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The effect of a language learner's age on their ability to learn a new language	21 Oct 11
This article explores whether there is a certain age at which a learner should begin learning a new second language in order that they can best grasp all aspects of the language. How a language teacher can use this information is also looked at.
Bar is raised	26 Aug 11
Students need to become more serious in their study now than before.
Why Study Classics?	24 Aug 11
I wrote this article for Club UK which is a magazine the Guardian produces for the British council, and thought it may be of interest to pupils studying Latin and other classical subjects, especially those thinking of doing a degree in Classics.
Chaging face of education	20 Aug 11
An article which describe about online teaching
Skype: A reak breakthrough	20 Aug 11
Teaching a student Panjabi over video calls on Skype.
How to get pass the 7 plus exams?	28 Jun 11
Learn about how to succeed at the 7 plus exams and set your child on the right track.
The Starting Line- Ready, Set, GO!	06 Nov 10
Investing in a tutor can give your child that initial head start. By doing so, you can offer your child the knowledge and understanding they will need in life. Not only will they be ahead at the starting line, they will also be quicker consistently i
More and More Blue Tutors Are Joining From Around the UK	23 Sep 10
At Blue Tutors this year we’re expanding the areas in which we can effectively offer tuition to UK students.
After-school Tutoring for Students in Blaine	22 Sep 10
An afterschool club: The Blaine Boys & Girls Club, based in Blaine in the US, have begun a scheme offering private tuition...
Tutors in India Tutoring Online in a UK Classroom	20 Sep 10
Yet another online tutoring resource has been launched to help UK school students.
Half of students with Special Educational needs misdiagnosed	17 Sep 10
Half of students deemed to have Special Education Needs are misdiagnosed, the reality being that they simply need better pastoral care.
How Can We Measure a Tutor’s Effectiveness?	16 Sep 10
Something that casts a shadow over the whole tutoring industry is the difficulty in measuring the extent to which private tuition yields genuine results.
Becoming a Private Tutor May Be Easier than You Think	15 Sep 10
In a report on the Mirror’s website, a private tutor explains how he’s recently begun tutoring students in East Yorkshire with great success.
A Short Week Focused on Assessments	14 Sep 10
Pete’s blog 14-9-10: Hello! I’m actually writing this on a Thursday evening, because I’m going to be away from now until Tuesday...
New Tutoring Program for the Indian Institute of Technology	13 Sep 10
It is common for senior students to tutor their junior counterparts in the US, but in India the launch of a new program at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) is hoped to show that it can also be done elsewhere.
What does a dream school look like?	10 Sep 10
The colaition is encouraging communities to set up their own schools - what features would a dream school have?
Is it Unfair to be Tutored?	09 Sep 10
There is a common criticism of private tuition, which is that it increases social inequality.
Another Record Year for GCSE Exams	08 Sep 10
GCSE pass rates, and numbers of A/A*s have risen again this year, for the 23rd year in a row.
Tutor Articles Ready to Go	07 Sep 10
Pete’s blog 7-9-10: Right, so the new tutor articles section I promised last week has been completed...
Rise in A-level Grades, but Tougher Than Ever to Get a University Place	06 Sep 10
The grades achieved by A-level students have risen for the 28th year in a row.
Should we push gifted children?	03 Sep 10
As a 15 year old student is accepted at Cambridge university, we have to ask whether pushing gifted children is the right approach.
Increasing Trend of Private Tuition in the UAE	01 Sep 10
Private tuition is becoming commonplace in the United Arab Emirates, despite it being banned in the country, according to a report on a UAE news website.
The New Articles Section Almost Ready, and Sharp Rise in Tuition Requests	31 Aug 10
Pete’s blog 31-8-10: I have finally skinned WordPress so it looks exactly like the rest of our site...
Examining the Booming Private Tuition Industry During the Recession	30 Aug 10
In a recent article in the New York Times, the state of the private tuition industry was examined.
Rise in GCSE pass rate raises questions over exam quality	27 Aug 10
As the GCSE pass rate rises for the 23rd year in a row, we have to ask whether exams are serving their purpose.
Some Positives and Negatives of Tutoring Modular A-levels and GCSEs	26 Aug 10
There’s been a lot in the news recently about changes to GCSEs and A-levels in England and Wales.
