Writing
- Essay writing
- Creative writing
- Persuasive, Reflective, Discursive, Informative and other writing
Year 8 English
To make sure students are assured of success, the Cluey Education Team has an ever-expanding bank of resources as well as units ready to support essays, oral presentations, creative and persuasive writing – and grammar and spelling to give that final polish. If students are looking for assistance or extension in Year 8, our tutors are ready to help.
In-session content
Your content plan appears in the learning environment, sequenced to your learning needs and accessible with ease by you and your tutor.
An example content plan sequenced in the Cluey Learning Platform.
Language
- Reading and Vocabulary
- Syntax, Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling
- Media and advertising
Text analysis and comparison
- Novels and Short Stories
- Shakespeare and Drama
- Poetry and Song
- Film, Television and Animation
- Biographies, Journalism, Speeches, Essays
- Picture Books, Graphic Novels, Cartoons, Websites
Presenting
- Speeches, readings and performances
- Multimodal and tutorial presentations and Viva Voces
Secondary English
Year 8 English
Year 8 English involves a range of texts - novels and newspapers, poems and plays, digital media and dreamtime stories. There will be new kinds of vocabulary and assessments, not to mention new perspectives from around the world.
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Presenting
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The learning program
Structured around your individual needs and goals, our learning programs adapt over time to build your confidence and offer the right help at the right time.
Quality content
- Developed by our experienced education team, the content in our learning programs is structured according to your skill level and individual needs.
- We use a range of approaches to meet the needs of different students. Our approach is always clear and unambiguous, and designed to help you thrive.
Tutoring sessions
- Live, face-to-face and online
- Expert tutors matched to your needs
- Demonstration, guided exercises and reviews
- Designed to be fun and engaging
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Practice exercises
Optional practice questions and exercises to work through between sessions.
Regular reporting
Feedback after every session helps you keep track of your progress.
Flexibility to suit busy family schedules
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Schedule sessions when they suit you, between 7am and 10pm, 7 days per week.
Reschedule easily when things get busy
Consistent learning leads to progress that matters
From step one to step done, we're with you for your entire learning journey.
Session recordings allow you to revise at any time.
Progress reports ensure you are getting the right help at the right pace.
Guided tutoring helps you realise your potential.
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Meet Dr Selina Samuels
Dr Samuels and her Education team developed Cluey's unique CENTRE approach, and have created interactive learning programs that map to the curriculum and allow students to work at their own level and pace.
English Tutoring Program Based on the National Curriculum
Based on the Australian National Curriculum for Years 7-10, Cluey’s approach to secondary English focuses on developing students' literacy skills with in-depth studies of Shakespeare and essay structure in the early years, and deeper analysis of different texts and topics in Years 9 and 10. Our personalised approach gives you the opportunity to focus on areas you find challenging and maximise your understanding of each topic.
Meet some of our 2,521+ expert Secondary English tutors
Our tutors are all qualified teachers, exceptional ATAR achievers or experts in their respective fields.
Lachlan
VIC University Student (Bachelor of Arts)
English: Secondary & Senior
Lachlan completed his Year 12 studies in 2017 with an ATAR 92.8 and is currently a student at The University of Melbourne, completing a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Politics and International Studies. He has worked as a tutor for over 2 years and has extensive experience helping students develop knowledge of the curriculum, study skills, textual analysis and essay writing. Lachlan aims to provide his students with the tools and knowledge that allows them to tackle any task with confidence.
Charlotte
NSW University Student (Bachelor of Arts)
Mathematics: Secondary
English: Secondary
Charlotte completed her Year 12 certificate in 2020 and achieved an ATAR of 90. She is now studying a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Creative Writing. Charlotte has a bright and bubbly personality and connects well with her students so they feel comfortable to ask questions when needed. Charlotte is able to break down complex ideas for her students so they can build upon their foundational knowledge and become lifelong learners.
Brendon
NSW University Student (Bachelor of Computer Science / Bachelor of Media Arts)
Mathematics: Secondary & Senior
Chemistry: Senior
English: Secondary
Brendon completed his Higher School Certificate in 2020, achieving an ATAR of 98.80, going on to commence his Bachelor of Computer Science/Media Arts. He has experience as a formal face-to-face Tutor primarily in English. During his time in High School he also organised mentoring sessions for his peers to expand their knowledge and skills in preparation for their Higher School Certificate, mostly in Chemistry and Physics. Brendon hopes to share his knowledge to help others achieve the same success he has had.
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Cluey 1 Hour Tutoring Sessions
Weekly learning through live tutoring sessions, feedback & practice
Each student’s individual learning journey is supported through a series of live face-to-face sessions with an expert tutor matched to the student's needs. We cover all the theory and examples needed to ensure comprehension, and our sessions are designed to be engaging and encouraging.
Our expert tutors offer guidance through demonstration and worked examples and assign targeted practice questions to help students master the topics and concepts covered.
After each session, personalised feedback is provided to help students and parents track their progress.
Session breakdown
First 5 Minutes
Establishing the session theme, why are we here?
- Discuss student’s areas of focus (if first session)
- Review previous session's assigned practice (if subsequent session)
- Set session learning goals
45 Minutes
During the session
- Work through exercises based on the topics and concepts for each learning goal
- Tutor demonstrates, guides and explains concepts
- Work through any challenges
- Students are encouraged to explain their thinking to clarify their comprehension
Closing 5 Minutes
Reflection and looking ahead
- Reflect on what has been achieved in the session
- Set practice questions
Post-session 5 minutes
Tutor written feedback
- Tutor provides personalised written feedback about the session to help track progress