# Shani's Tutoring

> Creating Great Minds


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- [18 Ways to Do Excellent AO5 for A-level English Literature](https://shanistutoring.com/how-to-do-ao5-for-a-level-english-literature/): Good AO5 can elevate your A-level English Literature essays from a B to an A*! Here's what it is and the different ways to do it.
- [10 Reasons Why Your A-level English Essays Are Stuck on a B](https://shanistutoring.com/10-reasons-why-your-a-level-english-essays-are-stuck-on-a-b/): Do you work really hard, but get stuck on a B in your A-level English essays? Here's why and what you can do about it.
- [How to Develop Your Own Writing Style](https://shanistutoring.com/how-to-develop-your-own-writing-style/): Every writer should have their own unique writing style. It helps to make your work unique! So, here's how you can do that.
- [12 Uni Mistakes I Want to Avoid This Time](https://shanistutoring.com/12-uni-mistakes-i-want-to-avoid-this-time/): The first time I went to uni, I made some mistakes that I'd rather not repeat. Here's what they were and what I'm going to do to avoid them!
- [Why I'm Going to Uni Again](https://shanistutoring.com/why-im-going-to-uni-again/): This year, I decided it was time for me to go back to uni to get my Master's Degree in English. Here are all my reasons why.
- [What to Do if You Fail GCSE English](https://shanistutoring.com/what-to-do-if-you-fail-gcse-english/): Failing the English GCSE is a source of stress for a lot of students. If that happens to you, don't stress! Use this guide to help you.
- [Why Are Tutors So Expensive?](https://shanistutoring.com/why-are-tutors-so-expensive/): If you've ever wondered why tutors are so expensive, you're not alone. Here are the reasons why they cost so much!
- [Why I Don't Tutor At Students' Homes](https://shanistutoring.com/why-i-dont-tutor-at-students-homes/): Lots of parents wonder why I don't tutor students at their homes. Here are some of the biggest reasons why this doesn't work for me.
- [How to Revise at the Last Minute](https://shanistutoring.com/how-to-revise-at-the-last-minute/): Are you trying to revise at the last minute? Stressed that you left it way too late? Well, here are some tips to help you start the right way.
- [How to Write Quickly in Exam Conditions](https://shanistutoring.com/how-to-write-quickly-in-exam-conditions/): Writing in exam conditions can feel like such a struggle. So let me explain how you can speed up and get everything you need down!
- [How to Take Notes Properly When Studying](https://shanistutoring.com/how-to-take-notes-properly-when-studying/): One of the things students are rarely taught in school is how they should take effective notes. There is an art to it! Read on to find out.
- [Why You Should Take Notes When You Study](https://shanistutoring.com/why-you-should-take-notes-when-you-study/): You probably  know that note taking is an important part of your learning process. Do you know why it matters so much, though? Let me explain.
- [Why You Can't Remember What You Revised](https://shanistutoring.com/why-you-cant-remember-what-you-revised/): If you feel like you can't remember anything from your revision, you're not alone! Here's why that happens and what to do about it.
- [Which Subjects are Compulsory at GCSE?](https://shanistutoring.com/which-subjects-are-compulsory-at-gcse/): There is a lot of confusing information about which GCSE subjects are compulsory for students. Here's a breakdown of what you have to take.
- [Why Compulsory Maths Won't Work for Post-16](https://shanistutoring.com/why-compulsory-maths-wont-work-for-post-16/): Rishi Sunak has announced that he wants to make maths compulsory for students after 16 years old. Here's why that won't work.
- [Why Are Teachers Striking in 2023?](https://shanistutoring.com/why-are-teachers-striking-in-2023/): Teachers in England and Wales are going to be striking from 1st February. Here's an explanation of why and how this has happened.
- [Which School Subjects Fight Fake News?](https://shanistutoring.com/which-school-subjects-fight-fake-news/): There is so much fake news online. It's actually dangerous! The good news is that school subjects can help to fight against it. Here's how.
- [Why is Diversity Important in English Literature?](https://shanistutoring.com/why-is-diversity-important-in-english-literature/): Diversity in literature is an important right that can help you in so many ways. Let me explain how it will make the world better.
- [Where to Find AQA Language Paper 1 Practice](https://shanistutoring.com/where-to-find-aqa-language-paper-1-practice/): If you've run out of Language Paper 1 practice on the AQA website, there are plenty of other places you can look! Here's where to start.