University Places Through Clearing Might Not be an Option for Many Students this Summer	25 Aug 10
A recent survey has suggested that there are likely to be far fewer university places available through clearing this year.
Apologies for a Website Problem, and Requests for Tutors Pouring In	24 Aug 10
Pete’s blog 24-8-10: Firstly, I’d like to apologise if anyone was greeted by an alarming security message...
State Schools Registering for the IGCSE	23 Aug 10
e BBC’s website has recently confirmed that a handful of state schools will offer International GCSEs (IGCSEs) for the coming academic year.
Teaching Shakespeare to Teenagers	20 Aug 10
Shakespeare’s plots are perfect for teenagers - we should be encouraging them to study it rather than marginalising it in the curriculum.
Trouble when Parents Want to Tell a Tutor How to Teach	19 Aug 10
One of the most difficult challenges for a tutor is striking the balance between doing what the tutor thinks is best, and still meeting the demands of the student, or in most cases, the demands of the student’s parents.
Concern about Private Tuition Program in the US	18 Aug 10
Schools in Texas are questioning the effectiveness of the mandatory private tuition that their students receive.
Getting more Focused and Assessing Tutors Going So Well	17 Aug 10
Pete’s blog 17-8-10: I think my blog last week was slightly downbeat and pessimistic...
Competitive Parents in Singapore Seek Tutors at an Early Stage	16 Aug 10
A recent article on Google news has told of the pressure on students in Singapore even before they enter primary school.
Gap years may be the solution for over-crowded universities	13 Aug 10
As universities are turning away record numbers, a gap year can be a good solution
Tutoring Giraffes	12 Aug 10
Weird title? It must appear that way, but hopefully everything will become clear.
New Online Tuition App for Mobile Devices	11 Aug 10
A leading provider of online tutoring, tutor.com, recently launched an app for the Apple store, described as ‘the first of its kind’.
More Assessors Trained, but a few Distractions Elsewhere	10 Aug 10
Pete’s blog 10-8-10: Despite my hopes this time last week, I didn’t get nearly as much done as I had hoped.,,
Government’s A-level Reforms Could Mean a Drop in Students Taking Mathematics	09 Aug 10
Another organisation has recently criticised Michael Gove’s plans to change the A-level system.
Will Gove’s reforms damage widening participation in higher education?	06 Aug 10
Universities are warning that a harder A level will damage access
Preparation is not a Substitute for Tutoring Skill	05 Aug 10
At a recent Blue Tutors assessment there was an applicant who planned a lesson exceptionally well, but was ultimately unsuccessful.
Success for Oklahoma Tutoring Program	04 Aug 10
Tetyana Malysheva moved to the United States with her husband, and quickly realised that talking with native English Speakers was much more difficult than she expected.
Some Time to Work, and a Strange Tutoring Request	03 Aug 10
Pete’s blog 3-8-10: Finally I’m embarking on a week where it looks as though I’ll have some time to do some actual progressive work...
Cambridge University Worried by Government’s A-level Plans	02 Aug 10
Cambridge University’s admissions manager, Geoff Parks, has written to the education secretary, Michael Gove, expressing concerns regarding the recent announcement about A-level reforms.
Private tuition and the real key to university entrance	30 Jul 10
Memorising a revision guide is not enough to get students into top universities - private tutors should aim for deeper understanding.
Asking the Wrong Question: How to Tackle Our Universities’ Funding Problems	29 Jul 10
The debate on tuition fees is currently raging more fiercely than ever...
Cable’s Tuition Fee Reform Rejected by the Conservatives	28 Jul 10
It’s believed that the coalition government will shortly reject Vince Cable’s suggestion to impose a graduate tax, as an alternative to raising university tuition fees.
Back to the Days of Cambridge Tutors	27 Jul 10
Pete’s blog 27-7-10: Hello! It’s just like when we started at the moment, because Harriet’s away for a few days...
School Tutoring Program in Houston Needs More Tutors	26 Jul 10
An organisation in Houston, HISD (Houston Independent School District), has recently launched a program to recruit tutors
Tutoring can help undermine gender stereotypes	23 Jul 10
Tutoring can help undermine negative gender stereotypes at school
How a Tutor Asks the Right Questions	22 Jul 10
Tutoring is about asking questions, but also about asking the right questions.
