Frequently Asked Questions

Dr Anthony Fok is a highly sought-after Economics tutor in Singapore, recognized by The Sunday Times as one of the top tutors in 2008. He has a proven track record of delivering excellent results, but he believes his success goes beyond imparting Economics knowledge. Dr Fok motivates his students to love the subject, teaches values and life lessons, and acts as a friend and mentor. He bridges the gap between what his students learn in school and what appears in the national exams, taking great satisfaction in helping his students achieve their academic goals.

While most JC students who sign up for tuition are already self-motivated, Dr Fok regularly messages his students to stay in touch with them on a personal level and provide support and encouragement, particularly during examination periods. He listens to his students and offers guidance when needed.

No, Dr Fok specializes in teaching A-level Economics for H1 and H2 students only.

Dr Fok’s schedule is fully booked for group tuition at his branches in Bishan, Bukit Timah, and Tampines, so he does not offer one-on-one tuition. He believes that his detailed lesson plans and interactive group discussions allow students to gain a better and deeper understanding of the subject matter. Unlike other tutors who may lack teaching experience and structured lesson materials, Dr Fok has a proven track record of producing quality results and receiving positive testimonials from former students.

No, Dr Fok only teaches at his branches in Bishan, Bukit Timah, and Tampines.

Dr. Anthony Fok is widely recognized as one of the top Economics tutors in Singapore. In 2008, The Sunday Times named him as one of the five most sought-after tutors in the country. Parents value his ability to produce excellent results, with many making great efforts to enroll their children in his classes. Dr Fok’s teaching philosophy goes beyond simply imparting Economics knowledge; he motivates his students to develop a love for the subject, instills values and life lessons that are valuable beyond graduation, and acts as a friend and mentor to his students. He is dedicated to producing excellent results as long as students work hard with him.

Yes, Dr Anthony Fok is the sole teacher who conducts economics tuition lessons. He ensures that all lessons are delivered live and maintains a high standard of lesson delivery.

In the event that Dr Fok is unable to conduct lessons due to unexpected circumstances such as reservist or sickness, there will be no replacement teacher. The lesson will be cancelled, and a replacement class will be arranged.

Due to limited vacancies, JCEconomics.com is currently unable to offer a trial lesson. However, if students do not find the lessons beneficial, they are free to withdraw from the classes at the end of four lessons.

As popular time slots for JC2 Economics classes usually fill up quickly, interested students may be placed on a waiting list.

Yes, Dr Fok actively encourages students to ask questions during class and will arrange for ad-hoc consultations if required. He also provides his personal mobile number upon registration, so students can text him for help in economics even outside tuition hours.

Every year, JCEconomics.com lists the names of students who have achieved distinctions under Dr Fok’s guidance. He teaches a diverse range of students from different backgrounds, including those from non- branded schools, and is committed to helping them achieve academic excellence.

Yes, all the testimonials listed on the JCEconomics.com website are from Dr Fok’s former economics tuition students.

Dr Fok stresses the importance of comprehensive revision during his tuition classes and does not encourage students to rely solely on predicting exam questions. As an author of ten-year-series answers, he is knowledgeable about past examination questions and can advise students on the frequency of certain types of questions. Dr Fok also keeps up to date with the latest exam trends and updates his notes accordingly. However, he believes that there is no guarantee of what will appear on the exam and that students should not rely on predicting questions alone to achieve success.

Dr Fok does not guarantee distinctions. He believes that academic success is a result of hard work and proper guidance. Dr Fok emphasizes the importance of students putting in effort and working closely with him to achieve their academic goals.

Yes, Dr Fok offers personal marking services for any extra essays that students may wish to write. He provides written feedback to help students improve their work and develop the necessary skills for the A-level Economics exam.

No, the books are not a duplication of the notes provided during Dr Fok’s tuition classes. Instead, they are designed to cater to specific skill sets that students may need to improve on, such as writing evaluation points, drawing diagrams, or scoring well on essays and case studies. Dr Fok encourages students to purchase his books to supplement their learning and address their weaknesses.

Dr. Anthony Fok’s Economics books are a valuable resource for students preparing for the GCE ‘A’ level examination. These books offer comprehensive coverage of various topics and skills required for the exam, including diagram-drawing, evaluation points, essay and case study writing. These books are designed to cater to specific weaknesses or skill sets that students may need to improve on. By purchasing these books, students can enhance their learning and practice exam-style questions, thus preparing them better for the A-level Economics exam.

No, Dr Fok’s notes are not for sale. The delivery of his lessons is unique and effective, and students benefit from his teaching style and direct interaction with him to clarify their doubts or questions. By attending his tuition lessons, students can maximize their learning and improve their understanding of Economics concepts and exam techniques.

The value-added benefits of Dr. Anthony Fok’s tuition lessons can be seen through the testimonials of his former students. His teaching style goes beyond imparting knowledge of Economics to include values and life lessons, motivating students to love the subject, and acting as a mentor and friend. He emphasizes the importance of hard work and proper guidance, and his lessons are structured and interactive, providing students with a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

For students who struggle with case studies or require more exposure to real-world context or examples, Dr. Anthony Fok has crafted special notes that provide evaluation and analysis points required for high marks. His notes also summarize the essential knowledge required to write well, including the Singapore context, developed countries such as the USA and Japan, and developing countries like Vietnam, Brazil, China, and India.

For students who have weak foundations in JC1, Dr. Anthony Fok provides new students with previous lesson materials to help them catch up. JC2 students with weaker foundations may also benefit from joining JC1 classes to catch up on foundational topics. Additionally, during the first lesson, Dr. Anthony Fok will personally guide new students on how to study Economics, providing them with the necessary tools to succeed.

No, Dr Fok doesn’t provide crash courses for JC2 students. Instead, he conducts intensive revision programs in December to help JC1 students catch up on their
foundational knowledge.

Yes, Dr Fok does offer additional classes during the June and December holidays. Interested students can refer to the “Intensive Revision Programme” and “Case Study Workshop” links on his website.

Yes, it is never too late to start attending Dr Fok’s lessons as long as the student is willing to put in the necessary effort. Some students have joined his classes just three months before the A-level exams and still achieved As in Economics. Testimonials from his former students support this claim.

Yes, 1.5 hours of curriculum time per week is enough to cover the syllabus completely. Dr Fok’s students have achieved distinctions with this amount of time. The quality of the lessons is more important than the duration.

Dr Fok’s tuition students come from various colleges in Singapore, and he also teaches private candidates who will take the GCE ‘A’ level exam.

Yes, students who miss their scheduled lesson can attend makeup lessons within the same week by joining other classes. All classes are repeated from Friday to Sunday of the same week.

The actual class size may vary due to students attending makeup lessons. However, Dr Fok’s classes are generally large because he is a highly sought-after economics tutor who delivers quality lessons and engages his students effectively. The class size does not affect the quality of his teaching.