Welcome to the 61st edition of our Newsletter EdGenie's 📜 Sunday Scroll...

Every Sunday I send out actionable tips, tricks and real-world application insights from my 15 year experience coaching students to achieve As and A*s in their Economics A Levels via EdGenie.

Hey Genies

I’ve been receiving some worrying messages on EdGenie lately. 😨

We had a record-breaking few weeks of students enrolling with us these past few weeks, and some of their reasons for joining are honestly a bit scary. 😬

Let me explain.

Two students basically said:

"My teacher marked me down for not including an introduction and evaluation in an AQA 15-mark explain question. I thought you don’t need evaluation in 15 markers." 🤔

He’s absolutely right.

AQA 15-markers don’t require evaluation. Yet, he was penalised because his teacher expected it. This is a classic case of misguided exam technique. ❌
Another student told me:

"Emre, my teacher keeps giving me 20+/25 on essays, or close to full marks on everything I hand in. But I’m pretty sure I’m not at that level. Can you mark my work?" 😟

I did.

Turns out, she was right to be concerned. One paper scored a C, and an essay came in at 14/25. The school hadn’t produced many A/A* students either. 📉

Again, incorrect feedback led her to think she was doing better than she was.

And just this past week, I received this message:
"I’m predicted an A*, but I don’t actually know if I’m on an A* level or not. Last year, only two students got an A*, so I’m worried I’m being graded too highly for the work I’m putting in." 🤯

After working with him, it became clear that he wasn’t performing at A* level—his depth of understanding, analysis and evaluation wasn’t there yet. But no one had told him.

So, what’s the takeaway here?

The feedback you’re receiving might not always give you the full picture.

It’s not about your teachers being wrong, but sometimes the guidance you need for those top A or A* grades can slip through the cracks. 🧠

That’s why it’s so important to truly understand your current level and know exactly what you need to work on to reach your potential. 🌟

It’s all about getting that clarity, so you’re confidently aiming for the top! 💪🔍

And if you’re unsure, I’m here to help. 👊
Emre 🧞‍♂️

Global Debt to Surpass $100tn: Global public debt is projected to surpass $100tn by the end of 2024, raising concerns over stabilising borrowing across major economies.

📈 Post-Pandemic Debt Surge: Government debt, spurred by the Covid-19 pandemic, continues to rise, with the US and China driving the surge through increased spending.

💰 Debt Approaching 100% of Global GDP: By the end of the decade, debt is expected to approach 100% of global GDP, as current plans to stabilise borrowing are deemed inadequate by the IMF.

🌍 Countries with Rising Debt: Countries like the UK, Brazil, France, Italy, and South Africa are projected to see continued debt increases.

🛑 IMF's Call for Immediate Action: The IMF warns that delaying action will require larger fiscal adjustments, calling for spending cuts or tax increases of 3-4.5% of GDP.

📉 Opportunity for Fiscal Reforms: With inflation cooling, the IMF urges governments to act now by implementing carefully designed fiscal policies that protect growth and vulnerable households.

🌿 Future Fiscal Pressures: Spending on the transition to green energy, ageing populations, and security are expected to add further fiscal pressures in the coming years.
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Q.Why has global public debt risen sharply since the Covid-19 pandemic?
​A. Government spending surged to support economies during the pandemic, increasing borrowing to fund stimulus packages, while revenue generation dropped, leading to a rapid rise in public debt levels.

Q.What does the term "debt-to-GDP ratio" signify in evaluating a country’s fiscal health?​
A. The debt-to-GDP ratio compares a country's debt to its GDP, indicating how much debt a country has relative to its economic output, helping assess the country’s ability to repay debt.

Q. How can monetary policy easing impact government debt levels?
​A. Easing monetary policy (lower interest rates) reduces the cost of borrowing, making it easier for governments to service their debt and possibly refinance at lower rates, which can reduce fiscal pressure.
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​Q. To what extent can tax increases and spending cuts help in stabilising global public debt?
A. Tax increases can boost government revenues, while spending cuts can lower deficits, but both measures could also dampen economic growth and increase unemployment, which could weaken fiscal recovery.

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