Bad Teachers Not Necessarily Bad for Students Say Ofsted	21 Jul 10
The chairman of Ofsted, Zenna Atkins, has recently said that bad teachers are not necessarily bad for pupils.
Speaking to Harriet, Tutors and Students, and Something not Related to Tutoring	20 Jul 10
Pete’s blog 20-7-10: It’s been another week of running around doing odd jobs...
Tutoring Program in Winnipeg for Eritrean Students	19 Jul 10
A small tutoring program in Winnipeg has just completed its first year, and is reporting successful results.
Return to Old-Style A levels	16 Jul 10
Tutors breathe a sigh of relief with return to old style A levels
Thoughts on Michael Gove’s A-level Reforms	15 Jul 10
As we reported on earlier in the week, Michael Gove has recently announced A-level reforms which he says are to prepare students better for university, and to encourage the art of “deep thought”.
Bea’s Kids Offer English Tutors for the Hispanic Community	14 Jul 10
A Tutoring scheme in Dallas has recently reported that it offers after school tutoring to over 1,000 students.
Making Us Easier to Find for Tutors and Students	13 Jul 10
Pete’s blog 13-7-10: I spent a lot of last week looking at Google and the way it finds us tutors and students...
Gove Announces A-level Reform	12 Jul 10
The education secretary, Michael Gove, has announced that he wants to reform the current A-level system to better prepare students for university.
The diverse experience of tutoring in London	09 Jul 10
Tutoring in London can be a fascinating experience, providing insights into British families and their attitudes towards education.
When Tuition is Not What Your Student Needs	08 Jul 10
A common question upon reading our teaching guidelines relates to whether lessons should always be taught in that way.
Tutoring Service Makes Use of Facebook	07 Jul 10
A new tutoring service is taking advantage of social networking to match tutors and students.
Me Meeting Tutors, and Working on Adwords	06 Jul 10
Pete’s blog 6-7-10: I’d forgotten how much I enjoy assessing new tutors...
Tuition Fees Could Dramatically Affect University Applications	05 Jul 10
In a recent report by the Sutton Trust it’s estimated that a sharp rise in tuition fees would lead to a dramatic fall in the number of young people applying to university.
Private Tuition for ’Challenging’ Students	02 Jul 10
What is the best way for private tutors to approach challenging students?
Holding the Space – A Tutor’s Greatest Skill	01 Jul 10
The idea of holding the space appears to be such a simple concept, and yet it’s something that so many tutors find it very difficult to do.
Private Tuition on the Rise According to Recent Survey	30 Jun 10
A recent report by the Sutton trust shows that the number of children receiving private tuition is at an all time high.
A Couple of Assessing Tutors Problems	29 Jun 10
Pete’s blog 29-6-10: It’s difficult to know what to write about this week...
Ofsted Report Asks for Better Monitoring of Home Education	28 Jun 10
Ofsted have issued a report highlighting the difficulties involved due to not knowing which children in the UK are home educated.
tutors help students manage stress, rather than contribute to it.	25 Jun 10
Students are under more pressure to perform well than ever before. Can private tuition help reduce stress?
Raising Tuition Fees – Good or Bad for Our Education?	24 Jun 10
There is a political debate at the moment on the subject of university tuition fees, and higher education in general.
The Worrying State of Home Tutoring in Saudi Arabia	23 Jun 10
A recent report on the Arab News website tells of how much a private tutor can make in general, but particularly in the run up to exams.
World Cup Hasn’t Interrupted Website Work, and Tutors’ Photos	22 Jun 10
Pete’s blog 22-6-10: If it appears as though I haven’t done much in the last week...
Weaker Universities Should be Closed According to the CBI	21 Jun 10
The CBI has advised that weaker universities should be cut, so as not to hinder better institutions.
Bridging the Gap Between GCSEs, A-levels and Degree Level Study	17 Jun 10
One of the main problems for students when starting a new qualification is the jump in level.
IGCSEs to Replace the Current GCSE System, and the End of the Diploma	16 Jun 10
The new coalition government has announced that, for the first time, state schools will be allowed to offer the international qualifications IGCSEs
A Little Trouble Finding Tutors Outside of the South East	15 Jun 10
Pete’s blog 15-6-10: It’s felt like a much more productive week...
