Stress Free IB Physics

Do you ever have that feeling when everything is just WTF? It's tough to keep up with your IB Physics homework and it seems like there are never enough hours in the day. If you don’t think it’s possible to feel totally on top of your IB Physics classwork AND be confident of getting that coveted 7 in IB Physics …you’ve never met me! I've been teaching IB physics for 12 years. I’m also the author of “7 Simple Steps to Achieving a 7 in IB Physics” which teaches students the strategies needed to achieve top marks in IB Physics in the most efficient and effective way. In this podcast, I’ll share 5 tips that will help you get started on your IB Physics journey. Listen closely because these five tips will make all the difference! So grab your headphones and click to listen — just wait until you see what’s possible! Here’s a glance at this episode… [00:10] What might drive you to the WTF moment in IB [00:43] The hard fact you’ll have to face to succeed in IB Physics [01:29] You probably won’t want to follow this super practical tip but I promise that only 15 minutes will change your exam preparation for good! [02:27] Unlock your passion for problem-solving [03:36] Make it your mission to find these resources to revolutionise your ability in IB Physics class tests [04:04] What NOT to say to your IB Physics teacher! [06:20] How to get your hands on your own free IB Physics: Starter Study Pack AND get more help from Sally Weatherly Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I truly appreciate the time you put into helping IB Physics students succeed!” If you feel that same - I'd really appreciate a review. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast.. Subscribe now! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: www.gradepod.com/study for the IB Physics Starter Study Kit OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS POST: Read the transcript below Download on iTunes

  This may come as a bit of a surprise.... but I think you should throw all your physics notes in the bin. Now. Before your exams. If you are being honest with yourself, are your class notes organised, useful and structured? Do they contain all the vital information you need to memorise before the exams?  OR Are your class notes made up of lots of different piles of 'stuff'? Maybe come calculation answers on some pages, some random class notes on other pages, some is marked by your teacher, some isn't.....? Honestly. Throw it all in the bin and I'll show you how to get organised. I'll show you how to get EVERYTHING you need to know condensed into two sides of A4 paper. Sound good? In this podcast, I’ll share how EXACTLY to condense every IB Physics topic into one piece of paper. I'll also explain why you should do it. Listen closely because this advice might revolutionise the way you study ALL of your IB subjects. So grab your headphones and click to listen — just wait until you see what’s possible! Here’s a glance at this episode… [00:56] Why my birthday has been ruined since I was 17 [02:16] Why I answered in French for many of my final physics exams questions in high school [03:33] The 'know-it-all' who I disliked at school but changed the way I study FOREVER! [02:27] Unlock your passion for problem-solving [04:30] How condensing my notes into 2 sides of A4 completely changed my academic study [06:25] WHY you should NOT use pre-written revision notes (or somebody else's) [08:26] HOW exactly to write these condensed notes (FREEBIE INCLUDED!) [15:48]  Am I the Maria Kondo of class notes? Throw them in the bin (or burn them!) Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I truly appreciate the time you put into helping IB Physics students succeed!” If you feel that same - I'd really appreciate a review. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast.. Subscribe now! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: www.gradepod.com/study for the IB Physics Starter Study Kit OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS POST: Read the transcript below Download on iTunes

Do you believe in magic? I do! I’ve been teaching the International Baccalaureate (IBDP) Physics specification since 2004 and I believe in magic…. (not sure about ghosts though - they freak me out!) Today, all you IB Physics students out there - I have the supernatural force that will make you believe in magic too. I have my magic marking grid Sound good? In this podcast, I’ll share how EXACTLY how to use my magic tool to overcome this common problem in IB Physics: ______________________________________________________________ Despite the fact that you understand the material fairly well, you don't seem to be able to apply it thoroughly in exam questions ______________________________________________________________ So grab your headphones and click to listen — just wait until you see what’s possible! Here’s a glance at this episode… [00:30] What supernatural forces are at play in IB Physics [01:19] Why you should focus on improving your problem-solving skills in IB Physics [02:00] The two main questions I am asked by IB Physics students all over the world [04:13] My GUARANTEE when using the magic marking grid [04:42] Where to get your own free copy of the magic marking grid [05:11] How to use the magic marking grid to improve your scores in IB Physics questions [12:22] I promise it works BUT, and there is a BUT...

