How Sonia stayed on top of her Year 11 studies with Edrolo

Name: Sonia
State: Victoria
Year 11 subjects: English, Biology, Chemistry, Maths Methods, Religion and Society
Post-high school goal: Optometry/ Bachelor of Science at The University of Melbourne in 2026
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"Edrolo has been a huge part of my learning. I’ll definitely keep using it in Year 12 to prepare for my exams and make sure I stay on top of everything."

Snapshot‍

Sonia, a high-achieving Year 11 student from regional Victoria, was one of the top three users of Edrolo in the state. She used Edrolo extensively to support her studies across multiple subjects, particularly in Biology, Psychology, and Chemistry. Sonia found the platform instrumental in pre-learning, revision, and reinforcing her understanding of complex topics.

What Sonia achieved with Edrolo
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• Developed a strong foundation in subjects like Biology and Psychology through structured video lessons and practice questions.
• Improved her ability to grasp difficult concepts before attending class, making lessons more effective.
• Used Edrolo’s slides and extended response questions to deepen her analytical thinking.
• Maintained motivation and organisation by integrating Edrolo into her study routine.
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"I loved the slides—they were really simple and easy to understand. The presenters explained everything so well, which made it easier for me to learn."

The challenges for Sonia
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• Managing a high workload across multiple subjects, including taking Year 12 Biology in Year 11.
• Finding reliable and engaging resources beyond the materials provided by her teacher.
• Struggling with motivation and burnout at peak times.
• Ensuring she retained knowledge effectively over time.
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"In Year 11, I rushed into things and didn't always absorb everything. This year, I’m trying to stay motivated throughout the whole year and pace myself. This is where Edrolo is super helpful."

How Edrolo helped Sonia

• Pre-learning tool: Watched video lessons before class, allowing Sonia to engage more actively during lessons.
  
  
• Structured revision: Used practice questions and extended responses to reinforce learning.
  
  
• Engaging teacher-presenters: Sonia found the teacher-presenters, like Andrew Douch and Kristy Kendall , particularly engaging due to their enthusiasm and clear explanations.
  
  
• Comparison tool: Cross-referenced Edrolo slides with teacher PowerPoints to ensure comprehensive understanding.
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"Watching videos before class really helped because I already knew the material before we went over it. It made everything click faster."

Sonia’s advice for Year 11 students

• Start using Edrolo early to build a strong foundation.
• Watch video lessons before class to maximise understanding.
• Take time to go through extended response questions—they help you think critically.
• Pace yourself to avoid burnout and stay motivated throughout the year.
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"Don’t be afraid to ask questions and seek extra resources. The more proactive you are, the better your results will be. Use Edrolo actively to prep for lessons and revise what you need to know."
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What's next for Sonia‍

Sonia is preparing for her final year of school and aims to pursue further studies in science. She continues to integrate Edrolo into her study plan to maximise her learning and ensure she achieves her best possible results.

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