With World Book Day fast approaching, it's worth knowing that children today read less frequently than any previous generation and enjoy reading less than young people did in the past. According to research from the National Literacy Trist, only a quarter of under-18s spend time reading daily. Along...
Read more ›It's human nature to seek out information that corresponds with our beliefs, so listening to alternative and new points of view allows you to think critically about what you believe. Podcasts are a brilliant way to do this as they expose you to the theories and beliefs of thought leaders in every fi...
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...
Read more ›We all know that revision, past papers and putting in the time will help improve your grades, but here are five tactics outside of studying that will help make you a better student.
Have conversations with people who disagree with youThere's real value in conversing with people you disagree wit...
Read more ›Sometimes even with the best-laid plans, things go wrong. If your mock grades have come in lower than expected, here's what you need to do.
Don't let panic get the better of youIt's easy to panic when your mock results come in, and your grades are lower than expected. There are several things...
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