Tutor Conviction Highlights the Importance of Child Safety Practice	14 Jun 10
A recent court case in South East London has highlighted the dangers of home tuition if not properly monitored.
Why do we have so many Oxbridge tutors?	10 Jun 10
Why did Blue Tutors start by only recruiting tutors from Oxford and Cambridge?
Sir Menzies Campbell Opposes any Increase in University Tuition fees	09 Jun 10
Sir Menzies Campbell has said that he’s likely to vote against any proposed rise in university tuition fees.
Flyered for Tutors, Now to Relax with Normal Work	08 Jun 10
Pete’s blog 8-6-10
The Qualifications and Curriculum Agency to be Scrapped by the New Government	07 Jun 10
The new government has confirmed that they are to scrap the Qualifications and Curriculum Agency, the QCDA.
Sticking to Blue Tutors’ Teaching Guidelines	03 Jun 10
The tutoring guidelines on the Blue Tutors website.
Students Taught to Sing to Remember Their Historical Heritage	02 Jun 10
A National campaign called ‘Sing Up’ has been launched to try and help students (and anyone else!) to learn and remember more about the history of Britain.
Busy Finding More Tutors in Oxford and Cambridge	01 Jun 10
Pete’s blog 1-6-10
The Government Announces Cuts for Tutoring Scheme	31 May 10
The future of the departing Labour Government’s tuition policy is in doubt after the new Tory Lib-Dem coalition government announced spending cuts last week.
Why Are There So Many Examination Boards?	27 May 10
A frequent discussion with people who aren’t very involved in education is: why are there so many examination boards?
Secondary Schools Should Learn Maths Lessons from Primary Schools	26 May 10
Secondary schools throughout the UK can learn from primary schools in Wales about how to develop numeracy skills according to inspection body Estyn.
Recruiting Tutors and Good Luck for the Exams	25 May 10
Pete’s blog 25-5-10
Russell Group Calls for Rise in Tuition Fees	24 May 10
The Russell Group, which represents 20 of the UK’s top universities, has called for an increase in tuition fees for university students.
How Much do Examining Boards Help Tutors?	20 May 10
There are a number of examination boards in the UK, and most tutors will quickly form opinions about each of them.
Successful Peer Tutoring Program Stops due to Funding	19 May 10
A peer tutoring program in the U.S. is set to discontinue due to lack of funding.
A Productive Trip Up North	18 May 10
Pete’s blog 18-5-10
‘Exam Doctor’ Gives Advice to GCSE and A-level Students	17 May 10
In a recent article on the BBC’s website, Mr. George Turnbull gives advice for students currently preparing for their GCSE and A-level exams.
Home-Schooling and the Importance of a Social Education	13 May 10
There are an increasing number of students in the UK who are home-schooled.
Private Tutoring Companies Filling the Gaps in the School System	12 May 10
In the US many private tutoring agencies are cashing in on the budget cuts which are pinching the school system.
Tutors Actually Read My Blog!	11 May 10
Pete’s blog 11-5-10
Private Tutors to Help Foster Children in Atlanta	10 May 10
In Atlanta teachers are being hired to specifically tutor foster Children, according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Preparing a Tutor’s Lessons	06 May 10
Preparing lessons can be a difficult conundrum for a tutor, and the type and amount prepared depends very much on the particular tutor and student.
Private Tuition Helping or Hindering Australian Students?	05 May 10
In a report on the Sydney Morning Herald’s website private tutors are asking for more recognition as part of the school system in light of the increased demand for tuition for the NAPLAN (National Assessment Program literacy and numeracy) tests.
Assessment Nightmare	04 May 10
Pete’s blog 4-5-10
Volcanic Ash Causes Exam Chaos	03 May 10
Exam timetables could be rearranged due to the effect on students and staff as a result of the volcanic ash cloud above the UK recently.
How Young is Too Young to be Tutored?	29 Apr 10
Is private tuition for very young students a good thing or a bad thing?
Oxford and Cambridge Increase Their Numbers of State School Students	28 Apr 10
In a recent report on the BBC website, figures show that the number of state school pupils achieving university places at Oxbridge has increased, but is still below targets.
