Expository & Argumentative Eureka 2

Diana Tham

Description

Argumentative and Expository Eureka 2 features the best of model expository and argumentative stories written by English Language and Literature specialist, Diana Tham. Through her essays, as well as works by her students, Diana shows students how to apply model structures and writing techniques to their own writing, providing them with strategies that will help to crystallise their ideas and realise their potential. Using these essays as a guide, students will be able to hone the necessary writing skills they need to ensure exceptional scores in any examination.The AuthorDiana Tham has been teaching for more than two decades, writing for more than three decades and loving every minute of it. Throughout her teaching career, she has taught more than a thousand students a plethora of academic skills, ranging from comprehension and critical writing skills for English, to literary skills for Literature. Her passion for teaching and writing has inspired countless students to love English and Literature as she brings learning and writing to greater heights throughout the years. Her writing is a synthesis of writing techniques that she teaches her students as well as an amalgamation of skills that she has gleaned from years of teaching. It is her lifelong vision to impart a love for reading, writing and learning to as many students who are keen to learn. Also an International Baccalaureate (IB) certified teacher, Diana currently teaches English and Literature and finds great joy and satisfaction raising her two children in the joys of reading and writing.

Sujets

• Lettres et linguistique

Informations

• Publié par: Marshall Cavendish International
• Date de parution: 29 novembre 2021
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9789815009927
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

