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📘SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SESSION:📘
INTRODUCTION TO SONNETS 🌷

LIMITED SPACES for a FREE Introduction to Sonnets session this school holidays!

Erin from CTP Education is running a 90-minute session (two timeslots available) providing an entryway into the world of sonnets – William Shakespeare’s poetry of choice. 👨‍🎓

Students will:
• 📗Learn fundamental elements of sonnets.
• 💡Analyse two of the most famous sonnets.
• ✏️Write a sonnet themselves.

Register:
Email Erin at [email protected] with what date you would like and how many students.

When:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm Wednesday 25 September. OR
11:00 am – 12:30 pm Tuesday 1 October.

Who:
Recommended age of 12+, but please get in touch if a younger student is interested.
Designed for all levels. No prior understanding or knowledge required.

Where:
Online via Zoom.

Cost:
FREE.

Register:
Email Erin at [email protected] with what date you would like and how many students.

For more information, please get in touch with Erin at [email protected].

To hear about more free classes, follow CTP Education on Facebook at Choose the Pen Education.

A word from Erin:
Hi everyone! I am the tutor and director of CTP Education. I was home educated until Year 10 (including variations of online classes), and I then attended high school for VCE and graduated with an ATAR of 99.15. I am now studying fourth year Law and Human Rights to pursue the chance for everybody to access education equally across the world. I decided to start CTP Education because I am incredibly passionate about education and noticed a gap in what is offered to home-schooling families. I aim to take the best of what I have experienced myself in different educational contexts, combining love for learning with material skills that equip students to follow their aspirations. I make my classes as engaging and fun as possible as it is my job to have my students feel safe to express their concerns and queries, as the best learning comes from curiosity. I have now been tutoring online for over five years and love sharing my knowledge with others.

“For Sale: Baby Shoes, Never Worn.”
Short stories are designed to create a vivid picture as quickly as possible in the mind of its readers. This story, popularly attributed to Ernest Hemingway, is one of the shortest short stories and displays perfectly how minimal words can create impactful results.

I am running a Short Story Course this term that will cover how short stories are constructed to be punchy and poignant, guided by classic works. There are also plenty of opportunities every week for students to learn how to write short stories, with feedback provided.

When: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Wednesdays 24 July to 18 September. Total of 9 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $95.
Who: Any student interested in literature. Three stories have more mature themes but will be accompanied with warnings for parental guidance. Classes are designed to be accessible without needing to read the stories.
For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CSWNM
Contact [email protected] with any questions or for more information.

SHORT STORIES COURSE These 10 sessions will look at some of the most famous short stories and at what makes a short story great. There will also be opportunities to...

Did you know that the 9 times tables are made up of 5 numbers - only half way through they begin to reverse?
For example:
2 x 9 = 18; and 9 x 9 = 81.
3 x 9 = 27; and 8 x 9 = 72.
Same numbers, just in reverse!

If you’re looking for your children to know more facts like this (as well as memorising their times tables), I am running a Times Tables Crash Course this term that will do this exact thing!

When: 10:00 - 11:00 am Wednesdays 24 July to 18 September. Total of 9 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $90 total for the 9 weeks.
For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CSWOH
Contact [email protected] for more information or for any questions.

TIMES TABLES CRASH COURSE In this 9-week course, we will cover all the times tables from 1 to 12. This class is all ages friendly, and is designed to help beginners learn...

TERM 3: SHORT STORIES COURSE
In these 9 sessions, we will look at some of the most famous short stories to this day. These sessions are designed to have something for all students, and anyone interested in literature should greatly enjoy these classes.

Throughout this course, we will look at what makes a short story great. Additionally, there will be opportunities to develop writing for those interested as well. I will provide writing prompts each week that you can follow throughout the sessions, and I can provide feedback if you so desire. For those who want to simply follow along and learn, this is entirely welcome as well!

The short stories we will look at include “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allen Poe, “The Open Window” by Saki, “The Story of an Hour” by Kate Chopin, “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry, “The Lady or the Tiger” by Frank R. Stockton, “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson, and “The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs, as well as looking at Aesop’s Fables and Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes.

When: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Wednesdays 24 July to 18 September. Total of 9 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $95.
Who: Any student interested in literature. Three stories have more mature themes but will be accompanied with warnings for parental guidance. Classes are designed to be accessible without needing to read the stories.

For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CSWNM

Contact [email protected] with any questions or for more information.

SHORT STORIES COURSE These 10 sessions will look at some of the most famous short stories and at what makes a short story great. There will also be opportunities to...

TERM 3: TIMES TABLES CRASH COURSE
In this 9-week course, we will cover all the times tables from 1 to 12. This class is all ages friendly, and is designed to help beginners learn and to help more advanced students review. Each week will cover specific times tables and include Kahoots to review.

