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Irish Times
3 days ago
- General
- Irish Times
Classroom to college: your essential Leaving Cert guide
Nerves are jangling, pressure is building and teeth are on edge – and that's just the parents. The Leaving Certificate doesn't just test students; it can feel like the whole household is sitting the exams as kitchen counters are strewn with highlighters and dog-eared study notes. So, how can you help your child prepare for the exams? What's the best way to keep spirits from flagging? And how can you help ensure they pick the right study options after school? READ MORE Our new Classroom to College newsletter will include: 'Get seated 30 minutes beforehand': Leaving Cert survival guide from guidance counsellor Brian Mooney; Exam diarists from Athlone Community College who will share the highs and lows of the Leaving Cert exams; Up-to-the-minute reaction to all the big exams with access to the exam papers; Parents' diary : Damian Cullen on trying to stay calm as the tempest approaches; Analysis of how the move to lower grades towards pre-pandemic norms will affect the class of 2025 in the CAO points race; The inside track on alternative pathways available in further education and third level to help students fulfil their dream careers; My Leaving : entertainers, broadcasters and politicians recall their most vivid exam memories When August comes, we'll provide expert advice on guidance on CAO offers, a live help desk staffed by our team of guidance counsellors to deal with readers' queries, and detailed guidance on the smart options in further education and training.
Khaleej Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Melodica Music Academy prepares over 1,500 students for international music exams
Melodica Music Academy, an award-winning music and dance academy with 25 branches across the UAE, is gearing up to support over 1,500 students as they prepare for the prestigious MTB, Trinity & ABRSM International Exams scheduled for June. With a reputation for excellence in music training, Melodica is once again offering its students the guidance, training and world-class instruction. As the countdown to the exams begins, the academy is leaving no stone unturned in its commitment to ensuring that every student is ready to demonstrate their musical talents and skills with confidence. With personalised one-on-one classes, practice sessions, and internal assessment exams, Melodica is providing a tailored approach to ensure that each student is equipped to perform at their best. A comprehensive approach to excellence 'At Melodica, our goal is not only to prepare students for exams but to nurture their passion and love for music," says Afshin, CEO and Founder of Melodica Music Academy. 'The international music exams are an important milestone for many of our students, and we are incredibly proud to help them reach their full potential. Our experienced instructors are committed to providing each student with individual attention and strategies that cater to their unique learning styles." Melodica's dedicated team of expert teachers, many of whom are professional musicians with years of experience, work tirelessly with students to hone their technique, deepen their musical understanding, and build their self-confidence. Unmatched support and resources Melodica offers a variety of resources to aid in exam preparation. In addition to regular music classes, students have access to state-of-the-art practice facilities, including soundproof rooms and high-quality instruments. The academy also runs intensive workshops, masterclasses. Internal exams are conducted to simulate the real examination environment, giving students the opportunity to practice and fine-tune their performance. The exam preparation process is designed to be a supportive, stress-free experience, helping students build the resilience and focus needed to succeed. Melodica understands the emotional and mental challenges that can accompany these exams and provides a nurturing environment to ensure students feel confident and at ease as they approach their exam dates. Looking ahead: The future of music education in the UAE As Melodica Music Academy prepares its students for these prestigious MTB International Exams, it remains committed to raising the bar for music education across the UAE. With the continued growth of the academy and its expansion into new locations, Melodica is excited about the future of music education in the region. 'Our vision is to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to grow and develop as a musician,' says Afshin. 'We are incredibly proud of the success of our students, and we look forward to continuing to play an instrumental role in shaping the next generation of musicians.' With a strong foundation in music theory, practical skills, and performance preparation, Melodica Music Academy is ensuring that its students are not just prepared for their exams but are also building the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the world of music.
Times
23-05-2025
- Science
- Times
I'm helping my son with his GCSE revision. But what's the point?