Testing Our Tutors’ Effectiveness	27 Apr 10
Pete’s blog 27-4-10
New Security Regulations Widely Criticised by Private Tutors	26 Apr 10
The new ISA (Independent Safeguarding Authority) regulations regarding registration for a background check have been criticised in a survey of private tutors.
A Tutor’s Qualities: Stamina	22 Apr 10
This might sound strange. What does tutoring have to do with stamina?
Attack on Tory Plans to Ask Students to Choose Between Vocation and A-levels	21 Apr 10
A proposed plan by the Conservatives to introduce vocational schools for 14 year olds has been attacked by teachers in the UK, the BBC has reported.
An Assessor in Scotland, and Children on Drugs	20 Apr 10
Pete’s blog 20-4-10
One-to-one Tuition Policy Dropped	19 Apr 10
The Government have been forced to temper their commitment to one-to-one tuition in an attempt to push through education before parliament dissolves in preparation for the general election.
An Old or a Young Tutor, Who to Choose?	15 Apr 10
What type of tutor do students prefer?
A-level Students Face a Battle to Reach University	14 Apr 10
This summer A-level students will find it harder than ever to secure a university place.
Logistics, but Worth It	13 Apr 10
Pete’s blog 13-4-10
Teachers Call for a Cut in Class Sizes	12 Apr 10
Teachers across England have said that cutting class sizes in schools should be a top priority for whoever is in government.
Suited to Tutor English? Suited to Tutor Maths?	08 Apr 10
It’s unusual to find a tutor who teaches both English and Maths at higher levels.
College Student Starts GED Tutoring Service	07 Apr 10
A student in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania began a service offering GED (General Education Diploma) tuition, originally to get her Girl Scout Gold Award.
The Easter Tuition Rush	06 Apr 10
Pete’s blog 6-4-10
Varsity Tutors are Finding Gap in US Tuition Market	05 Apr 10
A recent graduate, Charles Cohn, has set up a tuition service in the south east of the US after realising that there was a gap in the market for high quality, tailored tuition.
The Advantages of Individual Lessons	01 Apr 10
Why is it that so many people choose to find a private tutor?
Students in California Tutor Adults	31 Mar 10
A revolutionary program in California has matched teenage tutors with adults to help the adults get their high-school diploma.
Multitasking, Including a Little Coding	30 Mar 10
Pete’s blog 30-3-10
South Korea is Very Reliant on Private Tuition	29 Mar 10
Lee Myung-bak, the president of South Korea, has announced that his government will work to reduce the strain put on households by the need to engage in private tuition.
Do School Teachers Always Make Good Tutors?	25 Mar 10
It’s a very frustrating situation when a parent tells us that they only want a tutor who is currently teaching in a school.
Advice from Canada on Choosing a Tutor	24 Mar 10
In an article on the Metro News website in Canada, an article discusses what parents should look for when choosing the best tutor for their children.
Ongoing Assessments and More Marketing	23 Mar 10
Pete’s blog 23-3-10
Kaplan and CFY Join Forces to Offer Home Tuition	22 Mar 10
Kaplan Tutoring has teamed up with Computers for Youth (CFY) to bring online learning into the homes of students in the United States.
Tutors Should Adjust to Students’ Ways of Working	18 Mar 10
A common thing to hear from an inexperienced tutor is ‘I have a great method for explaining this’ or something similar.
Massive Salaries for Hong Kong Tutors	17 Mar 10
Some tutors in Hong Kong are regarded as vitally important for Education in the country.
I Love it When a Plan Comes Together	16 Mar 10
Pete’s blog 16-3-10
Growing Numbers of Students are Receiving Online Tuition	15 Mar 10
Online tutoring is becoming more common in the UK.
A Tutor’s Qualities: Controlling Enthusiasm	11 Mar 10
This may appear to be a strange quality to discuss; when asked, many people think that enthusiasm is a great quality for any tutor to have.
Grammar Schools to Move Towards a Single Entrance Exam	10 Mar 10
The two groups who organise independent grammar school examinations have agreed to try and change their system so that there is one standard test for every student, the BBC has reported.
Assessment System is Actually Ready!	09 Mar 10
Pete’s blog 9-3-10
Parents Turn to Maths Tutors as School System Fails	08 Mar 10
A recent survey has shockingly revealed that 20% of primary school children in the UK receives help with maths in the form of a private tutor, the Sun has reported.