When: 10:00 - 11:00 am Wednesdays 24 July to 18 September. Total of 9 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $90 total for the 9 weeks.

For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CSWOH

Contact [email protected] for more information or for any questions.

TIMES TABLES CRASH COURSE In this 9-week course, we will cover all the times tables from 1 to 12. This class is all ages friendly, and is designed to help beginners learn...

TERM 3 GROUP CLASSES

TIMES TABLES CRASH COURSE:
When: 10:00 - 11:00 am Wednesdays 24 July to 18 September. Total of 9 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $90 total for the 9 weeks.
For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CSWOH

SHORT STORIES COURSE:
When: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Wednesdays 24 July to 18 September. Total of 9 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $95.
Who: Any student interested in literature. Three stories have more mature themes but will be accompanied with warnings for parental guidance. Classes are designed to be accessible without needing to read the stories.
For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CSWNM

Contact [email protected] for more information or with for any questions.

SHORT STORIES COURSE

TIMES TABLES CRASH COURSE

In this 10-week course, we will cover all the times tables from 1 to 12. This class is all ages friendly, and is designed to help beginners learn and to help more advanced students review. Each week will cover specific times tables, and include Kahoots to review.

When: 5:15 - 6:15 pm Tuesdays 3 October to 5 December 2023. Total of 10 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $90 total for the 10 weeks.

For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CLTLD
Alternatively, contact Erin at [email protected].

About Erin:
Erin is the tutor and director of CTP Education. Erin was home educated until Year 10, and is now undertaking a double degree in Law and Arts at Monash University. Erin has been tutoring for many years in both person and online, and has plenty of experience explaining difficult concepts to younger students.

About CTP Education:
CTP Education is passionate about education and believes that learning does not have to be a task, particularly in earlier years. Although structured learning is important to build skills, there is also a significant benefit in following interests. Therefore, we take a method somewhere in the middle. In our classes, we cover all the core skills, whilst ensuring engagement through using real life examples that allow students to combine their newly learnt knowledge and their own problem solving ability. This not only is more memorable, but it inspires children to continue to learn and think in interesting ways.

SHORT STORIES COURSE

In these 10 sessions, we will look at some of the most famous short stories to this day. This course is designed for everyone! So parents and students alike are welcome to attend. These sessions are designed to have something for all ages, and anyone interested in literature should greatly enjoy these classes.

Throughout this course, we will look at what makes a short story great. Additionally, there will be opportunities to develop writing for those interested as well. I will provide writing prompts each week that you can follow throughout the sessions, and I can provide feedback if you so desire. For those who want to simply follow along and learn, this is entirely welcome as well!

The short stories we will look at include “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allen Poe, “The Open Window” by Saki, “The Story of an Hour” by Kate Chopin, “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry, “The Lady or the Tiger” by Frank R. Stockton, “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson, and “The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs, as well as looking at Aesop’s Fables and Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes.

When: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Thursdays 5 October to 7 December. Total 10 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom
How much: $95 for the 10 weeks.

For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CLTLA
Alternatively, contact Erin at [email protected].

Shakespeare in Spring begins tomorrow!

SHAKESPEARE IN SPRING

These 5 sessions will look at some of the most famous works of the all-mighty Shakespeare. These sessions have something for all ages and anyone interested in literature will greatly enjoy these classes.

The sessions work as stand-alone classes or all together. These classes are delivered online via Zoom and are $10 per session. Prior knowledge of the texts is not necessary and no preparation is required.

SHAKESPEARE - THE POET
When: 2:00 - 3:00 pm on Monday 18 September.
Book: https://www.trybooking.com/CKZCB
“Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?”
Looking at iambic pentameter, poetic techniques, and (of course) sonnets, we will take a deep dive into Shakespeare’s poems.

ROMEO AND JULIET
When: 2:00 - 3:00 pm on Tuesday 19 September.
Book: https://www.trybooking.com/CKZCF
“That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.”
Rivalry, romance, and tragedy - Shakespeare’s most revered love story. We will investigate who was to blame for the disastrous conclusion of this play, as well as considering what ‘love’ means to Shakespeare.

MACBETH
When: 2:00 - 3:00 pm on Wednesday 20 September.
Book: https://www.trybooking.com/CKZCK
“Fair is foul, and foul is fair.”
Full of treachery and greed, Macbeth is another of Shakespeare’s tragedies. We will examine what Shakespeare says about the desire for power, the supernatural, and the role of women.

SHAKESPEARE IN POP CULTURE
When: 2:00 - 3:00 pm on Thursday 21 September.
Book: https://www.trybooking.com/CKZCP
“Wear my heart upon my sleeve.”
Why is Shakespeare still relevant today? We will explore Shakespeare’s influence in the modern world, relying on examples of common expressions, songs, movies, and more.

