The Jeddle Podcast

Instant AI essay marking and state rank study guides: https://jeddle.com Jonny goes through section 1 of the 2025 HSC English Paper 1, providing you with 10 essential literary techniques and a step-by-step approach to get full marks in this section. 00:00 – Section 1 time management and structure 01:17 – Key literary techniques (MEST and MISHAP) 02:08 – The importance of high-quality analysis 03:1...

HSC English marker and Head of English, Jane Stocks breaks down exactly how to write Band 6 thesis statements for the HSC.    

Learn how to get full marks for every question of the 2025 HSC English paper for Section I - Short Answers. I break down every question, text and answer for the paper so you know exactly how to nail short answer questions. 

I asked HSC English marker and Head of English, Jane Stocks, what the 5 most important tips are for writing a band 6 essay in English. Get access to Band 6 English study guides and essay marking: https://jeddle.com Check out Jane Stock's English resources at: https://www.writingwithfinesse.com

Jonny explains the importance of paying attention to form and macro techniques as a method to make your essays stand out. 0:00 - Defining Form and Macro vs. Micro Techniques  1:07 - Examples of Text Types and the Impact of Form 2:33 - Utilising Macro Features in Your Analysis 4:08 - "Biggie Smalls" (Macro-Micro Pairing) 5:05 - Comparative Example of Macro-Micro Pairing Instant AI essay marking and...

Jonny breaks down the 'SMART' study method: five simple steps to achieve top English marks and be prepared to adapt your essays under pressure. 00:00 - The SMART Strategy 00:51 - Starting Early 01:39 - Memorisation 04:12 - Adapting to Questions 06:33 - Refining and Feedback 08:12 - Timing and Cutting 10:44 - Conclusion and Resources

Logan achieved a 99.7 ATAR and graduated as Dux of the specialist Conservatorium High School, balancing 3 to 5 hours of daily piano practice on top of the HSC. He achieved a state rank in English Extension 1, placing fourth in NSW with a mark of 49/50. In this video, he shares the specific strategies that led to his success, such as his "ranting mind map" technique, a rigorous drafting process inv...

Jonny breaks down the 'NICE' technique to help you make the most effective use of quotes in your English essays. 0:00 - Introduction to NICE quotes  0:28 - Use niche, not cliché quotes  4:01 - Integrate quotes into sentences  8:52 - Keep quotes concise and short  12:43 - Use extra quotes in analysis  16:04 - Final checklist and conclusion

Cyrus completed the HSC in 2025 with a perfect ATAR of 99.95 and two state ranks: 2nd in Modern History and 10th in Economics. He also achieved 98% Advanced Mathematics and 95% in English and Biology. 0:00 - Intro  3:30 - How Cyrus got a 99.95 ATAR 7:44 - Resources to Give You an Edge 15:57 - Cyrus's Study Schedule 20:17 - Modern History 35:28 - Economics 42:39 - Jonny's Tips for University

Yao topped NSW in 4 Unit English and achieved an ATAR of 99.90! In this interview, get to know his greatest strategies to help you stand out in the HSC.  00:00 - Introduction 02:23 - General Approach and Mindset for English 04:37 - Setting Yourself Apart in Essay Writing 06:49 - Module A Essay Structure and Integration 10:32 - Sophisticated Analysis and Research  13:59 - Developing Arguments and S...

Emily ranked first in HSC Modern History and achieved a 99.75 ATAR! Find out the study strategies that helped Emily achieve her best and stand out in the HSC. 0:00 - Intro  1:22 - Emily's reflection 2:24 - Emily's approach to studying 3:14 - What did Emily sacrifice for a 99.75 ATAR? 3:53 - Pre-trials experience 4:54 - Pre-trials study schedule 7:30 - Essay plans 11:04 - Quotes and statistics for...

Instant AI essay marking and state rank study guides: https://jeddle.com Emma completed the HSC with a perfect ATAR of 99.95 as well as securing state ranks in two subjects. She ranked third in English with a mark of 99% and second in Chemistry with a mark of 98%. In this video, Emma shares her best strategies to help you achieve your best in the HSC. 0:00 - Intro 1:40 - Study Secrets for a 99.95...

Nandini completed the HSC in 2025 and achieved 98% English Advanced and 49/50 in English Extension! Nandini shares her top strategies to help you achieve your best in the HSC. Instant AI essay marking and state rank study guides: https://jeddle.com ► Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askjeddle ► Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askjeddle ► Follow us on Facebook: https:/...

Instant AI essay marking and state rank study guides: https://jeddle.com Chase came 2nd in NSW in English Extension I, scored 98 in English Advanced and was Dux of his school with an ATAR of 99.10. In this conversation, he reveals all of his biggest secrets, including the one structure he used for all of his essays. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:15 - Chase's goals and expectations 00:02:24 - Chase's appr...

Jonny looks at how HSC students should respond to questions that contain a statement you must agree or disagree with.

Learn how to get full marks in Section I of the 2024 HSC English exam (short answers).

Learn exactly how you should be planning your time and approaching study from now until the night before to get Band 6 results in your English Trials.

Jonny breaks down every question of Section I (Short Answers) in the 2023 HSC English Advanced paper. Learn how to get full marks for each question, including how to find techniques, link to the question and complete the exam in the allocated time.

Learn exactly how to break down an unseen essay question and create a high-quality thesis statement. Here, we look at an example from the Common Module - Texts and Human Experiences.

Learn how to write a high-quality thesis statement for Arthur Miller's play The Crucible, including a sample response to the 2023 HSC Common Module essay question.

Learn how to write a high-quality thesis statement for Shakespeare's play The Merchant of Venice, including an example in response to the 2023 HSC Common Module essay question.    

Learn how to write a high-quality thesis statement for George Orwell's novel Nineteen Eighty-Four, including a sample response to the 2023 HSC Common Module essay question.

Learn how to select and analyse a related text for the Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences. This lesson includes a deconstructed example with a suggested body paragraph structure.  0:00 - What is a Related Text? 1:17 - Choosing a Related Text 4:54 - Analysing a Related Text 6:54 - Structuring a Response 8:09 - Example: Ozymandias 12:28 - Topic Sentences (Examples) 16:08 - Analysis (Examples...

Learn how to get better marks in your exams by actually studying LESS. Jonny explains the 80/20 trick that will help you be more efficient with your study.

Jonny unpacks how you can improve your topic sentences to elevate your writing and marks. He uses a practical example so you can apply this in your essays.