When guiding learning, it is important that activities are specific to the needs and goals of the learner. Additionally, the context in which the task is learnt should be replicated in the lessons conditions; closed and open tasks should be practiced differently. For example, exam practice should have elements of
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Different perspectives of learner motivation
Motivation affects many aspects of human behaviour and helps to explain why people chose to do certain things. Understanding self-motivation can be challenging, but understanding what motivates others is more complex. Motivation can be defined as a ‘driving force’ to achieve goals, fulfil a need or uphold a value. ‘Needs’,
Foods that boost brain power
If you’re looking to learn how to study more efficiently or improve your mental alertness in order to achieve better grades, you may have tried all kinds of different study techniques. But simply choosing foods that fuel the brain can have a significant effect on your academic performance. Eating certain
Helpful exam tips for your Maths exam.
Here are some top tips for the day of your GCSE Maths exam. Make sure you know where your exam is, when it starts and which one you’re doing. Do you need a calculator, ID, pens, pencils, ruler or protractor? Get it all out and ready to take with
GCSE Changes 2016/17 – What Parents Need To Know
GCSE Changes 2016/17 – What Parents Need To Know Many of you will have questions around the new exam structure, which will affect most students this year taking their English Language , Literature and maths. The information below is a brief breakdown of what to expect. GCSEs will be
An introduction into Pythagoras’ Theorem
Pythagoras’ Theorem Pythagoras was born at Samos, in Greece, and lived from 580 to 500 B.C. He was a Mathematician who became famous for discovering something unique about right-angled triangles. Let’s have a look at what he discovered… So what is Pythagoras’ Theorem? Well, he said that… “For any
GCSE English revision tips
How can you get the most out of your revision time? Here are some tips on how to revise: Create a revision timetable Building a revision timetable can add structure to your revision and help you identify which GCSE English aspects you need to prioritise to improve your grades.
Five ways to revise for a Maths exam
Here are a few ways we recommend: 1: USE YOUR TEXTBOOK Your textbook is full of explanations and worked examples that you can study and use to improve your understanding. It’s a good idea to find a topic you need help with, read through the explanation before analysing the examples