If you're finding it hard to revise, you are not alone. Over half of all students find revision a problem, from lack of motivation to procrastination, worry and lack of knowledge on how to revise. If that's you, we can help. Here's how to solve four of the major revision problems.
If you have no mo...Read more ›Good note-taking skills have many benefits for students, from improving active listening to comprehension and retention. Yet, many students only record around a third of important lessons and lecture notes.
This is because note-taking is a tricky method. Not only do you have to listen, but then you...
Read more ›Many students make the same mistakes when studying, whether it's not managing their time well, not taking breaks, or only playing to their strengths. Here's how to avoid the top 10 mistakes and improve your exam performance.
Not actively engaging your brain as you studyYou may be studying, revi...
Read more ›Possibly the biggest event in the independent schools' calendar, the 11+ is the most common entrance exam around. Most children take around four entrance exams, with successful candidates invited for an interview before (hopefully) being offered a place. Here's First Tutors' pick of the best resourc...
Read more ›Active studying is a learning technique that encourages students to engage with the material being studied rather than simply reading it and re-reading it. Studies show that, as opposed to passive methods, this type of learning helps with memory retention and encourages a deeper understanding of the...
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