two things I need to stress.
Firstly, you must book your tickets extremely soon. I’m not saying this to make sure people rush to book. It’s irrelevant to us whether people book quickly – it’s a free lecture, lol. It’s important because last lecture
series, a lot of people missed out because they (for some reason) waited before booking, not expecting that places would go so quickly. For example, we had over 500 people book a spot for Methods within 48 hours – so, book soon and make sure you and your friends aren’t the ones to miss out.
Secondly, notes will only be sold at the day, and not online. In the last lecture series, the notes literally sold out before most people had even arrived at the venue. We'll be printing a bit more notes this time, but for logistical reasons we won't be making them available online. To those of you who will attend the lecture, we recommend getting down early to ensure you get a copy of the notes!
Link to bookings here: http://bit.ly/1IQFdax
Post by: heids on May 22, 2015, 06:04:57 pm
This is awesome guys!!!
Post by: Adequace on May 22, 2015, 07:28:53 pm
Post by: literally lauren on May 22, 2015, 08:27:21 pm
I've already had a few PMs asking about the content of this upcoming lecture (::)) so to clarify:
the difference between 'Unit 3' and 'Unit 4' of English isn't significant - it's really just a matter of minor changes in the SAC marking scheme, so instead of re-treading old ground, this lecture will be more of a skillset workshop. Where the Head Start Lecture dealt with the concepts behind what you are meant to be doing, this one will have a lot more detail about how to actually do these things (eg. concise contentions, kickass topic sentences, etc.)
So if you did go to the Head Start Lecture, don't worry, it definitely won't just be the same content. It's much less of a 'Text Response - Context - Language Analysis' break-down and much more of a 'how to improve ideas, writing, clarity, arguments, analysis' sort of thing.
And if you didn't, also don't worry, there'll be very little assumed knowledge for the purposes of this lecture :)
Put simply, this'll be all about refining where you're at now so that you can get the most out of the second half of the year.
Look forward to seeing you all there! ;D
Post by: brenden on May 23, 2015, 05:27:56 pm
Post by: keltingmeith on May 23, 2015, 08:06:54 pm
Not because they're funny, but just because the comments are insanely true. #besttutorsinVIC #getonit
Post by: alchemy on May 24, 2015, 01:55:15 pm
Anyways, I managed to get a spot at most of them this time, which is good.
Post by: silverpixeli on May 24, 2015, 02:22:26 pm
Guys I am NOT good at chess. My elo on chess.com is like 4.
Post by: brenden on May 24, 2015, 07:23:58 pm
Omg Brenden you said I am good at chess in my bio for the Methods lecture.4000. 1200 above Carlsen.
Guys I am NOT good at chess. My elo on chess.com is like 4.
Tickets for the English lecture completely booked out. More tickets released! http://bit.ly/1Q4huCG
Post by: hellahella on May 26, 2015, 08:46:35 pm
Was just curious to know if you knew the prices of the notes for the lectures now or not, as cash money is something that I will have to bring with me :P
Post by: brenden on May 27, 2015, 10:35:11 am
Hey guys! This is a great idea and I'm booked for Psych and English :)Notes will be $20! :)
Was just curious to know if you knew the prices of the notes for the lectures now or not, as cash money is something that I will have to bring with me :P
Post by: clıppy on May 28, 2015, 12:13:33 am
Recommended Seller A++++++++++++++
Post by: Apink! on May 28, 2015, 04:42:42 pm
Can't wait to go! :)
Post by: heids on May 28, 2015, 05:49:13 pm
If I was still doing VCE, I'd go to these.If? I'm not, but I'm going anyway :)
Please can I say, if you've booked but don't end up able to come, please cancel, so that others can get your spot? Like with English, I knew I wouldn't be free at that time, but I'm like, 'Stuff you. I've got to go get Lauren's autograph.' :P ... thankfully afternoon lectures became available, so I booked and cancelled the morning.
Post by: dankfrank420 on May 28, 2015, 08:49:20 pm
They're a godsend, literally replaced my textbook in Chem and Physics.
Post by: grannysmith on May 28, 2015, 08:57:43 pm
Even if you don't go to the lecture, I'd advise everyone to atleast buy the notes.SO TRUE HAHA
They're a godsend, literally replaced my textbook in Chem and Physics.
