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A Guide For Learners in London Learning a new language is an exciting journey, but even the most hard-working learners can face challenges along the way. There are advantages and disadvantages of trying to learn a language in a big city like London. Here are some common mistakes learners make when taking language classes in London and how you can correct them: Speaking: Missing the Details of Pronunciation Confusing Similar Sounds: London's st...

Do you struggle with knowing how to tackle a PEA response? Can you find the quotation but then are you unsure what to say about it or explain how it supports your point? Does your English teacher say that your answer lacks depth? Don't worry - help is at hand! Start with the key words or images that catch your attention. The writer is seeking to make an effect on the reader, hence if you have noticed a particular word or technique, they have ac...

If you want to become a piano tutor aiming to provide the best possible lessons for your students, you should know these tips before creating your piano tutor profile. Whether you’re offering “piano lessons near me” or “online tutoring in the UK”, there are key strategies you can implement to improve your teaching and ensure your students succeed. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you become the perfect piano tutor. Try

If you want to learn how to play the piano, there are several things you should consider before starting your lessons. It can be overwhelming to decide on the location, budget and availability, the type of piano to buy, and to find a piano tutor by yourself. If you don't know where to start, we've listed the most important questions about piano lessons to ask before searching for "piano lessons near me". What should I look for when I try to...

Why are they important? Depending on when you use them, they can change the meaning and can affect the tone and politeness of a sentence. Online English tutors can provide targeted guidance to master these subtle but crucial aspects of the language. Let's look at the most common modal verbs: CAN WILL MAY COULD WOULD MIGHT MUST SHOULD OUGHT TO CAN Ability: “ I can speak Spanish”Permission: “You can use my phone to call your mum”Request...

The buzz of beakers and the maze of equations in the field of science and mathematics pique curiosity. Old-fashioned methods of instruction, however, don't always kindle that enthusiasm. We really must reconsider how these subjects are taught here in the UK! Embrace the "Why?": Transform students from memorising to critical and autonomous thought. Leave it to them to figure out the "why" behind the processes and equations. Connect to...

One of the things which most secondary school students like me can relate to is the absolute PAIN that is exams, specifically Mathematics. Whether it's your regular school exams, GCSEs or A-Levels, everyone has experienced the immense stress formed before, during and after the exam period. This stress can be mental and physical, in various forms. Whether it be making dozens upon dozens of cards or notes on maths techniques, testing yourself with...

Did you know that the younger you learn a new language, the better you become in its fluency as you get older?  Our brain structural network is also much stronger if we speak more than one language!  Some recent studies in neurology explore the benefits of speaking more than one language. It actually makes your brain much stronger! Have a look at a piece of writing I did on proficiency -  Another important factor that may affect ...

In the previous part, I was describing how your brain works and the most basic options you have to use your free time to improve your understanding of the Spanish language outside your lessons (this perfectly applies to other languages too). In this part, we’re going to explore other options that might pose a bigger challenge but will definitely give you increased interaction with Spanish, allowing you to improve your skills even faster: 1 - Vi...

Learning Spanish might be challenging at first, but as every single activity you do, it gets easier over time, and even (if you are just a little bit creative) entertaining, and thus the more you use it and enjoy it, the better. If you want to compare it with anything, learning might share similarities with muscles. Picture this: you see this big guy at your gym, and he is huge, he walks to the weights, and now he lifts 100 kilograms, the firs...

Maths is a very unique subject to revise for, as it doesn't involve an abundance of memorisation but requires you to sharpen your problem-solving skills. So how exactly should you prepare for a maths exam?  Creating a revision plan Deciding what to revise and when you will do so is just as vital as revision itself, because there is limited time that you have to spend revising. If you are sitting your GCSEs there will be several other subje...

With exam season quickly creeping up on secondary school students across the UK, both students and parents are already wondering when the all-important results day will be this year. Whether you've been studying for your GCSEs, A Levels, or are in Scotland awaiting your results from the SQA, it's essential to mark these significant dates in your calendar. Let's delve into the results day dates for 2024 and explore some tips on preparation and co...

Problems have been around for as long as humans have been able to think (that's a very long amount of time isn't it?). As problems arose, people tried to solve them. Let's try and use a very simple problem to get us started: I want to cook an egg. Now how can I go about cooking an egg? The first step would be to break it into a smaller set of sub-problems to scope out the problem. Let's list some questions we would need to answer before we can ...

It happens to all of us, racing heart, sweaty palms, shaking hands. It is a natural fight or flight response. It is your body's way of protecting you from danger or a stressful situation. You cannot prevent it from happening, but there are many things you can do to help control it, both before and during the exams. Here are my top 6 tips for you to try to reduce exam stress: 1. Make sure you are fully prepared for the exam. Revise before. I kno...