by Oxford University Press | Nov 17, 2014 | Higher Education News
Exam questions don’t just ask for a specific area of information- they ask for that information to be given in a specific way. There’s a difference between name and describe or analyse and discuss. To really nail an exam it’s not just about having the answers; it’s...
by Oxford University Press | Nov 11, 2014 | Schools News
It’s the time of year when learners in the Senior and FET Phases start to explore their interests and think about their career options. Research plays a significant part in this process and is a vital step for learners in order to make informed decisions about their...
by Oxford University Press | Nov 6, 2014 | Higher Education News
While a sound knowledge of the subject being tested is integral to exam success, it’s also about how you answer the questions. Aligning your knowledge with the specific intention of the question will ensure you get the best results. There are many types of exam...
by Oxford University Press | Nov 5, 2014 | Schools News
A SWOT analysis is a useful exercise to help learners know and understand their strengths and weaknesses as many of them contemplate life after school. Assist them to evaluate their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to determine what type of career they...
by Oxford University Press | Nov 2, 2014 | Higher Education News
No matter how well you’ve studied, everyone begins their exam with a blank piece of paper. Studying is like preparing for a journey and as soon as you start writing, you set foot on it. Here are some strategies for you to get the best mileage out of your studying...
by Oxford University Press | Oct 29, 2014 | Schools News
We all know the feeling. You come across a word you’re not sure of. You take your dictionary, find the right place – but the word’s not there! If this sounds familiar, pause before you write off your dictionary as being no good except as a doorstop. Bear...
by Oxford University Press | Oct 29, 2014 | Higher Education News
“Victorious warriors win first and then go to war” wrote Sun Tzu in The Art of War. As dramatic as it might seem, it’s applicable to entering an exam. Students who study successfully do so by applying successful learning strategies. Cramming the night before is like...
by Oxford University Press | Oct 28, 2014 | Dictionaries
One of the many basic human rights children across the African continent miss out on is the right to education in their mother tongue. This may not be as immediately shocking an image as children facing abuse or starvation, but in the long run the results are...
by Oxford University Press | Oct 27, 2014 | Schools News
Exam time can be a very stressful period for many learners, especially if they neglect their health and wellbeing. Share these handy tips with your learners for keeping healthy and focused during the examinations.
by Oxford University Press | Oct 24, 2014 | Higher Education News
Hard work can take you far but well planned hard work can take you even further. If you really want to get the most out of your studying a timetable is essential. The trick is to draw up something that works for you – instead of you just working for it. Here’s a guide...