Battle of the Sexes: Who Makes the Better Tutor?	04 Mar 10
Blue Tutors receives roughly equal applications from prospective male and female tutors, but is there a significant difference in tutoring success between the sexes?
Indian Education Attracts Many Western Students	03 Mar 10
In a report by the BBC it’s claimed that India is beginning to compete with western institutions in the battle to educate western children.
An Interesting Tutoring Experience, and the Build-up to the June Exams	02 Mar 10
Pete’s blog 2-3-10
Free Tuition Service in Newham for Muslims	01 Mar 10
Muslim professionals in East London have set up a tutoring service because they are disappointed with the general standard of education in the UK.
What Are the Popular Tuition Subjects?	25 Feb 10
New tutors are normally curious about what are the most popular subjects to be tutored, and what are the general ages of students receiving tuition.
A Record Number of Students Will Miss Out on University	24 Feb 10
The BBC has reported that Lord Mandelson has announced that there will be a record number of disappointed 18 year olds this summer, when they don’t achieve a university place.
Organisation and Admin, but Assessment System is Finally Ready	23 Feb 10
Pete’s blog 23-2-10
Changes in Curriculum Will Lead to Sacked Teachers	22 Feb 10
The new curriculum in Scotland may lead to a number of teachers being declared incompetent, and sacked, the BBC has reported.
The Importance of a Tutor’s First Impression	18 Feb 10
What are the factors affecting a successful relationship between a tutor and a student?
Survey Suggests That Britain Wants More Grammar Schools	17 Feb 10
The BBC has reported that a recent survey suggests that adults in the UK are in favour of an increased number of grammar schools.
A Difficult Week, but Nothing We Couldn’t Handle	16 Feb 10
Pete’s blog 16-2-10
MPs Call For Better Standards Among New Teachers	15 Feb 10
The Commons education select committee has raised concerns regarding the entry level requirements for teachers in the UK, the BBC has reported.
A Tutor’s Qualities: Reliability	11 Feb 10
Reliability is a more practical quality of tutoring, but is also a vitally important one.
Technology Helps Students to Cheat in Exams	10 Feb 10
The BBC have reported that cheating in exams has increased because of better technology, according to a reported recently published by Ofqual.
Training Assessors, Blue Tutors Brochures, and a Little Tutoring Myself	09 Feb 10
Pete’s blog 9-2-10
Head Teachers to Check Awarded Grades for New Style A-levels	08 Feb 10
There is concern among schools throughout the country after the 2009 AS-level results, the BBC have reported.
Maths Skills in Schools are on the Decline	04 Feb 10
School life is very different now compared to 50 years ago, and I think that many of the changes have been overwhelmingly positive. However, after only a year of tutoring maths in London, I realised that there is a negative change.
Ambidextrous Children Disadvantaged at School	03 Feb 10
A recent study has reported that ambidextrous children are more likely to do badly at school, and suffer from ADHD (Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder) than their right-handed colleagues.
More Training, and New Assessment System Not Quite Ready	02 Feb 10
Pete’s blog 2-2-10
Female Teachers’ ‘Maths-Anxiety’ Affecting Their Female Students	01 Feb 10
Female teachers’ anxiety with maths is creating a feeling of uncertainty among their female students, the Telegraph has reported.
A Tutor’s Qualities: Honesty	28 Jan 10
It may not seem obvious why honesty is a particularly important quality to have, at least no more so than in every walk of life.
70% of Students in Buckinghamshire Have a Private Tutor	27 Jan 10
Parents claim that the only choice for your children, if you want them to attend a good Grammar school, is to arrange a private tutor.
More Training, and Last Ever Day of Old Style Assessments	26 Jan 10
Pete’s blog 26-1-10
Dynamic Lessons Can Improve a Boy’s Ability to Learn	25 Jan 10
Recent research in America suggests that boys learn better when there is movement involved in their lessons.
Tutoring Ethics: Coursework	21 Jan 10
To what extent should a tutor be allowed to help a student with their coursework?
Should Tony Blair Arrange Private Tuition for His Sons?	20 Jan 10
In an article on the BBC website, they debate whether it is ethical for a former Prime Minister to have sought extra help for his sons who attend a state school.
