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4 online resources for the 11+ entrance exams

by Emily

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...

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4 online resources for languages tutors

by Emily

If you're considering becoming a languages tutor, check out these 5 online resources for tips and advice:

1) Tips4Jobs.

An interview with Mark Evans, a Spanish languages tutor who now works in a business management school. He shares his advice with people who want to become language tutors.

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How ABA Tutors Can Help Children With Autism

by Cassie Steele

More than 1 in 100 children have autism in the UK, recent statistics from Beyond Autism reveal. Many children with autism work with ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) tutors, who help them develop a wide range of basic skills, including, asking, listening, imitating, and looking, as well as more advan...

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Tutoring Can Give Students The Edge When Applying To Medical And Dental Schools

by Cassidy Welling

Medical and Dental schools analyse admissions test results from a variety of examinations, such as the UCAT, BMAT and GAMSAT, while deciding whether to admit or reject applicants. The test(s) a student must take will vary based on which schools were applied to. What is a common denominator, however,...

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How to handle test anxiety

by Anita Naik

According to 82% of teachers, tests and exams significantly impact pupils' mental health. The stats from the National Education Union also showed that this was down to the pressure on students to perform well academically for themselves and the school. Here's how to handle test anxiety.

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