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Alright, let's delve deeper into the realm of solid-state physics to explore the fascinating differences between iron and steel and their impact on our everyday experiences.In the intricate realm of solid-state physics, the narrative between iron and steel extends beyond atomic structures and into the very essence of material behavior. Picture a group of atoms, each orchestrating the unique properties of the material they collectively form. Iron...

Are you a student taking private maths lessons, are you a private maths tutor? Whichever applies to you, this blog should be of great help to you.  Mathematics requires a lot of practical exercises and problem solving to help students assimilate and internalise the concepts studied in class. Below we've shared a list of complementary materials for maths classes for students of all ages and levels. More and more online tutors are offering m...

Easy songs to learn on the guitar as a beginner If you´re a beginner at the guitar, perhaps you´re already taking guitar lessons with a private tutor but want to venture out and learn some easy songs that you can use to practise. Before learning these songs, there are some steps you should have already practised. We´ve compiled a list of the skills you should have learned as a beginner, as well as some of the easiest songs you can learn on ...

As a tutor for English as a foreign language, I know that learning a new language can be a daunting task. To make it fun and inviting, I like to turn the process into a melodious adventure. For English language learners, incorporating song lyrics into the language learning toolkit has proven to be a fun and effective way to enhance confidence and understanding. In this blog post, I'll explain the benefits of using song lyrics as a learning tool...

A music tutor can work in many different places and in many different ways. That is why more and more people are becoming interested in working as music tutors. The variety of opportunities for music teachers is immense - they can teach music in public schools, in private schools, in conservatories, or with private tuition. You can also teach various instruments or choose to specialise in one instrument. But before you can teach music, you will...

It goes without saying that music education in UK schools leaves much to be desired. The majority of young people only receive mandatory music lessons up until KS3 in secondary school, and abandon it altogether if they don't choose to pursue GCSE or A-Level music. School music classes often include the study of classical music and the basics of musical instruments such as the recorder or keyboard, which hardly arouses the interest of young peopl...

The basic ingredients needed to become a maths tutor are a passion for numbers and a desire to work in a sector where you can help others achieve their academic goals. Private lessons as a maths tutor As you can imagine, in becoming a maths tutor, as well as a vocation, you will need to train, specialise and meet a number of requirements. Below you will find out what you need to study and what steps you need to take to start teaching as a ...

Maths is often seen as the nemesis of many primary and secondary school students, who are forced to take private lessons and maths tuition. This complex, yet fascinating subject 'haunts' students until the end of secondary school, after which many get rid of it altogether by pursuing studies in humanities or taking their first steps into the world of work. But why is maths so dreaded? After all, we need maths for everyday life. Just think about...

Teaching is known to be a passion and can be sucessful only when it grows into pursuit for shaping the future of our younger generation. Amongst a crowd where people teach to only earn money, I strive to be a biology tutor to not only to earn, but also for a soulful satisfaction in my contribution for the upcoming generation. During my days as a medical student, I often use to teach the juniors eager to learn upon on request. My presentati...

Embarking on the journey to tutor Spanish is a thrilling endeavor, and with the advent of the digital age, learners are fortunate to have an array of online tools that can significantly amplify the language acquisition process. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the best online tools and effective teaching approaches, catering to diverse learning styles and ensuring a holistic and engaging Spanish language-learning experience f...

The IELTS (International  English Language Testing System) from Cambridge English Assessment, is the most recognised English qualification in the world. Having a Band score 6.5 or above will allow you to enter some of the UK's best universities like Cambridge, Oxford, Kings College, UCL and others and set you on the path to a new life in any English-speaking country. It is also used to allow you emigrate to other English speaking countries ...

Nowadays, companies require their employees to be fluent in several languages, especially in English. We are increasingly faced with a professional world dominated by English. So if you are about to face a job interview in English, remember that you will need to perfect your English vocabulary to show that you are qualified for the job. One way you can achieve this is by attending private English classes. If you are looking for English vocabula...

As a tutor for maths, I often find that KS1 and KS2 maths students struggle with understanding fractions, so I´ve created this simple guide that allows you to increase your understanding of the world of fractions. What are fractions? Imagine you have an object, perhaps a circle. The fraction 3/5 means that you if you split the circle into 5 equal pieces, you would have 3 of them. It helps to draw it out - lets use D's as the pieces.  There...

Most of the time in my private English classes I would notice students' motivations very low, and when probed their answers mostly translated to something like this, 'What is the point learning all this grammar, I will never be able to be able to speak the way native English language speakers do’.  Are you spending hours in the classroom trying to grasp the grammar techniques? trying to speak as the teacher? or copy the students who a...