Dr Kate NicksonJun 11, 20214 minSubject Combinations Matter For STEM A LevelsWhen it comes to making A Level subject choices, particularly for students taking STEM subjects, combinations really matter. All too...
Dr Kate NicksonMay 26, 20213 minThe Importance of Maths in A Level ChemistryI frequently find myself advising prospective students, be it for individual A Level Chemistry tuition or for an A Level Chemistry Group...
Dr Kate NicksonMar 29, 20214 minCreating an inspiring KS3 course for online teachingI sat down yesterday evening with excitement, to begin the process of planning my new KS3 course. This will be a 1-year course for home...
Dr Kate NicksonJan 12, 20213 minFrom Classroom Teacher to International Online Chemistry EducatorIn September 2019 I took a step into the unknown, making a career change from Head of Chemistry, after 11 years in school, to Online...
Dr Kate NicksonSep 18, 20202 minWidening Participation as a Chemistry EducatorA year ago, I apprehensively said goodbye to my career as a classroom teacher and Head of Chemistry to become a Chemistry Tutor. However,...
Dr Kate NicksonAug 14, 20201 minThe Volatility of the 2020 A Level ResultsThe headlines about the volatility of the A Level results say it all. I am delighted for my students who have achieved their aspirations...
Dr Kate NicksonSep 14, 20191 min10 Top Tips for Success in GCSE and A Level ChemistryIt is so important that students work effectively if they are going to put themselves on track for the top grades in Chemistry. Here I...
Dr Kate NicksonAug 16, 20192 minFighting back the tears on A Level Results DayA Level Results Day is the culmination of fourteen years of formal education. For those receiving their results it seems as those their...
Dr Kate NicksonAug 11, 20192 minEffective Learning Strategies: Active LearningWhen my students do not do as well as hoped for in an exam and I ask them how they revised, they often tell me that they read through...
Dr Kate NicksonAug 6, 20192 minEffective Learning Strategies: Spaced LearningStudents often spend a lot of time working, but if their technique is not effective then they could be using their time more productively...
Dr Kate NicksonAug 5, 20191 minBeginning to blog about Chemistry educationI will be adding posts here aimed at parents of GCSE and A Level Chemistry students. I will be using my teaching expertise to give...
Dr Kate NicksonJun 11, 20214 minSubject Combinations Matter For STEM A LevelsWhen it comes to making A Level subject choices, particularly for students taking STEM subjects, combinations really matter. All too...
Dr Kate NicksonMay 26, 20213 minThe Importance of Maths in A Level ChemistryI frequently find myself advising prospective students, be it for individual A Level Chemistry tuition or for an A Level Chemistry Group...