Assessing Tutors and Training Assessors	19 Jan 10
Pete’s blog 19-1-10
Early Intensive Tuition For Autistic Children Can Increase IQ	18 Jan 10
The BBC has reported that intensive early tuition can increase the IQ of autistic children as young as 3, according to a recent study.
about me and my classes	15 Jan 10
Before you email me, here are a few details to help you know me better.
What Qualifies a Tutor to Teach a Particular Subject?	14 Jan 10
Every tutor and student has their own ideas about what someone should or shouldn’t be teaching
Are Young Children in the UK Pushed Too Hard?	13 Jan 10
In a recent report on Google News, Penny Marshall describes how her experience of moving to South Africa for six years with her three daughters, gave her a renewed outlook on education in this country.
Lots of Snow!	12 Jan 10
Pete’s blog 12-1-10
Free Books for English Secondary Schools	11 Jan 10
Secondary Schools in England are to be given more than 53,000 free books, in a scheme run jointly by the Department for Children, Schools and Families and the School Library Association.
Mandarin ’should be available’ for all English pupils	10 Jan 10
Secondary school pupils advised to learn less popular languages - demonstrates not just the academic importance of languages (in a climate where they have become increasingly unpopular), but also the wider economic and social importance of languages.
Shortage hits one-to-one tuition	09 Jan 10
Scheme to provide struggling school pupils with one-to-one tuition by 2011 falls behind, as there is a lack of tutors.
The Difference between Classroom and One-to-one Teaching	07 Jan 10
A lot of new tutors approach their first few lessons by trying to recreate their own favourite teachers.
Swedish Schools to Open in Richmond	06 Jan 10
The private Swedish company Kunskapsskolan is set to open two new schools in south west London.
Back from Christmas, and Ready for a Great New Year	05 Jan 10
Pete’s blog 5-1-10
School in Gloucestershire where the Students don’t sit GCSEs and A-levels	04 Jan 10
The Acorn School in Nailsworth has made the decision to remove the traditional GCSE and A-level examinations from their curriculum, the BBC has reported.
What Type of Students Receive Tuition	31 Dec 09
There is a perception that private tuition is reserved for relatively wealthy people.
Music Tuition an Aid for Students’ Education	30 Dec 09
The EIS (Educational Institute of Scotland) have implored the Scottish government to increase the provision of musical tuition in schools.
I Like Christmas, but it Gets in the Way of Work	29 Dec 09
Pete’s blog 29-12-09
“Life is about storytelling.” Discuss with reference to the writing of Diderot.	28 Dec 09
A section from a recent essay I wrote on the French writer, Diderot. Although the content is interesting in itself, the article demonstrates skills in both linguistic and literary analysis I encourage in my students.
University Funding Cut for 2010-2011	28 Dec 09
Lord Mandelson has announced that government funding for universities in England will be cut by £398m in the forthcoming academic year, the BBC have reported.
Tutoring Students with ‘Dyslexia’	24 Dec 09
How do you tutor a student with dyslexia?
Free School Meals a Guide to GCSE Exam Results?	23 Dec 09
Figures show that there is a trend for students eligible for free school meals to achieve less in their GCSEs.
Assessments and Qualifications	22 Dec 09
Pete’s Blog 22-12-09
Schools and Education a Battleground for the General Election	21 Dec 09
There is no doubt that a major factor in the way many people will vote in May 2010 is the feeling about what the respective parties will promise and deliver once in power.
New A-level Grade to be Awarded next Summer	20 Dec 09
Universities incorporate new top grade into conditional offers.
Ofqual suggests a move towards Computer based Tests for GCSE and A-Levels.	17 Dec 09
Ofqual head highlights the benefits of tests taken on computers.
Explaining Dyslexia	17 Dec 09
An article on what dyslexia is, and dispelling the myths surrounding it.
Record Number of Petitions against the Government’s Plans to Monitor Home-Schooling	16 Dec 09
A record number of petitions will be presented to the government over their plans to begin more strict monitoring of students in the UK who are schooled at home.