Extrait

What students say about Diana Tham
Her dedication is unconventional - she literally loses sleep thinking about questions raised by students or how to help them solve problems. She is extremely knowledgeable on every front - general knowledge, both local and global political issues, which allows her to answer all our questions and queries instead of making false claims or telling us to go figure it out yourselves . Additionally, Mrs Tham is always open to new suggestions or feedback. Unlike many teachers, she throws out the common belief that teachers are always right and encourages students to challenge views, give her feedback and even correct her should she be wrong I count it as a privilege, an exciting adventure, to be studying under her.
Portia McCully Methodist Girls School and Raffles Junior College
Mrs Tham is the epitome of an excellent, knowledgeable and engaging teacher. Her lessons are nothing short of exciting as she helps us to navigate and understand poems and passages through her animated story-telling. Indubitably, Mrs Tham has played a major role in helping me score well for examinations but more importantly, fostering my love for the English language and this will stay with me for the rest of my life.
Drew Saurajen Methodist Girls School and Hwa Chong Junior College
Her lessons are helpful, engaging, informative!
Yvette Wee Methodist Girls School and St Joseph s Institution (International)
Mrs Tham s passion is evident in the way she works tirelessly to ensure all her students are pushed to their greatest abilities Mrs Tham also stays consistently invested in our overall well-being, often checking in on us and cheering us on during stressful periods - attesting to her unwavering dedication to her craft. With her witty comments and thoughtful advice, Mrs Tham has cultivated an immense love for language and literature that will last a lifetime. I will forever be grateful for her patience, wisdom and guidance. Thank you, Mrs Tham!
Carolyn Chan Methodist Girls School and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
Teacher Diana is definitely strict yet caring and thoughtful. Her teaching is very unique compared to the teachers at school, as the techniques and skills she teaches us are not found in textbooks or taught at school.
Jeremy Kaw Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)
Engaging, passionate, caring Mrs Tham s teaching style is interactive, which has allowed me to take on different perspectives towards learning literature and language.
Amanda Yeo Methodist Girls School and Anglo-Chinese Junior College
Her lessons are taught in a conducive learning environment that facilitates exchange of ideas among peers, which promotes peer learning and allows for students to engage in intellectually stimulating discussions she s cheerful, motivating, supportive and patient.
Jeremy Kow Anglo-Chinese School (Primary and Independent) and Anglo-Chinese Junior College
Teacher Diana is meticulous, inspiring, thought-provoking and is a passionate teacher who strives to equip her students with excellent writing and speaking skills that will see them through life. Her classes are interactive and engaging - empowering students to speak their minds. She adopts a flexible teaching style that is suitable for all levels of learning. I loved her classes!
Jonathan Kow Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
Although she s firm, she s quite comedic at times, too! She s hardworking and driven we learn from DA BEST!
Faith Sze Methodist Girls School and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
Mrs Tham s teaching is very special as her primary focus is to impart a love for English and Literature, which helps her to teach with passion throughout her many years of teaching. She promotes discussion when there are different views about topics which develops her students into active and discerning thinkers. Her teaching is one of a kind and her mentorship will always be valued by her students.
John Teo So Ngee Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road) and Anglo-Chinese Junior College
Mrs Tham is FIRM, FUNNY and FABULOUS! Her teaching is detailed and she is always more than willing to cater to individual students to answer their questions.
Zachary Tan Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road and International)
Her lessons are inspiring and engaging, and she s a passionate, brilliant and wise, and sincere legend! Kind of like a Roald Dahl book - embeds knowledge and wisdom within lessons and teaches me how to grasp concepts and learn without making me memorise by the book but by presenting knowledge through different forms!
Ruhi Kamdar St Joseph s Institution (International)
Mrs Tham will push you out of your comfort zone and improve your command of the English Language with her patience, passion and empowering lessons. Once you ve experienced her teaching, you ll have a hard time finding a better English teacher!
Matthew Quek Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
Mrs Tham s enthusiasm made lessons very engaging and her knowledge gave me lots of confidence to excel in my exams!
Lauren Tan Methodist Girls School and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
Her commitment to teaching has taught me to work hard. Her passion, encouragement, care and commitment are what stand out but more than that, thanks for never giving up on me.
Kevin Chong Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)
She knows how to push us to improve and knows exactly what we need to excel. Her teaching style is clear and easy to follow.
M iya Yong Methodist Girls School and Singapore Sports School
Really enjoyed the time in Mrs Tham s class! I benefited greatly from the depth of learning in both English and Literature, to the point that I still use much of the skills taught even today!
Timothy Tan Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)
Mrs Tham has never failed to engage me on any text we annotate, allowing me to grow a greater appreciation for all literary and language texts she s always enthusiastic and entertaining, and makes lessons enjoyable with her wit and genuine heart.
Natalie Chong Methodist Girls School and St Joseph s Institution (Independent)
I think Mrs Tham s an incredible teacher due to her commitment and love for her students. Her love for Literature is what inspired me to take Literature as an O-level subject as a private candidate.
Khong Yawen Nan Hua Primary School and Gan Eng Seng Secondary School
A benevolent and mummy-figure who s inspirational and fun. Her determination and consistency in chasing homework and tackling subjects she teaches has given me confidence to apply all she has taught no matter the academic level.
Khong Wykinn Nan Hua Primary School and Gan Eng Seng Secondary School
Eclectic! Fantastic teacher. I have never met another teacher with such drive and passion to teach and help her students improve
C harlotte Tan Methodist Girls School (Primary and Secondary) and Pioneer Junior College
I enjoyed how every lesson was thought out and not a moment was wasted on learning irrelevant topics. She always pushed us hard because she saw the potential we had.
Kieran Tan Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
Although Mrs Tham s teaching is rigorous, it s thoroughly rewarding if one is enthusiastic and eager to learn. Her zest for Literature certainly rubs off on her students, making an otherwise daunting subject approachable. Under her guidance, I ve developed a love for language and literature that continues to enrich my life daily and any other student of hers stands to gain the same.
Zachary Soh Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
I really enjoy Mrs Tham s lessons and her teaching style, especially the way she meticulously goes through English and Literature texts and analyses them. I also like how her lessons are interactive, and when we hand in homework, her comments are insightful and detailed, which proves to be extremely effective. I find her lessons fun, entertaining and insightful as I m able to have a different takeaway after every lesson.
Nicole Boon Singapore Chinese Girls School and St Joseph s Institution (Independent)
Fast-paced and content-dense, but rewarding for those who are able to absorb everything. Interesting beyond academics and helped me to be open-minded and analytical.
Mark Theng Anglo-Chinese School (Junior and Independent)
Mrs Tham is lively, knowledgeable studying under her is enriching and fulfilling! Mrs Tham s teaching makes Literature come alive for me. She makes learning fun and it s a joy to be in her class. Literature has become easier to comprehend ever since I started with her!
Sandra Tay Methodist Girls School (Primary and Secondary) and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)
Under Mrs Tham s guidance, I was able to see English and Literature in a different light as she was always able to guide us to interpret a piece of work in many ways. I am now better able to pen down my thoughts and answer questions in an organised manner. She is a caring and encouraging teacher who cares for her students. Her ability to teach essay-writing is truly one-of-a-kind which I use even after graduation.
Clarisse Seah Crescent Girls School and River Valley High School
Funny, engaging, intelligent Mrs Tham always made sure each student was engaged, always open to different interpretations she s a major contributing factor to my appreciation of Literature and I was able to do well because of that!
Him Hean Catholic Junior College
Every class is a challenge as Mrs Tham never fails to deliver quality content and inspire us to develop a passion for learning. She is thorough and attentive to detail, and I was able to develop thanks to her. Be it exams, tests or presentations, she ensures that her students are well-equipped with the knowledge to tackle the task with confidence she is by far the most devoted and passionate teacher I have ever met
William Goh Anglo-Chinese School (Primary and Barker Road) and Hwa Chong Institution (International)
Very thorough and professional in what she teaches!