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14 Jan 2021, 09:45
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I've used TTP verbal for over a month now and I feel that the verbal course uses language that's unnecessarily complex.
As a non-native speaker, I find it extremely draining to go through dense content. I agree that the GMAT isn't going to simplify things because I am uncomfortable with complex language, but while trying to learn concepts, it would serve well if the content is as simply worded as possible. It will also allow a non-native speaker to not feel defeated by the course. The course is supposed to make learning easier, not pose a challenge.
I know I will get the standard response that TTP generally gives negative feedback - "Those who have used this course have scored 760/770 on the GMAT. So we can guarantee that our course is full-proof."
I'm not refuting that the course is full-proof. I'm merely suggesting that the course could be worded better.
Thanks!
As a non-native speaker, I find it extremely draining to go through dense content. I agree that the GMAT isn't going to simplify things because I am uncomfortable with complex language, but while trying to learn concepts, it would serve well if the content is as simply worded as possible. It will also allow a non-native speaker to not feel defeated by the course. The course is supposed to make learning easier, not pose a challenge.
I know I will get the standard response that TTP generally gives negative feedback - "Those who have used this course have scored 760/770 on the GMAT. So we can guarantee that our course is full-proof."
I'm not refuting that the course is full-proof. I'm merely suggesting that the course could be worded better.
Thanks!
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14 Jan 2021, 11:43
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Do you have an example? It is always helpful to see a bit of an example to judge since everyone's level of "unnecessarily complex" may be different.
I can see it as being a double-edge sword. On one hand you want learning to be easy and fast but on the other hand you want to be able to handle complex GMAT questions ... but I see your point. I would suggest making notes and documenting lessons, rules, strategies for yourself - this is a MUCH more effective learning approach than just passively reading. It will help you cut through the complex text, synthesized the material, and remember it since you would have written it down. There is really no better way to learn and this is one of those cases when you can take lemons and turn them into lemonade.... Take a weakness and turn it into a strength!
I can see it as being a double-edge sword. On one hand you want learning to be easy and fast but on the other hand you want to be able to handle complex GMAT questions ... but I see your point. I would suggest making notes and documenting lessons, rules, strategies for yourself - this is a MUCH more effective learning approach than just passively reading. It will help you cut through the complex text, synthesized the material, and remember it since you would have written it down. There is really no better way to learn and this is one of those cases when you can take lemons and turn them into lemonade.... Take a weakness and turn it into a strength!
21 Jan 2021, 09:37
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Hi bb
I absolutely agree with every point you've made!
I get that everyone's level of "unnecessarily complex" may be different, but the point I was trying to drive across was that the course maybe doesn't cater to a non-native speaker as effectively as it does a native speaker. The way certain concepts are explained are more verbose or structured in a more complicated fashion as compared to course material from other sources (eg: /GMATClub/ e-GMAT/ MGMAT books)
I do make detailed notes, but the amount of time it takes me to get through a chapter on TTP Verbal is almost 3x to 4x more than the time it takes me to cover the same topics on GMATClub or anywhere else. I know
I'm comparing apples to oranges, but I feel that some parts of the course could be worded simply/explained in a dumbed-down way. Again, this is my experience and others may be completely okay with the way the course is structured.
Thank you!