The ribosome works through how many base pairs of mRNA?' I ask. 'Three,' says Child B. 'Correct. And what's that called?' 'A codon.' 'Correct. And what's a codon when it's at home?' 'It's a piece of code that specifies a particular amino acid?' 'Correct. And how is that useful in our day-to-day lives?' 'What?' Child B is in the middle of his GCSEs — it's a stressful time for him. Months and months of work condensed into a series of arbitrary tests upon which, he thinks, all his future prospects rest. It's worse for me, though, because it brings it all back. For years after I sat my last exam I had a recurring nightmare. I'd find myself sitting in my old school hall surrounded
BBC News
19-05-2025
- BBC News
Nurse caught cheating in Southampton University exam struck off
A nurse found to have cheated in two exams by having banned notes with him has been struck Islam Ahmad Khan was studying for an MSc in neonatal pharmacology at Southampton University when he was twice caught with the illicit material, eight months apart, in the second case, he said his young daughter had pasted notes in a textbook he had been allowed to have in the exams but a panel found that explanation was Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) found Mr Khan's actions were irreconcilable with him working as a nurse again. Its panel heard Mr Khan was found with the notes during exams in April 2021 and again in December 2021, but failed another he took fairly between the was told he had challenging personal circumstances at the time, but had enjoyed a 21-year career in nursing and had presented good the panel said he had "simply denied" his cheating was dishonest and "instead invented incredible explanations" to justify concluded that it had to send a message that similar conduct would be unacceptable to others in the profession and barred him from working as a nurse again. You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Could YOU pass this GCSE maths exam? As teenagers across the UK brave gruelling tests, try your hand at these problems
This year's GCSE exams are well under way and the first maths paper - one of three - has come and gone. And parents who have children going through the turbulent period in their academic careers will surely be grappling with very anxious teenagers cramming their studies well into the night. As pupils wade through last-minute revision before the next test on June 4, mothers and fathers being consulted on mock papers are undoubtedly faced with the task of brushing up on their long-forgotten skills. A series of concepts are explored in Year 10 and 11 - from algebra, geometry , ratio and statistics. Yet, few will remember even the most basic of elements. But how would you fare in a quiz intended for 16-year-olds? Whether you'll sit around twiddling your thumbs or ace some speedy sums - here's a chance to try your hand at it. Below are some real questions taken from a non-calculator paper. Try your best then check the answers at the bottom... We'll start off easy but you might need a pen and paper. Here are 13 questions from a GCSE mathematics exam: 1. Work out 6.3 x 2.4 2. (a) Write 156 as a product of its prime factors (b) Find the highest common factor of 156 and 130 3. Work out the value of: 4. The mean length of 5 sticks is 4.2cm. Nawal measured the length of one of the sticks as 7cm Nawal made a mistake. The stick was not 7cm long. It was 17cm long (b) How does this affect your answer to part (a)? 5. Mano has three shelves of books There are x books on shelf A There are (3x + 1) books on shelf B There are (2x – 5) books on shelf C There is a total of 44 books on the three shelves All the books have the same mass The books on shelf B have a total mass of 7500g Work out the total mass of the books on shelf A 6. (a) Factorise: 7. The normal price of a mattress is reduced by 40% in a sale The price of the mattress in the sale is £660 Work out the normal price of the mattress 8. The circumference of a circle is 10m Work out the area of the circle Give your answer in terms of π 9. The straight line L has equation 2y = 3x – 7 Find an equation of the straight line perpendicular to L that passes through (6, –5) 10. Here is triangle ABC Find the size of angle ABC 11. Solid A and solid B are similar The ratio of the height of solid A to the height of solid B is 2 : 5 The volume of solid A is 12cm3 (cubed) Work out the volume of solid B 12. The 2nd term of a geometric sequence is: The 3rd term of the sequence is: Find the value of the common ratio of the sequence Give your answer in the below form, where a and b are integers 13. Spinner A and spinner B are each spun once The probability that spinner A lands on red is 1/4 The probability that both spinner A and spinner B land on red is 1/24 Work out the probability that one spinner lands on red and the other spinner does not land on red ANSWERS 1. 15.12 2. (a) (b) 26 3. 17 4. (a) 3.5 (b) it reduced the mean/my answer will be less/the answer will be 1/it will be 2.5 less 5. 2400 6. (a) (b) 7. 1100 8. 9. 10. 120 11. 187.5 12. 13. 1/3