Lots of Thinking, but Few Tangible Results	15 Dec 09
Pete’s blog 15-12-09
School Funding should be Aimed at White Working Class	15 Dec 09
New study claims that school funding should focus on white working class pupils
Fall in the Basic Standards of Primary Schools in England	14 Dec 09
The BBC have reported that the most recent results of students in primary schools show that more than 1,400 schools fall below the minimum targets set by the government.
Trepidations about a Tutor’s First Lesson with a Student	10 Dec 09
New tutors are often concerned about what will happen when they first meet a student; who will direct the lesson, how long should be spent on introductions and should they prepare a lesson plan.
Teachers to Receive Specific Training to Identify Support Students with Dyslexia	09 Dec 09
In a recent government report, Sir Jim Rose identified a need to increase the help available for dyslexic students in our country’s primary schools, the BBC has reported.
Working on Assessments, and a Group Training Course	08 Dec 09
Pete’s Blog 8-12-09
Dyslexic Teacher Named Best in the Country	07 Dec 09
A teacher in North Yorkshire has overcome his dyslexia to be named the most outstanding new teacher in the country, the BBC has reported.
Why Do People Become Tutors?	03 Dec 09
There are many reasons that affect someone’s decision to begin tutoring, but it’s become clear that there are certain situations that lend themselves to the role of being a tutor.
The Training and Development Agency Hire Teachers for Private Tuition	02 Dec 09
Since June 2009 the government has been searching for current, ex and retired teachers to tutor students individually throughout the country.
Progress with Teaching Course	01 Dec 09
Pete’s Blog 1-12-09
One in Four of England’s population now in education	01 Dec 09
Latest figures show unprecidented numbers of England’s population are in education
Sharp Increase in Student Visas	30 Nov 09
The BBC has reported that there has been a large increase in the number of people arriving in the UK from the India and Bangladesh on student visas.
Trainee Teacher Targets Exceeded	27 Nov 09
Trainee teacher targets are exceeded for the first time
Tutoring Students Taking Different Examining Boards	26 Nov 09
Dispelling the worries of having students studying different examining boards.
Ofsted Report Claims that Schools are Failing Poorer Students	25 Nov 09
In their annual report, Ofsted have stated that ‘mediocre’ teaching in some schools is failing some students from deprived backgrounds.
Tutors’ Efforts Best Directed Towards Brightest Pupils	24 Nov 09
Tutors efforts are best spent on brightest pupils, one of the country’s leading school heads said this week.
Changing assessments	24 Nov 09
Pete’s blog 24-11-09
Grading of GCSE Science is Too Generous	23 Nov 09
Ofqual have reported that Edexcel and OCR were too generous with the awarding of A-C grades in summer 2009
Home Tutoring Can Help Tackle School Phobia	20 Nov 09
News: School Phobia can be tackled with home tutoring
Sats Test Results to be published with Teacher’s Assessments	19 Nov 09
2010 sees changes in feedback on children’s academic progress. However, the debate over how best to provide the feedback seems to continue.
Difficulties of Tutoring when a Student has Overwhelming Parents	19 Nov 09
What are the problems when a student has ’pushy’ parents, and how can a tutor take positives from it?
Disadvantaged Students to Receive Graduate Mentors	18 Nov 09
Students who may find it difficult to apply to university are being given mentors to tutor them, and give general guidance.
Was it Southern generals or politicians that lost the war for the Confederacy?	14 Nov 09
A new look on the demise of the South in the US Civil War, and where to lay the blame.
Has the special relationship with the United States been more imagined than real since 1945?	14 Nov 09
A short essay on the nature of the post WWII Anglo-American alliance
Has democracy proved compatible with imperialism?	14 Nov 09
A review of the lives of Theodore Roosvelt and Joseph Chamberlain in relation to their seemingly incompatible democratic and imperialist tendencies.
SIR ROGER CASEMENT (THE MAKING OF A TRAITOR)	13 Nov 09
A fresh look at the life and legacy of Sir Roger Casement: Knight of the Realm and yet traitor.
Blue Tutors New Blog Page	14 Oct 09
Our very first blog post!
Sir Terry Leahy Comments on Overly Guided Teaching	14 Oct 09
Tesco’s CEO expresses a shared concern that teachers may not be getting enough autonomy.
The Importance of Writing Tuition Articles	14 Oct 09
Why we think it can really help tutors and students to share their experiences of private tuition, and what we’d like to achieve.

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