I know I'm old (42 - ancient right?) but I'm also quite geeky. I can while away hours on subreddits and discord servers reading random nonsense. When it comes to nonsense in the IBO subreddits and discord servers - I often can't believe what I'm seeing! There are so many lies flying about about the IB Physics IA. It's like these forums are a breeding ground of misconceptions and the main goal is to make you think that the IB Physics Internal Assessment is a PhD dissertation that is worthy of a Nobel prize! In particular, I've identified 5 lies that are repeatedly told and believed WORLDWIDE! I'll blow apart this nonsense and tell you the truth about the IB Physics IA to make is a much simpler, and even enjoyable, process. Sound good? In this podcast, I'll take 13 minutes of your days to highlight the five biggest misconceptions about the IB Physics IA and I believe I'll relieve you of the stress that accompanies this (honestly straightforward) task. So grab your headphones and click to listen — just wait until you see what’s possible! Here’s a glance at this episode… [00:40] What happened when I met Debbie Harry of Blondie fame [01:40] Lie #1: Do you really need to find a unique research question for your IB Physics IA topic? [03:20] From the words of the examiners mouth.... believe them - not me! [04:15] Lie #2: How do you really get the personal engagement marks? HINT: it's NOT that way you think....! [07:52] Lie #3: You're an HL student - so you need an HL idea - right? [08:50] The topics you should DEFINITELY steer away from - especially if you are an HL student. [10:52] Lie #4: Titles pages, word count and page count [11:59] Lie #5: This is a "WHITE LIE"! Find out why! [15:48] The free book that will solve every problem (not acne though - I can't fix that. I should know I had it for 3 years from the age of 20 to 23...) Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I truly appreciate the time you put into helping IB Physics students succeed!” If you feel that same - I'd really appreciate a review. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast.. Subscribe now! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: https://www.gradepod.com/ultimate-physics-ia-guide  OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS POST: Read the transcript below Download on iTunes

In this episode, Sally shares the secret the success in multiple choice questions after years of analysis of all the past papers.   From Day 1 of IB Physics, it's likely that you will have to tackle multiple choice questions. Let's face it, they are super easy to mark - so they are a firm favourite when setting homework for teachers! The irony is... in a multiple choice questions, the answer is right in front of you! So they should be ridiculously easy. BUT THEY ARE NOT. The other issue is that 20-30% of your FINAL IB Physics grade will be down to your performance in multiple choice questions. So it's important you improve this skill soon. How would it feel to be so good at multiple choice questions that you knew you had 20-30% of your final grade IN. THE. BAG? Sound good? In this podcast, I’ll share a free recommended resources (not GradePod) for practicing multiple choice questions (mapped exactly to IB Physics specification) AND I'll share my easily actionable tips to improving in answering multiple choice questions quickly. So grab your headphones and click to listen — just wait until you see what’s possible! (I'd also recommend grabbing a pen and paper - you are going to want to take notes!) Here’s a glance at this episode… [00:21] How I let the U15A Lacrosse Team down [02:25] Why you need to be good at multiple choice questions [02:57] How 2021 and 2022 IB Physics exams are affected [04:31] Facts about Paper 1 in IB Physics exams  [05:50] Why you will DEFINITELY find 50% of multiple choice questions very difficult.... [07:19] Which topics are most heavily examined in IB Physics paper 1 exams [09:55] The free resource I recommend to practice IB Physics multiple choice questions [11:42]  My actionable tips and tactics to help you improve when practising multiple choice questions  Click here to listen! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts “I truly appreciate the time you put into helping IB Physics students succeed!” If you feel that same - I'd really appreciate a review. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast.. Subscribe now! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: www.gradepod.com/study for the IB Physics Starter Study Kit Below is an example of ratio questions in Paper 1. I actually have a video on YouTube explaining EXACTLY how to complete 'ratio' questions. You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/KrBw7QPyx0c?t=100 EXAMPLE "RATIO" QUESTION Planet X has mass M and radius R. Planet Y has mass 2M and radius 3R. The gravitational field strength at the surface of planet X is g. What is the gravitational field strength at the surface of planet Y? A: (2/9)g B: (2/3)g C: (3/2)g D: (9/2)g OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS POST: Read the transcript below Download on iTunes