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Is A.I. in Education a Cause for Concern?

Russell Kilgour

2 days ago

Using data from our recent survey of parents, students and tutors, we analyse the attitudes of key stakeholders towards the use of AI in educational settings.

Traditional Learning Vs. Flipped Learning

Leila F

1 week ago

Discover how shifting from traditional teaching to a flipped classroom boosts engagement, strengthens memory, and supports higher-order thinking.

Hit the Right Buttons in Your GCSE English Creative Writing

Murrough M

1 week ago

The key to successful GCSE English creative writing is to understand how to hit the right points in the right way and you will get the marks from the examiner. It's that simple.

How to Effectively Revise for Your GCSEs and A-Levels

Jonathan B

2 weeks ago

Why does nobody ever teach students how to revise? Discover our step-by-step guide on preparing for exams, whether GCSEs or A-levels.

10 Steps to Being More Productive

Louisa F

4 weeks ago

Head of Psychology Louisa lays out 10 basic steps to becoming more productive. Learn how to hack your revision time to efficiently prepare for the upcoming exams!

What are BTEC Qualifications?

Mohammed A

2 months ago

Confused about BTEC qualifications? Learn everything you need to know in our guide, from what BTECs are, to how they can boost your education and career prospects.

What Should I Do After GCSEs?

Nikki S

3 months ago

A useful guide describing the most common options for post-16 education to help parents and Year 9-11 students learn about what options there are for what to do after GCSEs.

7 Ways Extracurricular Clubs Lead to Academic Success

Rachael T

3 months ago

Extracurricular activities are linked to academic success by allowing children to learn diverse practical, cognitive and social skills in their own way as a respite from school.

A Guide to OCR A-Level Computer Science

Hansa P

4 months ago

Struggling with OCR A-Level Computer Science? This blog covers everything from course content and assessments to revision advice and fixing common exam mistakes.

Dos and Don’ts for Studying A-Level Business Studies

Naomi

4 months ago

An interpretation of a recent examiners' report summarised into a list of dos and don'ts for creating an effective study plan for the A-level Business Studies exams.

Using the PACCT Method for Analysing English Literature

Seun

4 months ago

The PACCT Method is a literary analysis structure that tutors and students use to help break down lengthy texts. Use these examples to help apply it to your GCSE English revision.

The Qualities Needed for A-Level Success

Robert A

4 months ago

Robert, an examiner & university mentor for top universities in the UK demystifies the little-known skills that are the secret to success for A-level and university-level studies.

What You Need to Know: The Duke Of Edinburgh Award

Tim C

5 months ago

On the fence about doing DofE? Tutor Tim gives his insight into the benefits, after running the Duke Of Edinburgh Award Scheme at a large boarding school in the Midlands.

Top 10 Unique Study Techniques

Mahsia D

5 months ago

Procrastination, boredom and burnout are all symptoms of repeating the same type of task. Mix up your study methods to keep things fresh and see the best results!

Should Homework be Banned?

Martyn

5 months ago

Should homework be non-compulsory to help with children's home and social lives, as well as mental health and wellbeing? Is it a good idea and what are the main benefits?

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