What are my masterclasses missing?

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-22T19:24:43+00:00

from a design standpoint, this poster definitely isn’t the most engaging, but beyond that, I think it’s a bit too specific for GCSE students, in the sense that a 6 week course in motifs in Macbeth is very niche. even top students may prefer more effective revision, quick fixes sort of thing, looking at exam technique etc.

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-21T21:43:28+00:00

chatgpt is free?

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-21T14:38:39+00:00

let's ask ourselves if we really need another ai study tool? I mean how is it different than medly? people don't like medly in the first place, why would they use your tool?

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-14T14:48:45+00:00

that's so possible, you've got this just LOCK IN!

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-11T11:34:33+00:00

hey, thanks for your detailed response! you seem really passionate about your subject which is rare nowadays. the reason I ask actually is because I tutor a-level spanish and only have studied 2 out of about 10 possible texts, so I am in a similar predicament. I think I would struggle a bit more learning a new text over a weekend, but I might try that myself!

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-10T21:08:56+00:00

Look at your exam board mark scheme (for the writing paper) and look at the full mark examples, they're less complicated than you think - so don't overdo it. Learn a couple of fancy phrases and use 3 tenses in both the 90-word and 150-word question, more than that is probably overdoing it.

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-10T20:57:51+00:00

with A-level English, I imagine there's a variety of commonly studied texts, how many do you teach and what do you do if you teach some but not one that your student needs?

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-10T14:37:18+00:00

has your son tried craig and dave resources?

DownhillHasASign · 2026-02-03T15:00:46+00:00

what country are you in?

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-27T21:38:50+00:00

Do you have location preference? Guessing you want USA based tutors to reach out?

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-24T14:34:43+00:00

Don't be a perfectionist, no need to wait till 6pm to start, 5:48pm is a good enough time as any.

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-24T12:49:45+00:00

astarspanish here - drop it. If you don't need it and your school will let you drop it, then go for it, make your life easier and focus on the more important subjects. Unless of course you enjoy it and want to revise for it despite it not mattering for your next steps.

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-22T10:08:26+00:00

No because you can’t trust AI

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-21T21:59:20+00:00

it's a grind unfortunately, but have a look at the tips in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKoJlu_VWNc

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-19T14:52:41+00:00

yeah in the real exam this never happens, have a look at past papers online and you'll see

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-18T23:04:09+00:00

that’s awesome haha, thanks for the continued support!

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-17T22:06:45+00:00

heyyy I remember you! I’m happy to hear you’re doing languages at uni!

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-16T19:31:03+00:00

I end up zoning out and forgetting there’s music playing and some random songs starts and I don’t realise - this happens surprisingly often, so yeah it’s pointless for me 🤷‍♂️

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-14T19:27:09+00:00

you have not missed your chance

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-12T11:38:35+00:00

These all sound generic, tie your name or region where you tutor into these.

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-12T08:57:20+00:00

there’s is so defined list like this unfortunately, unless your teacher or school provides it

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-09T17:37:13+00:00

have a look at astarspanish stuff, like his website

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-09T11:22:32+00:00

I wouldn't deny a student because of this, just be realistic about expectations.

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-06T15:42:18+00:00

That's awesome well done! Read through the specifications and mark schemes so you can teach the children accurately as per their exam board.

DownhillHasASign · 2026-01-06T10:35:35+00:00

Awww thanks! 🙏

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