- [Why is Revision So Hard?](https://shanistutoring.com/why-is-revision-so-hard/): If you find revision super hard, you're not alone! It's not your fault! Here's why you're struggling and what you can do about it.
- [Why the Flipped Classroom is Great for English](https://shanistutoring.com/why-the-flipped-classroom-is-great-for-english/): The flipped classroom is such a useful tool for learning English! In fact, I use it in my online courses! Here's why.
- [What Jobs Can an English Degree Get You?](https://shanistutoring.com/what-jobs-can-an-english-degree-get-you/): With an English degree, there are so many jobs available to you! Many employers are on the hunt for your skills. Here are some options.
- [7 Mistakes to Fix to Improve Your English GCSEs](https://shanistutoring.com/7-mistakes-to-fix-to-improve-your-english-gcses/): When you're in an exam, a small mistake can cost a lot! Read this post to make sure you're never shocked by your final grades.
- [Blogging for English: A Guide to Better Grades](https://shanistutoring.com/blogging-for-english-a-guide-to-better-grades/): Blogging is a powerful tool for taking notes and studying English. Here's how you can use it to boost your grades!
- [English Degrees are Essential – Here's Why](https://shanistutoring.com/english-degrees-are-essential-heres-why/): With the news of some universities dropping English degrees, let me explain why it's such an important subject for us to support.
- [How Book Snobs Ruin Reading](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [PGCE Survival Tips You Need to Know](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [Do Writers Think Deeply About the Small Details?](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [Why is a GCSE in English So Important?](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [Why Grammar is Such a Powerful Thing to Learn](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [Folders: Why They're Better Than Exercise Books](https://shanistutoring.com/folders-why-theyre-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 the […]
- [How Essay Feedback Can Help You Improve](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [Can You Use American English in Your UK Exams?](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [Are Tutors Really So Different to Teachers?](https://shanistutoring.com/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.
- [Should You Take English Language or Literature?](https://shanistutoring.com/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!
- [How to Get Your Child to Love Reading](https://shanistutoring.com/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!
- [6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Reading Comprehension](https://shanistutoring.com/6-easy-ways-to-improve-your-reading-comprehension/): Reading comprehension is the most important skill for you to master in English language and literature. Here's how you can help yourself.
- [Why You Should Never Use Essay Writing Services](https://shanistutoring.com/why-you-should-never-use-essay-writing-services/): So, you're considering using an essay writing service, huh? I don't blame you! But is it worth it? Here's why you should avoid them.
- [Summer Studies: How to Make the Most of Your Time Off](https://shanistutoring.com/summer-studies-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-time-off/): Summer is a great time to catch up with your studies on your own terms. Here are some great ways to make the most of your holidays!
- [How to Find Out if Your Child Needs a Tutor](https://shanistutoring.com/how-to-find-out-if-your-child-needs-a-tutor/): For parents, it can be hard to decide if your child needs a tutor. It can help more children than you think! So here's how you can find out.
- [Dyslexia and English Class: Ways to Support Your Child](https://shanistutoring.com/dyslexia-and-english-class-ways-to-support-your-child/): If your child has dyslexia, there are many things that you can do to help them succeed in English class. Here are some great ideas!
- [Fake News: How to Protect Young Minds From Lies](https://shanistutoring.com/fake-news-how-to-protect-young-minds-from-lies/): Fake news is dangerous. It can affect the way that we think and treat people. So, here's how to protect our young people from the lies!
- [What Resources Can You Use For Homeschooling?](https://shanistutoring.com/what-resources-can-you-use-for-homeschooling/): This new lockdown's got us homeschooling again. But there are loads of fun things you can do! Here are some great resources to help you.
- [Wikipedia: Can You Use it For Your Essays?](https://shanistutoring.com/wikipedia-can-you-use-it-for-your-essays/): Most teachers tell you that you can't use Wikipedia in your essays, right? Well, they're only half right. Here's the correct way to use it!

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