Imogen Ciochon

My lessons are tailored to each student's individual needs and goals. At the start, I will identify areas of strength and weakness so that we can focus our time where it will have the greatest impact. Whether a student needs help understanding difficult topics, improving essay-writing skills, reviewing content, or preparing for exams, lessons are adapted accordingly.

A typical session combines clear explanations of key concepts with active learning through discussion, exam-style questions, and regular knowledge checks. I usually start with a general overview of the topic, asking students to recover the content they already know before we focus on exam questions or further review. I place a strong emphasis on exam technique, helping students understand exactly what examiners are looking for and how to structure high-scoring answers; to do this, I provide and talk through model answers, and then allow students to complete questions independently, providing structured feedback as they go along. Where appropriate, I also provide revision strategies and study techniques that students can use independently between lessons - I have a full set of AQA Psychology flashcards covering the whole specification, as well as previous exam answers.

My lessons will be conducted online using Pencil Spaces, an interactive digital whiteboard that also includes video and audio calling (although students do not have to put their cameras on if they are not comfortable). This allows lessons to feel much more collaborative than a traditional online lesson, as both the student and I can write, draw diagrams, annotate notes, and work through questions together in real time.

My aim is to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and developing a deeper understanding of Psychology while making measurable progress towards their academic goals.