New Tutors

We had a large number of new tutors registering over the Christmas holiday season. We are currently processing these applications and checking credentials, referees etc. In addition, each new tutor has to be assigned their own unique secure online meeting room. Please note this process may take a few days.

Almost half of sixth year students take grinds

Almost half of sixth year students take grinds, according to a new ESRI study on education in Ireland http://www.rte.ie/news/2011/0920/esrileavingcertstudy.pdf
Why do we continue to use the term ‘grinds’ in Ireland? The term is not used anywhere else. Ireland was traditionally an agricultural country and ‘grinding stones’ were used to produce flour by hand. This is probably where the term originates. ‘To grind’ in education generally means to ‘instill or teach by persistent repetition” –not exactly a model of 21st century teaching and learning……
We’ll stick with ‘tutorials’!

Exam Revision -Eating the Elephant

Eat the elephant –one bite at a time. Now is the time to start breaking up the long task of revising into smaller bits. Each subject can be broken down into sections and topics. Use these lists to make ‘revision checklists’ for each subject. Use past exam papers to prioritise. Tick off topics you know well/have already revised and topics that require extra attention. Now you will be able to watch your progress over the next few weeks.

skoool.ie Exam Centre

Check out the exam centre study notes, model answers and revision checklists for Junior and Leaving Cert students on skoool.ie. And if you have further questions, we’re here to help 24-7..

Some useful tips on Leaving Cert Spanish

Useful tips on Leaving Cert Spanish Don’t forget native Spanish speakers are online on 24-7tutorials.com if you need last minute help with oral prep.

Leaving Cert orals start 4 April

Need help with oral exams? Expert tutors including native Irish, French, German, Spanish and Italian speakers are online to help you.

Department of Education Guidelines for Leaving Cert Orals 2011

Additional tutors wanted

Work from home if and when you feel like it. You simply logon when you’re available to offer online help. Tutors are paid €10 for each tutorial, maximum 20 minutes. The tutorials take place in secure online meeting rooms where students can talk directly with the tutor, share notes or use chat messaging. There is no video, to protect the privacy of both students and tutors. Online one-to-one tutorials take place in real time. Register to tutor There is no registration fee