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Modern Technology Hindering Child Development
A new study by a children’s charity has concluded that overuse of electronic screens and baby equipment such as pens and pushchairs could be harming development.
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My Difficult Rote-Learning Confession
Pete's blog 24-3-14: I had an interesting conversation with a friend last week who was asking about becoming a tutor with us...
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How To Start Tutoring
These days, as the industry has expanded, parents have come to expect a lot more from the tutors they hire, and it is essential that tutors are well prepared and equipped to enter the world of private tuition.
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UK Falls Behind in International University League Tables
This year’s world university reputation table has been released and shows that US universities dominate the international academic field.
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How Tutors Can Help with Mental Health
A recent study has shown that mental health problems are on the rise in the UK, particularly amongst students. Those examining the trend have cited increased work-loads, pressure to achieve top grades, and financial pressure as key sources of anxiety for students.
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Reducing Tutor Articles and Helping Students
Pete's blog 17-3-14: I met with Harriet last week to discuss one of the changes that I’ve been working on for a while...
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Can Being a Pushy Parent Ever be a Good Thing?
When we think of pushy parents, we think of parents who hire tutors to children before they have started school, harass and abuse teachers and pressure their children to achieve top grades in every subject. However, I would like to suggest that there is an alternative mode of pushy parenting which would be far more positive.
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Schools Minister Blasts Parents for not Being Pushy Enough
Schools minister David Laws has told parliament that pushy parents are role models for society. Complaining that parents have low aspirations, Laws told a parliamentary committee that ‘sharp-elbowed parents’ are displaying desirable behavior that should be emulated by other parents.
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Playing the Game
For private tutors these issues in the education system present a unique challenge. If grades can change, markers inaccurate, exams retaken or taken with a different exam board for a markedly different result, how are we to convince our students of the value of the exams they are working so hard for?
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