Post by: Sundal on May 31, 2015, 09:44:19 am
I think I accidentally deleted all my emails.
Would I be able to get my tickets again? :/
Post by: brenden on May 31, 2015, 11:34:00 am
Were the tickets emailed to us?Just rebook :)
I think I accidentally deleted all my emails.
Would I be able to get my tickets again? :/
Post by: Splash-Tackle-Flail on June 23, 2015, 09:29:05 pm
Post by: keltingmeith on June 23, 2015, 09:47:44 pm
If? I'm not, but I'm going anyway :)Dammit Bangali, you stole my idea. >(
Please can I say, if you've booked but don't end up able to come, please cancel, so that others can get your spot? Like with English, I knew I wouldn't be free at that time, but I'm like, 'Stuff you. I've got to go get Lauren's autograph.'... thankfully afternoon lectures became available, so I booked and cancelled the morning.
Post by: Splash-Tackle-Flail on June 23, 2015, 10:57:05 pm
Dammit Bangali, you stole my idea. >(
How do we cancel, especially because I booked 3 at once but only one cancelled?
Post by: Splash-Tackle-Flail on June 26, 2015, 02:22:04 pm
Post by: StupidProdigy on June 26, 2015, 06:08:10 pm
Post by: thushan on June 27, 2015, 12:15:23 am
URGENT: to all students attending VCE Biology and Chemistry lectures...
Post by: heids on June 27, 2015, 10:08:48 am
bump; don't know how to cancel one of my tickets, and don't want someone else to miss out, if anyone wants it let me know and Ill pm you it (if they're working)?
Go to the Eventbrite link on the first post.
Log in to Eventbrite (you had to register to book, I think.) Click on the event you're going to, and up the top it should say 'You're going to this event! View your order.' Click on that, and then you'll find the place to cancel.
Cancel each individual event.
Post by: Alter on June 27, 2015, 10:56:59 am
Post by: Splash-Tackle-Flail on June 27, 2015, 10:58:15 am
Go to the Eventbrite link on the first post.
Log in to Eventbrite (you had to register to book, I think.) Click on the event you're going to, and up the top it should say 'You're going to this event! View your order.' Click on that, and then you'll find the place to cancel.
Cancel each individual event.
Yeah the problem is me and a friend can still go- it's another one who can't. But when I click to cancel it indicates it's the whole order, since I ordered them all together.
Post by: Floatzel98 on June 27, 2015, 07:01:15 pm
Post by: brenden on June 27, 2015, 07:10:34 pm
Yeah the problem is me and a friend can still go- it's another one who can't. But when I click to cancel it indicates it's the whole order, since I ordered them all together.Don't stress it, pretty unique situation, eventbrite doesn't have that functionality :)
Just wanted to clarify something. I got the email message about the lectures and it says that we have to bring the printed ticket. Can we just use the digital ticket from our phones using the Eventbrite App or do we actually have to have them printed? ThanksYou can use a digital ticket, but printing is really heavily preferred (it'll slow you down a bit having a digital one, but if you've got no ink in your printer or something like that it's totally sweet) :)
Post by: heids on June 29, 2015, 01:35:13 pm
Are they different to the ones at the start of the year? What do they cover? Should they buy them on top of the ones bought at the U3 headstart lecture, or will they get very little extra?
Post by: silverpixeli on June 29, 2015, 01:53:13 pm
A friend asked me some questions about the notes:
Are they different to the ones at the start of the year? What do they cover? Should they buy them on top of the ones bought at the U3 headstart lecture, or will they get very little extra?
I know methods and specialist are the exact same because they cover the whole year. But for subjects that got a unit 3 set of notes at the start of the year (e.g. physics) this time round it's a new set of unit 4 notes.
Post by: cosine on June 29, 2015, 01:57:00 pm
I know methods and specialist are the exact same because they cover the whole year. But for subjects that got a unit 3 set of notes at the start of the year (e.g. physics) this time round it's a new set of unit 4 notes.
In the lectures, how will it be structured? Like will we be given some practice questions to do together, notes or anything? Or do we just sit and listen - can we take notes ??
Is the content being covered with depth, or just roughly to get an overview of what is to come in unit 4?
