Since starting with the company in 2007 Anna has been a valued member of the TSSM team, preparing resources and teaching a number of courses for English and Literature.

Her creativity and attention to detail are not only a reflection of her professionalism but also her passion for English.

Anna is a brilliant and energetic presenter for VCE English and Literature and has had many years of experience at TSSM in this area.

Teaching Philosophy:

Anna's focus on teaching key skills so that students feel they can apply their learning to any new area of study. This allows students to focus on a growth mindset, looking for ways to improve and refine the key skills and deepen their analysis, critical thinking and appreciation of literature.

Publications:

2001 'Farrago' Melbourne University Student Newspaper, Where are they now? - article on the anti-globalisation movement.
2002 'STU' Sydney-based Student Magazine, Indonesia in the Age of Anxiety

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Other than reading and writing, Anna loves beach volleyball and travel. She is interested in climate change and positive solutions to this problem.

Testimonials

"Such a great holiday program, gaining much benefit heading into the next terms work."

- Kyle Oneil

"The notes that I was given will assist me in more detailed explanations in my essays."

- James English

"The notes are very specific, detailed and helpful. I am definitely going to use them as my main form of study."

- Crystal Garner

"This revision program has been so useful! My knowledge of what to write about on the exam is so much broader and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to do really well on the exams!"

- Emily Mumme

"I gained extra motivation and understanding in my studies as well as extra confidence. TSSM was the best thing I did for my schooling."

- Natalie Studdert

''TSSM's intensive weekly tutorials have reinforced the work I do at school. The notes are excellent and straight to the point. Time well spent."

- Hong Fei Ting

"It was brilliant! Such a good presenter really enjoyed it and learnt a lot. Definitely will come back for the end of year lectures."

- Simone Milenkovski

"TSSM has consolidated my knowledge on the areas of my study and it has significantly increased my confidence in my future exams. I am glad I chose TSSM."

- Anthony Tran

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