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VCE Stuff => VCE English Studies => VCE Subjects + Help => VCE English & EAL => Topic started by: Jono_CP on May 12, 2014, 06:09:19 pm
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Hey, our school has just begun this topic and since I want to score high in English I thought it would be handy to get a few tips from students. One thing I noticed is that the subject areas are more or less philosophical and creative in nature. E.g. I'm studying Leunig and he often writes about the recluse essentially being the king of society and not the dictator themselves. Since there is so much subjectivity around reality, is there any type of form, audience and structure that tends or has the potential to reach in the upper echelon of marking? What is the best way to prepare for a creative piece of assessment such as this? I am a very deep thinker so the topics are fascinating it's just what to and how to write I need help on! E.g. Similar to a TEEL convention for a text response. Thank you!
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In response to your first question - I'd say expository is easier to score well in, especially if your SAC is under timed conditions. Audience and structure is pretty open, but make sure you have a good grasp of what audience and structure and form your piece will take before you go into the SAC (this will also save a lot of time if your SAC is under timed conditions).
Best preparation - I have my SAC on this context tomorrow. I've found that doing a shit load of mind maps for practice prompts and a heap of practice pieces very helpful. Also, talk to your peers about their opinions on the practice prompts as this will help you shape your own.
In the beginning, I also had trouble selecting what to write on. But just practice a heap and you'll be fine. Personally, I'd avoid a TEEL convention because this is not reading and responding. Avoid a TEEL structure like the plaque. Instead, find a style that best suits your writing style and your own voice as a writer, as this will allow your ideas to develop more complexity and be stronger than others who may try to follow a set structure.
Best piece of advice I got from my teacher for this context was this: (keep in mind I overthink - a lot)
"Don't overthink, just think and write."
I.e. trust yourself in the ideas you choose to explore from the text and trust your ability as a writer.
Good luck!