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How to revise languages and ace your exams
Language GCSEs and A-Levels are some of the moft difficult subjects. Our French tutor Ramani gives her expert tips to get fluent and ace your exams.
How to revise science subjects (and get top grades)
Learn effective revision techniques for science GCSE and A-Level - and watch your grades grow!
CTI: here to help
Our tutor Maria explains why she’s loved tutoring with CTI - and why you should get involved
A guide to tutoring students with Specific Learning Differences or Autism
CTI is committed to providing accessible and quality tutoring to students with SpLDs and autism. Here is a guide to tutors.
Black History Month: five Black Britons they don’t teach you about in school
This Black History Month, we’re telling the stories of five Black British people who are often left out of the textbooks.
State vs private education in the UK: a wider issue than you realise
We all know there’s a gap between state and private schools. But just how impactful is this divide? And how has the pandemic affected it?
Is being a tutor worth it? Six advantages of tutoring
Our tutor Ruksana explains why she’s loved tutoring alongside her studies. She gives her top six reasons you should give tutoring a go
How to make an amazing lesson plan in six easy steps
A great lesson starts with a great lesson plan. Find out how to get the most out of the planning stage and teach inspiring tutoring sessions.
How long should you spend revising?
It might seem you have to spend every last minute revising for exams. Think again - our tutor Hannah explains how to revise effectively whilst keeping your social life and you time.
How to have a great first lesson
With great tutors students make amazing progress and reach top grades. But it all starts with your first lesson - and you NEED to get it right.
How to track your student’s progress
Sometimes it feels your students aren’t making progress through your tutoring. Here’s our guide to make sure you’re on top of tracking your student’s progress.
How to use mock exams to get top grades
Our tutor Hannah shares the KEY technique that got her 3 A*s at A-level - find out how past papers are the best way to get the grades you need
The impact of school closures and the digital divide
CTI was founded to help students affected by school closures. Shutting schools was necessary - but at what cost?
5 advantages of online tutoring
Is online tutoring as effective as face-to-face? And what are the main benefits? One of our tutors give the lowdown on why online tuition is best for both tutors and students.
How to tutor languages like a pro
When it comes to tutoring languages, it can be difficult to know where to begin. As such, it’s important for language tutors to be aware of how best to support students who are juggling so many different tasks at once! Here are Emily Mason’s top tips for language tutors.
8 Sure-Fire Tips for Great Tutoring
Getting started tutoring? Don’t fear - our tutor Jade has 8 essential tips to teach great lessons and tutor effectively!
How to make your tutoring sessions inclusive in 8 steps
How can you make your teaching inclusive? And how can you make sure students feel comfortable during lessons? Languages tutor Zahra lets you know in eight easy steps.
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