At Write-Edge, students develop and use a rich vocabulary base of words and phrases, idioms and other figurative language to enhance their communication. These include Show-Not-Tell words and phrases, and a Word Bank list to enhance their written communication, to improve written expression, which are integral components of our English creative writing classes.
Understand who you are writing to and the purpose of the written text. In our writing classes, students learn to visualise why their readers should be interested in reading our texts when there is already a plethora of information out there. Whether it is writing to debate and argue, inform or express dissatisfaction, readers today relish information that is clear, meaningful and to the point.
Read widely from a myriad of sources – digital print, online, books, dictionaries as well as magazines and other printed sources to gain an understanding of the world around you. Being exposed to a wide range of texts helps our students develop diverse perspectives to the ever changing world around us and adds to their repertoire of knowledge.
Write, write, write! Whether it’s an essay, a short story, poem or even a recipe. Writing becomes easier as your thoughts are transposed onto paper. Before you write, brainstorm and plan your thoughts into an organised manner so that when you write, you can pace yourself well and hopefully avoid the dreaded writer’s block. A typical English Writing class prepares students to organise themselves first with a Plot Planning stage before putting pen to paper.
Learn from the best by identifying good role models of spoken English, such as broadcasters from BBC or Channel News Asia. These professionals have mastered the art of Standard English through years of training. Listening to well-articulated language models helps you adopt the nuances, rhythm, and pace needed for confident communication. Remember, spoken English is often “caught, not taught.”
Be a confident thinker and participate in open discussions. Thinking on your feet helps to train your mind to think quickly and effectively as you prepare to answer challenging topics or even to listen to what like-minded people think about a topic.
You get to listen, process and develop quick thinking abilities while receiving responses to your thoughts and ideas. An English Writing Progamme at Write Edge is always filled with healthy discussions on a range of topics and subject matter. Before embarking on any written tasks, students learn to activate any background knowledge or develop them through these discussions. This way, they come away feeling enriched and confident communicators.
Conquering your English exams doesn’t have to be daunting. By following these six tips—writing with purpose, reading widely, honing your oral English skills, and engaging in meaningful discussions—you’ll be better equipped to excel.
Whether through our English creative writing classes in Singapore or English enrichment classes, Write-Edge is here to support you every step of the way. With the right tools and guidance, you can unlock your full potential, gain confidence, and achieve mastery in English. Keep practising, stay curious, and remember, the path to success begins with the first step!
