The Sherpa Blog

STEM, Education and Online Tutoring News from the Sherpa Team.

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10 Simple Ways to Boost Grades in 30 Days
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James Gurnett

1 year ago

Get an unexpected result in your latest exam? Check out some of our tips to get back on track in 30 days.
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GCSE Maths You Will Use Everyday As An Adult
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Russell Kilgour

2 years ago

What will you actually use maths for later in life? Read this Interesting blog on the real world benefits of studying Maths at GCSE. Your future career and life will be improved by working ha
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How to Study During the Half Term Break | Kickstart Guide
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

Is this a catch-up week or are you planning to do work every day of break? It's important to relax - but also keep up the habit of learning!
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Music whilst studying? The good, the bad and the ukulele
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

We all have our own different methods of studying and revising. Some people work with music in the background, from lo-fi beats and jazz to rap.
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What is the equation for Photosynthesis?
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, algae, bacteria and photosynthetic protists produce chemical energy (ATP) from light.
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7 Reasons Why Mock Exams are Super-Important
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

Mocks linger in this strange ethereal realm between importance and neglect in a student's mind. But over the last few years, the importance of mock exams has grown significantly.
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The Best Resources To Boost Your GCSE Grades
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

Struggling to find the best resources to help you out with your studies? Look no further, let us guide you through the best of the best in online study support.
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10 of the Best Educational Podcasts and Audiobooks
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

The bandwidth of human knowledge has increased tenfold since the invention of television. You can absorb knowledge with any combination of educational audio content available online.
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5 Influential Extracurricular Activities to Help with Student-Life Balance
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

Every student has a different personality and set of traits that will help them excel in particular areas. The importance of nurturing each individual to blossom into the best and most comfor
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7 Most Important Benefits of Tuition
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James Gurnett

2 years ago

Whilst school has its positives; carefully curated, structured and engaging one-to-one tuition help students understand their shortcomings in an open and honest way.
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What to Expect on GCSE Results Day
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Russell Kilgour

2 years ago

It's natural to feel nervous for GCSE Results Day. Did their hard work pay off? What if your mark isn't as expected? Try not to worry. It's a big step on your journey, but not the only one!
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Which Subjects Should I Pick at A-level?
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Russell Kilgour

2 years ago

There is a lot to think about when deciding upon your A-level subjects. These choices will possibly influence what you end up studying at uni and for some readers, your career after that!
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Online Safety for Parents and Children
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Sebastian Owen

3 years ago

‘Screen time’ is always a constant worry around parents - especially when it's online. Parents & children can use these tips to draw their own plans for achieving online safety.
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GCSE Chemistry - Crude Oil and Hydrocarbons: What is Crude Oil and How Do We Use It?
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Sebastian Owen

3 years ago

What is crude oil? What is it used for? How do you break crude oil into multiple fractions? These are all questions that spring to mind when exploring fractional distillation and combustion.
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What subject should I pick for A-levels? By a current AS student
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Sebastian Owen

3 years ago

The important part of picking a subject is thinking about what you enjoy. Remember, you’ll be stuck with it for two years!
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