The Sherpa Blog
STEM, Education and Online Tutoring News from the Sherpa Team.
How to WOW Your GCSE Poetry Examiner in 5 Steps
Lauren M
4 months ago
English Examiner Lauren gives her tips for English Literature GCSE Paper 2: Modern texts and Poetry. She provides a formula for success so you can WOW the examiner with your answer.
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How Your Choices Can Help Fight Climate Change
Stephanie
4 months ago
As we celebrate Earth Day, we explore ways you can help fight climate change using small changes to your lifestyle that make a huge impact on the environment.
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Enhancing Business Studies Education
Shrawankumar R
5 months ago
Dr Roongta has a doctorate in business studies. He is passionate about the need for Case Methods, Interactivity, and Conceptual Clarity to enhance Business Studies education.
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10 Tips For Your AQA Geography GCSE Exam
Peter R
5 months ago
An Examiner shares his advice on the AQA GCSE Geography exam covering assessment objectives, paper formats and some essential skills that you need to master to get top marks!
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Tips for Revising During Ramadan
Sheik A
5 months ago
As the holy month begins, tutor Sheik breaks down his tips for revising during Ramadan using his experience in teaching and helping students achieve their potential.
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5 Tips For Planning and Producing a Successful EPQ Project
Yasmina D
6 months ago
EPQ develops your abilities beyond the A-level syllabus and prepares you for university and future career. Follow these tips to ensure success in your next project!
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Writing a Great Essay in Six Simple Steps
Gabriella T
6 months ago
A step-by-step guide written by a qualified teacher on how to write an essay for GCSE English literature exams. Use this as a template for essay writing analytical essays during revision.
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How To Revise English Language
Raziah
7 months ago
Stuck on how to revise for your GCSE English Language exams? This guide is full of targeted advice and work examples to help you practice your GCSE English writing and analytical skills.
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The Positive Side To Failing
Alice D
7 months ago
Fear of failure is holding you back. Every successful person in the world has tasted defeat, it's how you react and learn from mistakes that lights the path to improvement!
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How To Ace GCSE English Language Paper 1: Question 5
Gerard A
7 months ago
Qualified teacher Gerard walks you through how to impress examiners and get full marks in GCSE English Language Paper 1 Question 5 where you need to describe a picture.
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The Psychological Benefits Of Studying STEM
Mira M
8 months ago
Should you study sciences? This blog by a medical student explains all the lesser-known benefits of studying STEM subjects and how they can shape the way you see the world.
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My First Year Tutoring Language Online
Stuart D
8 months ago
A review of a very experienced online tutor's first year teaching English, German, Italian and French online and how it has reignited his passion for teaching beyond his expectations.
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Navigating the Transition from GCSE to A-level Mathematics
Hamilton B
9 months ago
Discover the real-world applications of A-level maths used in science and groundbreaking discoveries as we decipher just what is different between GCSE and A-level content.
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Dealing with Burnout
Russell Kilgour
9 months ago
Learn to identify signs of mental health changes and explore proactive strategies to maintain balance. Prioritise your well-being ahead of any deadlines to avoid academic burnout.
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Examiner Tips For OCR A Level Chemistry Paper 2
Dr Emma C-S
10 months ago
Dive deep into synthesis and analytical techniques with OCR Examiner Emma, as she navigates common pitfalls, highlights must-know topics, and provides a full marks analysis question.
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