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IB Chemistry

IB Chemistry Tutoring in Ottawa

IB Chemistry is separated into Standard Level (SL) and High Level (HL). Standard level is slightly more difficult than high school chemistry 11 and 12. However, High level approach the difficult of first year university. To perform in IB chemistry courses, the student needs to understand and apply the concept in a variety of difficult, situation based problems.

IB Chemistry is a challenging subject. Many students resort to memorizing formulas and hoping to plug in a number to receive the answer - and do well on tests and exams. Oftentimes the teacher will change the question - especially on application problems, where the student will get student, result in poor grades.

Memorizing steps and equations doesn't work in IB chemistry. You need to start with the foundation (such as stoichiometry, or calculating equilibrium). The. next step is to understand the concept and know how to apply to specific problems on IB chemistry. Then the next step is to go through a variety of application problems, which is especially difficult in IB chemistry. Then learn important problem solving skills tailored to IB chemistry. These are all situation based questions that you will encounter on your IB chemistry tests and exams

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IB Physics Tutoring

IB Physics Tutoring in Ottawa

IB Physics is separated into Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL). Standard level is slightly more difficult than high school physics 11 and 12. However, Higher level approach the difficult of first year university. To perform in IB physics courses, the student needs to understand the concept and sharpen his or her problem solving skills, which is essential. There are units such as electromagnetism that is very abstract and difficult to comprehend. Same for diffraction grating.

IB Physics is a challenging subject for a lot of students. The key challenge is that IB Physics is problem solving based. Students are accustomed to math, where they will have a formula and "plug-in" the number to derive the answer, following the procedures and steps. For IB Physics, you need to know which formula to use in the first place and how to manipulate the formula according to the situation.

Memorizing steps and equations doesn't work in IB Physics. All questions in IB physics are application based, they are word problems where the solution changes along with the situation. The teacher can change the question slight, such as adding friction or an extra box, your entire solution - the equation you use, the givens, the approach, will be different. Understanding the concepts and apply them, instead of memorizing equations, is the key to perform well in IB Physics.

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IB Math Tutoring

IB Math tutoring in Ottawa

IB Math is separated into Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL). Standard level is slightly more difficult than high school math, such as advanced functions and calculus. However, Higher level math approach the difficulty of first year university. Beside the limits and derivatives, students need to learn integration at first year level of difficulty. To perform in IB math courses, the student needs to understand the concepts and connect these concepts, and know when to apply which one in deciphering the problem.

IB Math is a challenging course for a lot of students. The key challenge is that IB Math cover a variety of topics and they are all intricately connected. Therefore, students need to have a deep understanding of the materials and know how to apply them. Secondly it depends a solid foundation on the student's part. Math is cumulative, therefore the student at IB Math must master grade 9-11 math. The first two steps of a solution is typically the new materials. However, all the subsequent steps, such as simplifying the answer is all based on foundation skills. Students lacking foundation skills will lose a significant portion of the marks.

Memorizing steps and equations doesn't work in IB Math. Most questions in IB Math are application based. Different scenario request adjustment on the equations and the solution is often time very different. Understanding the concepts and knowing when to apply what is really the key to succeed in IB Math

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IB English Tutoring

IB English Tutoring Ottawa

IB English is a very demanding subject. It has a deep focus on English literature and the student needs to excel in essay writing and critical analysis to perform well in this course. Students are expected to analyze literature. The course is very intensive where students need to submit essays and writing tests / oral presentation on a regular basis.

Essay writing is an essential component of IB English in Ottawa. What is a good introduction? How do you write a good thesis? How do you build an argument with evidence taken from the text? How do you tie your essay with the theme? All these are key elements to succeed in IB English Ottawa. At QE, we teach each of these, so the student will gain the skill to write essays as required by the IB program. We have a rigorous system, where our tutors will guide the students / brainstorm to build the thesis / arguments / paragraphs. The student will then write his drafts. On the next sessions, our tutor will edit and explain the strengths and weaknesses where the student will make further modifications. Our program is very effective, where our IB English students had achieved high grades and got into top universities such as Waterloo and medical school in UK.

Critical thinking is another critical component of IB English in Ottawa. The key challenge for a lot of students, is that they write plot summary of the text, where they should be analyzing the text instead. This will result in a significant lost of marks. We teach critical thinking, and help the student to understand how to analyze the text and put those analysis into their essays.

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IB French Tutoring

IB French Tutoring Ottawa

IB French can be a challenging course for many students, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Whether your child is taking French B (SL/HL) or IB French A, the program requires them to build strong skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening—all while exploring global themes in French. It’s a big step up from pre-IB courses, where students only study grammar and simple sentence structures and writings. For many students, the pressure of exams and oral assessments can be a lot to manage. If you’re looking for French tutoring in Ottawa, QE 1 on 1 private tutoring support can make all the difference

One of the key challenges in IB French is mastering the different forms of writing. Students are expected to be familiar with writing styles like argumentative essays, persuasive essays, narrative pieces, emails, and blog posts—all in French. They also need to clearly express their own viewpoints and justify them with explanations and examples. This can be difficult without a strong grasp of grammar, sentence structure, and vocabulary. At QE, our IB French tutor in Ottawa is designed to tackle these specific areas to help students write effectively and with confidence.

The next challenge is the oral presentation and communication components, which accounts for 25% weight in IB French. Students must deliver presentations and engage in discussions that require them to think on their feet, express opinions clearly, and justify their viewpoints—entirely in French. Many students struggle with confidence, pronunciation, and organizing their ideas under pressure. To achieve the required level of fluency, our French tutors in Ottawa will dedicate a portion of each session, 1 on 1, to converse with the students freely on related IB oral communication topics, fixing their gaps along the way. For example, a typical IB French oral exam requires the student to create a 3-4 minute presentation given a photograph (visual stimulus). Our IB French Tutors in Ottawa will conduct mock test with the student on similar topics and practice practice practice, so our students will get accustom to this and gain confidence when it comes to the real exam.

By the time students reaches IB French, they are expected to have a strong grasp of grammar, but many still struggle with foundational gaps, like passé composé, especially with its complex rules for different situations. These gaps can make it hard to write accurately and confidently.

Vocabulary is another challenge. IB students must use advanced vocabulary correctly, but it’s not just about using complex words—it’s about fitting them into the right context. This requires a deeper understanding on usage and developing a broader vocabulary to use effectively in writing, speaking, and discussions. This is what our IB French tutor in Ottawa will help our students to excel in.

At QE, our IB French tutoring is 1 on 1 private, so that we tailor the lesson to the strengths and weakness of the student. We can target their gaps and focus energies and time to improve them. IB French is not easy, but with good guidance and practice, students can achieve good standing for university.