SHAKESPEARE AND FATE
When: 2:00 - 3:00 pm on Friday 22 September.
Book: https://www.trybooking.com/CKZCR
“Men at some time are masters of their fates.”
Are we to blame for our destinies or are we simply vessels for some higher power? And what higher power may that be? This session will compare the significance of pre-determined fate and that of autonomy throughout Shakespeare’s works.

Send a message to learn more

****Short Courses starting at the end of May****

1. TIMES TABLES CRASH COURSE
In this 5-week course, we will cover all the times tables from 1 to 12. This class is all ages friendly, and is designed to help beginners learn and to help more advanced students review. Each week will cover specific times tables, and include Kahoots to review.
When: 10:00 - 11:00 am Tuesdays 23 May to 20 June 2023. Total of 5 sessions.
Where: Online via Zoom.
How much: $95 total for the 5 weeks.
For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CIBSM
Alternatively, contact Erin at [email protected] or 03 9917 3500

2. CLASSIC SHAKESPEARE
In these 4 sessions, we will look at some of the most famous works of the all mighty Shakespeare. These sessions are designed to have something for all ages, and anyone interested in literature should greatly enjoy these classes. The 4 sessions work as stand alone classes or all together.
Thursday 25 May from 3:00-4:00 pm: Romeo and Juliet
Thursday 1 June from 3:00-4:00 pm: Macbeth
Thursday 15 June from 3:00-4:00 pm: Hamlet
Thursday 22 June from 3:00-4:00 pm: Shakespeare - The Poet

Where: Online via Zoom
How much: $18 per session
For more information or to book, go to: https://www.trybooking.com/CIBSZ
Alternatively, contact Erin at [email protected] or 03 9917 3500

About Erin:
Erin is the tutor and director of CTP Education. Erin was home educated until Year 10, and is now undertaking a double degree in Law and Arts at Monash University. Erin has been tutoring for many years in both person and online, and has plenty of experience explaining difficult concepts to younger students.

About CTP Education:
CTP Education is passionate about education and believes that learning does not have to be a task, particularly in earlier years. Although structured learning is important to build skills, there is also a significant benefit in following interests. Therefore, we take a method somewhere in the middle. In our classes, we cover all the core skills, whilst ensuring engagement through using real life examples that allow students to combine their newly learnt knowledge and their own problem solving ability. This not only is more memorable, but it inspires children to continue to learn and think in interesting ways.

Send a message to learn more

SANTA, SONGS, AND STORIES: CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS LITERATURE

A Christmas special! This online 90-minute seminar will delve into some classic (and some less classic) Christmas literature.

We will have a look at:
- ‘A Christmas Carol’, by Charles Dickens;
- ‘Nicholas Was’, by Neil Gaiman;
- And write our own verse to ‘Jingle Bells’

Book in: https://www.trybooking.com/CEQIB

When: Tuesday 13th of December, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm.

Who: Those of any age are welcome - including parents/guardians. See texts above and decide if this class is appropriate.

Preparation: None required.

Where: Zoom meeting.

Please get in contact for more information. Hope to see you soon!

Book in: https://www.trybooking.com/CEQIB

"Erin has been tutoring our son in Maths for almost 12 months. She quickly developed a strong and productive rapport with him. He loves Maths and finds his sessions with Erin challenging and enjoyable. She was always organised and used technology effectively to communicate concepts. I provided her with the curriculum topics for both my son's current year and the following year, and she was able to work through both years with him.
My son did not attend school Maths class through lockdown, and Erin was able to extend him to reach an above average level for the year above his current grade (assessed through end of year PAT test at high school) with only 1 hour of tutoring each week.
We are continuing Maths tutoring with Erin to ensure our son is engaged and extended appropriately in Maths. I highly recommend Erin's Maths tutoring - as parents we have found it efficient, easy and effective."
Jo, Nunawading. parent of year 7 student

Courses coming up soon:

Everything you want to know before you start VCE English

Was Wordsworth Romantic?

How to write what people want to read

Syntax, similes, and synecdoche

Register interest now via the email [email protected]

Greetings all! We are so excited to begin the school year. Here is some information about the private mathematics tutoring we are holding this term.

Individual tuition:
Mathematics: primary school to year 10

About: In our private maths tuition, we work with both the students and parents to find a goal we aim to achieve. Beginning at the level of the student, we continue to build up until we reach that goal.

In what format: online or in person

Beginning from: February 2021

How to enrol: contact us

Hi everyone! We hope that your New Year has started well. We are so happy to be debuting Choose The Pen Education on Facebook this year! This term is bringing some exciting opportunities for tutoring, and we can’t wait to get in touch with you to start bringing our vision to life! Please get in contact for any information, and follow this page to be updated with any new opportunities!