Thank you
Post by: silverpixeli on June 29, 2015, 02:11:00 pm
In the lectures, how will it be structured? Like will we be given some practice questions to do together, notes or anything? Or do we just sit and listen - can we take notes ??
Is the content being covered with depth, or just roughly to get an overview of what is to come in unit 4?
Thank you
I can't speak for the other lecturers but my lectures (methods, specialist and physics) will be mainly an intro to the semester 2 ideas (as many as I can fit) and i'll try to explain them with a focus on giving you intuition behind each concept.
There will be some worked examples along the way and you're free to give them a try as I'm talking but it's mainly sit and listen.
You can take as many notes as you like while I'm talking/working problems/drawing diagrams etc! The slides I use will probably be made available after the lectures, rather than before, because they just wont be ready before then (finishing up methods for tomorrow now!)
Post by: Shinkaze on June 29, 2015, 10:57:09 pm
Post by: alchemy on June 30, 2015, 06:08:41 pm
Does anyone have a ticket for the English lecture in the morning? I'll swap an afternoon one with you if you are willing to! Thank you sooo much~
You can change times. Just press the "contact the organiser" button on the email which was sent to you and tell them this.
Post by: Apink! on July 05, 2015, 08:12:23 pm
I got an email about the specialist slides! Thanks for sending me this! It will be so helpful (:
I was just wondering if you had the methods slides as well silverpixeli? And the English one, Lauren?
Could you please email them to me? (if you can't send them to everyone else :P) They would really help me to revise what I had learnt :P
Thanks 8)
Post by: brenden on July 05, 2015, 08:25:34 pm
Post by: StupidProdigy on July 05, 2015, 08:28:01 pm
Slides will be sent out to everyone soon :)Can people who didn't go to the lectures get them somehow? :)
Post by: Splash-Tackle-Flail on July 05, 2015, 08:29:33 pm
Can people who didn't go to the lectures get them somehow? :)
Quoting cause I want to know as well! (can't go to specialist lecture cause I'm rural and the date for it was too far from the others- Chem, eng, Methods)
Post by: brenden on July 05, 2015, 11:42:26 pm
Post by: maddihanna on July 07, 2015, 11:34:51 am
Post by: brenden on July 07, 2015, 11:38:15 am
Can notes be purchased with eftpos???Nope - sorry! There are ATMs in the campus centre though! Come ask me if you need directions :P
Post by: maddihanna on July 07, 2015, 11:39:37 am
Nope - sorry! There are ATMs in the campus centre though! Come ask me if you need directions :P
Perfect, thank you! :)
Post by: heids on July 08, 2015, 07:30:47 pm
I only went to two lectures, but I heard brilliant things from my friends who went to some of the others. As a tutor, I learnt SOOO much utterly invaluable information, it gave me such a boost. (Anyone, if you saw some loony girl in the audience grinning way too much, pumping her fist occasionally and typing fast furious excited notes, that was me.)
Everyone involved, thanks so much for all your work, hundreds/thousands of us have benefited from your hard work and generosity.
Post by: keltingmeith on July 08, 2015, 07:42:46 pm
Thank you ATAR Notes!!!
I only went to two lectures, but I heard brilliant things from my friends who went to some of the others. As a tutor, I learnt SOOO much utterly invaluable information, it gave me such a boost. (Anyone, if you saw some loony girl in the audience grinning way too much, pumping her fist occasionally and typing fast furious excited notes, that was me.)
Everyone involved, thanks so much for all your work, hundreds/thousands of us have benefited from your hard work and generosity.
Can confirm, I actually learned something about *my majors* from Matt and Thushan - when I've (supposedly) had more formal education in both. #bestlecturers #bestlectures
Post by: brenden on July 08, 2015, 07:49:19 pm
Post by: AishaD on May 30, 2016, 08:04:32 pm
thanks
Post by: literally lauren on May 30, 2016, 08:07:47 pm
Sorry I only heard about this site today, I went to book some lectures but there is a sign saying the "2015 lectures were booked out" is that a typo that means there are no more spaces for lectures in June/JulyWelcome to the forums!
thanks
That page you were on would've been for our 2015 lectures last year (so no typo) but we'll be doing another round this year. Details will be released soon, and you can book tickets then :)
Post by: Apink! on June 01, 2016, 12:57:40 pm
I'm desperate for English and Specialist ones :P