September/October 2024 programs
During the September school holidays, Economics students will also be available to attend a number of programs. On Sunday the 22nd of September, Romeo Salla will also be presenting a 3+ hour course revision/troubleshooting program. The program will be held via Webinar and will provide a coverage of all five areas of study in VCE Economics, with a specific focus on the most difficult parts of the course. The cost for this event is $50 and notes are provided to students. In addition, on Monday (30/9) and Tuesday (1/10) One Day Intensive VCE Economics Workshops will be jointly facilitated by Romeo Salla and Josh Verlin at the University of Melbourne. The cost for each live event is $130, and lunch + notes are provided to all students.
Course Revision/Troubleshooting Program
Presenter: Romeo Salla
Date and time: Sunday 22 September 2024 at 1.00pm
Duration: 3 hours + optional 60-90 minute Q&A at the end
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: $50 per ticket
The Course Revision/Troubleshooting Program will provide a coverage of the Unit 3 and 4 course, helping to ensure that students possess the required knowledge for the examination. Particular emphasis will be placed on the new key knowledge and skills of the 2023-2027 VCE Economics Study Design as well as the more challenging parts of the course. Romeo will also provide an update on the latest economic developments in so far as they relate to the Study Design and students will be provided with a set of notes that includes the most recent economic statistics in relation to the achievement of macroeconomic goals and use of aggregate demand and supply policies.
One Day Intensive Workshop
Facilitator(s): Romeo Salla & Josh Verlin
Date and time: Monday 30 September 2024 at 9.15am
Duration: 7+ hours with two short breaks + lunch break (lunch provided)
Location: St Hilda’s College, University of Melbourne
Cost: $130 per ticket
One Day Intensive Workshop [Repeat of Monday Workshop]
NOTE THAT THIS SECOND WORKSHOP HAS BEEN ADDED DUE TO THE SELL OUT IN 2023
Facilitator(s): Romeo Salla & Josh Verlin
Date and time: Tuesday 1 October 2024 at 9.15am
Duration: 7+ hours with two short breaks + lunch break (lunch provided)
Location: St Hilda’s College, University of Melbourne
Cost: $130 per ticket
Participants will be directed through a series of ‘hands on’ activities designed to enhance examination performance. This includes analysis of sample responses, exercises to unpack the most difficult parts of the course, and strategies to incorporate relevant and contemporary information into examination responses. Students will be guided through a step-by-step approach for structuring responses to challenging or possible questions. Each workshop will include the preparation of sample A+ responses as well as the analysis of those responses that lack sufficient detail or contain common mistakes. Participants will also be guided through a series of exercises to unpack the most difficult and new parts of the course, as well as strategies to incorporate relevant and/or contemporary information into their responses. The overriding emphasis in the workshop is to guide students through a process that helps them to apply their knowledge in the examination. Students are provided with extensive opportunities to quiz experienced examination assessors and comprehensive notes are provided to all participants. Lunch and refreshments are also included in the price.
Exam preparation Webinar October 2024
The VCE Economics program will occur on Sunday the 13th of October 2024 via Webinar commencing at 1.00pm and will be presented by Romeo Salla, an experienced teacher, examination assessor (including as Chief Assessor) and former Economist. Romeo will assist students to prepare for the examination and write responses in a way that enables them to perform at their peak and impress the examination assessors. The program will include advice on areas to focus, clarification of common errors made by past students, tips on how to allocate precious time, strategies to assist students to interpret questions, an analysis of the most difficult questions and terms from past exams and an analysis of possible questions in light of recent economic developments. Comprehensive notes will be provided and there will be a bonus 30 minute question & answer/tutorial session at the conclusion of the program. Ticket prices are $44 per person. Click on the green button below or scan the barcode if you wish to purchase a ticket to this program.
Difference between the programs?
The course revision program is purely designed to bring students up to speed in terms of their knowledge of the new VCE Economics Study Design. The emphasis is on content knowledge rather than application of that knowledge to answer examination questions, which is the emphasis in both the exam preparation program and the workshop. Those students who believe that their understanding of the course is sound, may not feel the need to attend the course revision program, instead preferring to focus on application of that knowledge by attending the workshop and/or exam preparation program.
The exam preparation programs are presented via webinar and run for three hours (+30 min optional Q&A session) and will provide students with coverage of the key strategies to employ when preparing for the final examination. The lecturers will instruct students on how to apply their knowledge in the exam, which will include emphasis on the common errors to avoid, ‘tips and tricks’ to employ, and strategies to write concise responses. Like the course revision lectures, there is limited opportunity for questioning throughout the presentation, as the lecturers will seek to cover as much ground as possible. The optional 30 minute Q&A session at the conclusion of the lecture is the only time available for student input.
In contrast, the workshop is a full-day live catered event (9.15 – 4.15pm) that is designed to engage students in ‘hands on’ activities that help them to apply their knowledge in the final examination. Students will be guided through a step-by-step approach for structuring responses to challenging or possible questions. The workshop will provide students with numerous opportunities to put into practice the strategies learned throughout the day. The emphasis, therefore, is on engagement and interaction, with students encouraged to quiz and question the ‘experienced examiners’ about any concerns or issues they have in relation to the VCE Economics examination.
Each workshop will include the preparation of sample A+ responses as well as the analysis of those responses that lack sufficient detail or contain common mistakes. Participants will also be guided through a series of exercises to unpack the most difficult parts of the course as well as strategies to incorporate relevant and/or contemporary information into their responses.
Private tutorials
There are limited opportunities for private one-on-one tutoring sessions to be arranged with Romeo Salla. These will typically be held at the CPAP offices ( 1 Queens Rd Melbourne) or via Zoom. Send an email to romeosalla@economicstutor.com.au for details.
Alternatively, tutoring can be arranged with Sparsh Basantani, a Commere student at Melbourne University, who achieved a perfect score in the 2022 VCE Examination. He can be contacted via email at sparsh.basantani@gmail.com
