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Paul FitzSimons

  • 29 May 2014

I have good news – the weather will be beautiful next Wednesday. The sun will shine, the skies will be clear, the temperature will be in the twenties. How do I know that? Because it’s the first day of the Leaving Cert Exams.

Besides being the unofficial start of summer, Day 1 of the Leaving is also English Paper 1, the culmination of two years’ work for around fifty thousand English language students.

The Leaving Cert English exam is divided into two papers – Paper 1, which is all about comprehension and composition and Paper 2, which covers The Single Text , The Comparative Study and Poetry. Like the other two-part exams Maths and Irish, English 1 and 2 happen on two different days – the first Wednesday and Thursday mornings of the schedule. Maybe this is to give brains and hands a chance to recover from a hectic morning of essay-writing.

Besides having the aptitude to tell a good story, writing essays at Leaving Cert level requires certain acquired skills, most of which we learn over the years of study prior to the exam. However, there are some aspects of writing the perfect essay that we don’t necessarily pick up or, with the deluge of knowledge that we’re trying to take in, have slipped from our memories. Thankfully, there are plenty of online resources that will fill in those gaps and also offer some additional advice on writing, organisational and time-saving that will prove invaluable on the day.

On the ever useful website LeavingCertEnglish.net – seriously, I wish this had been around in my day – we are given an invaluable guide to preparing for and then sitting down to English Paper 1. Their pages include advice on approaching each essay, what needs to be covered to achieve a passing mark and what flourishes will help to get that all-important A.

After sitting his Leaving Cert in 2011, student and blogger Aidan Curran decided to take the lessons he learned during that traumatic year and share them on his website. His post How To Get An A In English Essay Writing takes us through everything we need to remember coming up to and during the exam. He reminds us that, as essay-writing is not something we can memorize, it makes it both the easiest and most difficult part of the exam.

Most of the above applies to Paper 1 of the exam. Of course, there are also some essays to be written for Paper 2, which deals with curriculum’s prescribed texts, such as the play, novels and poetry. The Clevernotes website offers us some invaluable advice on tackling the second English paper compositions, suggesting that, in order to form a cogent and coherent response to the question asked, an essay must always contain an introduction, a number of well-focused body paragraphs and a conclusion.

For some slightly more tongue-in-cheek advice on essay writing, we can watch video blogger Clisare’s video on Entertainment.ie. She takes us through her unique thoughts on writing both English and Irish essays. She does offer some interesting insight but the fact that she advises us to remind the teacher that ‘Irish is a dead language’ suggests that we should probably take most of her tips with a grán salainn.

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A Whole Website Dedicated To It.

LeavingCertEnglish.net has all the advice, information and sample exams we need to tackle the Paper 1 essay.

“”Stick to the topic. Have plenty of ideas. Identify problems but also offer solutions.”

http://leavingcertenglish.net/2012/03/inspiration/ .

Them’s The Rules.

LeavingCertEnglish.net takes us through six important rules for writing the perfect essay.

“It’s really important to grab the reader’s attention. Use a quote, or a series of rhetorical questions, a list, or a vivid description.”

http://leavingcertenglish.net/2011/05/six-rules-of-essay-writing/

From The Horse’s Mouth.

Recent Leaving Cert student Aidan Curran takes us his advice on Essay-writing, based on his own experience.

“Obviously, when you get the essay titles first you say “That’s it, I’m screwed, we’ll call it a day”. But if you just look at them, you’ll realise that they can be changed to your strengths.”

http://aidancurran.com/how-to-get-an-a1-in-english-essay-writing-aidan-curran/

It’s Not All About Paper 1, You Know.

English Paper 2, which deals with the subject’s prescribed texts and poetry, also involves some essay writing. Clevernotes tells us how to tackle it.

“The most basic principal of essay writing is that it should be structured. Your essay must form a cogent and coherent response to the question asked.”

https://www.clevernotes.ie/english/hl/leaving-cert/how-to-write-a-paper-two-essay/

And Lastly, Some Proper Serious Advice (Or Maybe Not)

Vlogger Clisare gives us her unique take on Essay Writing.

