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All the latest help and advice from Shani Cipro and the rest of the team behind Shani’s Tutoring!
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English Degrees are Essential – Here’s Why
With the news of some universities dropping English degrees, let me explain why it’s such an important subject for us to support.
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How Book Snobs Ruin Reading
If your child is just discovering their love of books, being a snob could completely kill their passion! Here’s why.
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PGCE Survival Tips You Need to Know
No one said that doing a PGCE was going to be easy. In fact, it’s been one of the hardest years of my life! Here are some tips on surviving.
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Do Writers Think Deeply About the Small Details?
The curtains are actually blue for a good reason! Writers do think deeply about their small details! Here’s why that matters in English class.
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Why is a GCSE in English So Important?
If you’re worried about your exams, you might wonder: “Do I really have to take a GCSE in English?” Here are the facts for you.
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Why Grammar is Such a Powerful Thing to Learn
It doesn’t matter if you’re in Year 7 or 6th Form. Learning grammar will help you to improve your grades massively! Here’s how.
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Folders: Why They’re Better Than Exercise Books
Since I started teaching in schools, there is one thing that I have become strangely passionate about: I hate exercise books. I just don’t think they work for English! Folders are much better for so many reasons. They give you the freedom that you never thought you’d have, keep all your work together and teach you some valuable life skills. If you want to improve your organisation and always know where your work is, I highly recommend that you consider using a folder. Of course, as a student, there is only so much you can do. At the end of…
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How Essay Feedback Can Help You Improve
Essay feedback is one of the best ways to improve your English grades. Here are some of the ways that it helps you to boost your grades.
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Can You Use American English in Your UK Exams?
Can you use American English in your exams? Well, it depends on which exams you’re taking! Here’s a guide to help you.
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Are Tutors Really So Different to Teachers?
A tutor might just seem like a private teacher, but that’s not the case! Here’s what makes the jobs similar and different.
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Should You Take English Language or Literature?
Whether you’re a GCSE or A-Level student, choosing between English Language and Literature can be tough. I’m here to help you!
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How to Get Your Child to Love Reading
There are plenty of great ways that you can encourage your child to love reading. Here are some of my best tips to help you!
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