“Always end English Language essays with ‘…and then I woke up.’ Teachers love that.”

http://entertainment.ie/wtf/WATCH-How-to-write-a-leaving-cert-essay/191520.htm

(c) Paul FitzSimons

About the author

Paul FitzSimons is a screenwriter and novelist and has written the novel ‘Burning Matches’ and a number of scripts for film and TV. He has worked as a storyline writer on RTE’s ‘Fair City’. His short stories are published in ‘Who Brought The Biscuits’ by The Naas Harbour Writers. Paul likes crime thrillers, good coffee and Cadbury’s chocolate. He doesn’t like country-and-western music or people who don’t indicate on roundabouts.

Paul also runs the  Script Editing service Paul | The | Editor .  paulfitzsimons.com

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We understand that studying for your Leaving Cert exams can be a stressful time. There’s a lot riding on your grades but don’t let that deter you, and instead, use it to motivate you. With some careful planning and a little dedication, you can get the grades you dream of. We’re going to share the best online resources to support you, give you revision tips from our experts, and show you where to find the best Leaving Cert grinds, so let’s get started.

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We know that students are always looking for free Leaving Cert revision courses. While you’ll find some good Leaving Cert revision courses online, they don’t come cheap. Don’t worry though, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best free online resources to help you get the grades you need, and in the next section, we’ll help you plan your own revision. 😃

Leaving Cert revision websites to use

GoConqr is a social learning platform that gives you access to free online tools and resources to help you study more efficiently. You’re able to create your own revision material such as mind maps, quizzes, flashcards, and notes. You can also copy any of the Leaving Cert resources that other users have made and even edit them to suit you. 

It also lets you create your own Leaving Cert revision timetable. You can allocate the number of hours you need to study for each subject on the digital calendar and this makes it easier for you to stay organised. We love that you can factor in downtime and social events too because a healthy study-life balance will be one of the keys to your success and sanity! 

iRevise is another great site that has a wealth of material already prepared. You have the option of a free account or signing up for a premium or platinum plan. The free plan comes with revision notes, sample answers, videos, multiple-choice quizzes, and the ability to create your own exam on any topic. 

Leaving Cert YouTube channels

Maths Grinds is a YouTube channel with videos spanning foundation, ordinary, and higher-level maths . Stephen Easley-Walsh is the person behind the videos and he is a tutor, lecturer, teacher, and exam corrector. It’s a comprehensive channel with hundreds of videos at your disposal.

The Dublin Academy of Education is a channel with videos on all the most popular subjects including Irish, English , physics , and biology . There are various presenters on the videos who specialise in different subjects and they are state examiners, authors, and curriculum advisors so you can be sure they’re experts in their fields.

Apps are available for just about everything these days from games to those with a focus on education. That’s good news for you because there are Leaving Cert revision apps to support you in your studies. 

Leaving Cert (Terms and Revisions) is available on Google Play and the App Store. It’s a series of apps that cover Leaving Cert chemistry , business , geography , economics , biology, physics, and agricultural science.

Easy Revision Leaving Cert Biology (for iOS) contains hundreds of questions that are accompanied by comprehensive explanations and imagery. As the name suggests, this is specifically for Leaving Cert biology and the content was written by Kieran Coleman who has also written Leaving Cert books, DVDs, and educational websites.

Duolingo is a language learning app to give you extra practice in pronunciation, grammar, and constructing sentences. It covers a wide range of topics and is an entertaining way to improve your language skills and pick up new vocabulary and rules along the way.  

Your Leaving Cert exams are going to be a big step up from Junior Cycle and you’ll need to put more time and effort into your revision. With adequate planning and using the online resources that we outlined above, you’ll be well on your way to Leaving Cert victory. 🚀 Here are our top tips for planning out your revision. 

Make a Leaving Cert revision timetable

First and foremost, make yourself a revision timetable. You know the subjects that you’re strongest in and those you need to work harder at. Allocate time accordingly. It can be tempting to keep revising your favourite subject, so be strict with yourself and spread your time across all of them to help yourself in the long run. 

Some students prefer to have a paper calendar that’s above their desk so it’s in full view at all times while others will make a digital timetable (e.g. from GoConqr). As long as you create one, do whatever suits you best. By visually reminding yourself of what you need to do, it will help you stay on track. Being organised is essential since the Leaving Cert exams are relatively close together and you may even have two on the same day. 

Make the most of Leaving Cert past papers

Practising past papers is one of the best ways to prepare yourself for your Leaving Cert exams. By working through the questions you’ll gain an understanding of what’s expected of you and identify any problem areas you should focus on. It also means you’ll walk into your exams with your head held high and feel more relaxed and confident. 

We recommend using the State Examinations Commission site to access past papers. They have a comprehensive list that goes back more than a decade so that’s more than enough practice for you. The papers are also free to access and you don’t even need to set up an account. Simply choose the subject and year and download the relevant paper. 

Make new Leaving Cert revision notes

A common mistake that students make is relying solely on reading their Leaving Cert revision notes and textbooks. This can give them a false sense of confidence that they understand everything. When you read something it triggers your memory but that doesn’t always mean you’d be able to recall the information in an exam.

Going over all your notes and textbooks is still important but you should make new notes when you spot any topics you find tricky. Another good way to make additional notes is while you’re going over past papers since you’ll instantly know which areas you need to focus on. 

Create Leaving Cert online revision cards

A similar approach to revision notes is to make revision cards. These are useful because you can take them everywhere with you. You can make handwritten cards that are small enough to pop in your bag or use an app where you can create your own digital cards. 

The benefit of using an app is you’re probably going to have your phone on you most of the time! Instead of opening Instagram, give yourself a quick quiz using your cards as even an extra five minutes here or there can make a difference. 

Revision cards are a great way to make use of spaced repetition too. Going over content frequently (not cramming) will help solidify it in your mind.  

Use Leaving Cert grinds to get ahead

The number of students using grinds to boost their grades is on the rise. In fact, 59 per cent of sixth years pay for out-of-school tuition. Finding a private grind will make it easier for you to keep up or get ahead of your peers. One-to-one lessons can also give you the confidence that you’re on the right track as well as fill in any knowledge gaps. 

At GoStudent, we have grinds who specialise in any Leaving Cert subject you need support with. You can enjoy online lessons that are tailored to you from the comfort of your home. Best of all, you can record the lessons and play these back as many times as you need if you forget something or want a refresher closer to your exam. The first lesson is free so why not book one now and see just how powerful a private grind can be? 👍

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Write an opinion piece, for publication in a national newspaper, in which you give your views on the extent to which people today rely on the online world as a source of news and information, the reliability of these sources and the impact of this development on society. , (question b from 2017 leaving cert hl paper 1 text 2, “a connected world”).

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Smartphones – one of the greatest modern inventions. I think it’s safe to say that the majority of people nowadays will own a smartphone. (In this part of the world, yes, but reading this, I can’t help but wonder whether it is safe to say that about the majority of people – in the world. You don’t have to be perfectly factually correct in your Paper 1 essays, but one way or the other obvious things like this will impact the reader’s judgement.) These, along with laptops, tablets and smart TVs mean that people all around the world cannot escape the internet and social media. Because of this, it is clear to me that most of our news today comes from the internet – the fastest and most convenient way of transferring information.

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My son is studying a subject outside school for the Leaving Cert. How can he submit his coursework?

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My son is due to sit the Leaving Cert in June. While he goes to his local school, he does grinds in agricultural science because the subject isn’t available at his school. I’m told there is a “coursework component” he needs to complete. Could you explain how this works, give that his school isn’t involved?

Anecdotally, more students are studying subjects outside school due to limited subject choice.

Many of subjects nowadays have practical or second components of assessment. Beside agricultural science, there are coursework components for applied maths, art, computer science, construction studies, classical studies, design and communication graphics, economics, engineering, geography, history, home economics, music, PE, politics and society, religious education and technology.

If studying a subject outside school, responsibility for complying with exam requirements rests with the candidate.

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The State Examination Commission (SEC) must be sure that work accepted for assessment is candidates’ own individual work.

In his circumstances, he will have to register for the subject as an external candidate, as he is choosing to enter for an additional subject that he will be following outside school.

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He will need to liaise with a school recognised by the SEC. His own school may, at their discretion, facilitate him in completing the coursework.

If your son is entered for an exam by his own school but will be carrying out practical coursework in another recognised school, the following applies: work can be authenticated provided certain procedures as set out by the SEC are complied with the school authority of the school attended by him and the teacher and principal of the recognised school in which the coursework is being carried out.

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If he entered for examination by his own school, but is carrying out coursework in a private school/centre, the following applies: work can be authenticated provided certain SEC-approved procedures are complied with the school authority of the school attended by your son and the teacher and principal of the private school/centre in which the coursework is being carried out.

If your son is carrying out coursework at a private school/ centre, this applies: work can be authenticated, provided that the private school/centre is recognised for examinations purposes by the SEC.

If your son was to attempt to carry out his study of the subject and the accompanying practical coursework on his own or, with private tuition outside a school or centre, as it would not be possible to have such work authenticated by a teacher and school principal outside a school setting, the practical coursework component will not be accepted for assessment.

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  1. PDF Introduction to the Composition

    1. The funnel method In this method, the first sentence is broad and general. It introduces your thesis, and each following sentence is narrower and more focused. Finally, it narrows down to your thesis. The important thing in this approach is that your funnel should not be too large, because you never will be able to narrow down. Example:

  2. Article Writing

    However, as higher level Leaving Cert English students you should all be capable of writing an excellent article for either a Q.B answer, or as an essay. You have all attained a proficiency...

  3. Feature Article example

    Focus your mind, slowly, on your feet… calves… thighs… abdomen… hands… arms… chest… shoulders… neck… head… face. Listen to the sounds in the room. Allow your thoughts to wander and as they appear, let them flow away. Focus on the now. You are, I am, we are. Body. Breadth. Sensation.

  4. Articles

    Make the reader laugh (with you or at you). Lists - these are an effective way to sum up the topic and seem knowledgeable. Problem & Solution - don't simply whine on about the difficulties, try to suggest some constructive and practical ways of tacking this issue, as a society and as individuals.

  5. PDF Introduction to Comprehension Question B

    When writing formal letters, skip a line before beginning each new paragraph. In the third and subsequent paragraphs, you should continue to develop the theme of the letter, giving any facts that you think relevant. Four or five points should be sufficient for the Leaving Cert letter. Remember to avoid slang,

  6. Article Archives

    Leaving Cert English Question B Article #625Lab. Write an article for inclusion in your school magazine on the importance of winning the All-Ireland for Mayo on Sunday. (Question B) #625Lab How important is winning the Sam Maguire….

  7. Really Useful Links for Writers: Leaving Cert Essay Writing

    The Leaving Cert English exam is divided into two papers - Paper 1, which is all about comprehension and composition and Paper 2, which covers The Single Text , The Comparative Study and Poetry. Like the other two-part exams Maths and Irish, English 1 and 2 happen on two different days - the first Wednesday and Thursday mornings of the schedule.

  8. PDF Essay Writiing

    Write an article for a serious newspaper or magazine on the twin issues of discrimination and tolerance. (2011 Theme: Mystery) '…a thin girl…flips the key-guard of her phone and scrolls her texts.' Write an article for a popular magazine in which you outline your views about the impact of technology on the lives of young people.

  9. Question B Paper 1

    In this tutorial our English teacher Gavin gives an overview of how to approach and prepare to answer Question B on Paper 1 in the Leaving Cert English Exam....

  10. Leaving Cert. English (Higher) 2009: Paper 1 Section II

    Preparation. Throughout your Leaving Certificate studies, be curious in all of your subjects. Read widely and write regularly. General knowledge, regular reading and regular writing will make you an interesting, articulate and quick-thinking student, three attributes that are necessary in responding to Higher Level English papers.

  11. Leaving Cert Revision: Best Websites and Apps to Prepare

    As the name suggests, this is specifically for Leaving Cert biology and the content was written by Kieran Coleman who has also written Leaving Cert books, DVDs, and educational websites. Duolingo is a language learning app to give you extra practice in pronunciation, grammar, and constructing sentences. It covers a wide range of topics and is ...

  12. Lesson 1

    This lesson will teach you how to write clear, concise and well written introductions for essays in papers 1 and 2 of the English Leaving Cert exam. It will identify the features of a good introduction, show you examples of good introductions and give you the task of writing an introduction for a single text essay.

  13. Leaving Cert Short Story Writing

    Leaving Cert essays generally fall into two camps: Creative (Short Stories and Descriptive Essays) and Opinion (pretty much all of the others: Speeches, Articles etc).

  14. Leaving Cert English paper 1: A 'beautiful' paper which gave

    Leaving Cert, English paper 1, question b (40 marks): Some students believe that the study of poetry should be an optional rather than a compulsory element of the Leaving Certificate English course.

  15. How to Write a Blog-Leaving Cert/Junior Cert

    68 8.3K views 3 years ago A quick explanation on how to write a blog for Leaving Cert students and Junior Cert students. ...more ...more A quick explanation on how to write a blog for...

  16. PDF Open Letter

    letter? Format of an Open Letter The name of the author and the date usually appear at the top of the letter. However, there is no hard and fast rule and if you prefer to sign off at the end, you may do so. There is no need for the sender/recipient's address If you wish to address your open letter to an individual or a group, do so.

  17. Personal essay Archives

    The Leaving Cert personal essay is a well loved and virtually permanent feature of Paper 1 (here is some evidence). It belongs in the 100 marks Composition section, the single biggest chunk of the English exam. ... By reading the correct and H1 sample essays below, you will learn how much to write, ...

  18. Leaving Cert English Opinion Piece #625Lab

    Write an opinion piece, for publication in a national newspaper, in which you give your views on the extent to which people today rely on the online world as a source of news and information, the reliability of these sources and the impact of this development on society. (Question B from 2017 Leaving Cert HL Paper 1 Text 2, "A Connected World")

  19. Letters

    The style of writing depends on the task - it should be clear from the wording of the question whether you are expected to write in a descriptive / informative / argumentative or persuasive style. Informal letters just include your address and the date and the language is extremely informal. Here's a sample formal letter: Hazelhill ...

  20. Leaving Cert English Composition

    Composition - Aoife O'Driscoll - Personal and Discursive Essays. Comprehension B and Composition Slidesshow - Aoife O'Driscoll. Debate Speech Layout - Slideshow. Essays 2014. How to Write A Feature Article. Quotes for use in compositions. Speech writing. Revision Notes for Leaving Certificate English Students.

  21. Diary Entries

    If you are asked to write a blog about a personal event(s) in your life write it in diary style. If you are asked to write a blog about a particular topic write it in the style of an article . This entry was posted in Question B and tagged 1 , certificate , diaries , diary , english , leaving , one , Paper .

  22. PDF Writing an Editorial

    -- Introduction Make it clear what the topic is, give some background to it, say who it affects and why it should be discussed. In other

  23. My son is studying a subject outside school for the Leaving Cert. How

    My son is due to sit the Leaving Cert in June. While he goes to his local school, he does grinds in agricultural science because the subject isn't available at his school.

  24. Index

    How much to write; Perfect Paragraph Project; Why introductions matter; Last minute advice; Chief Examiner's Report (how to do better in the exam!) Why study English? How to study English; What's wrong with the Leaving Cert? Satirical article on the Leaving Cert - read this! Hello Leaving Certs (from way back when the site began!) Grammar ...