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The Power of Marginal Gains: Boosting GCSE and A-Level Performance

SSZ Briefings · 13th January 2024

The concept of marginal gains, which revolutionised the world of sports, particularly in cycling, has profound implications for educational strategies. Originally popularised by Sir Dave Brailsford, the performance director of British Cycling, the marginal gains philosophy focuses on the cumulative […]

What are basic study skills?

News & Press · 27th December 2023

Imagine stepping into the world of academia as a fledgling superhero, armed with the essential skills that will pave your way to success. Basic study skills are your foundational powers, enabling you to tackle challenges, absorb knowledge, and excel in […]

What are five basic study skills?

SSZ Briefings · 19th September 2021

In accordance with an article written by Winston Sieck, learning is a continuous journey, and developing strong study skills is crucial for achieving success in both academic and professional environments. His article published on Global Cognition, outlines five study techniques […]

Growth Mindset – Common Misunderstandings

SSZ Briefings · 25th January 2018

Unravelling Growth Mindset: Dispelling Common Misconceptions In recent years, the concept of a growth mindset, popularized by Stanford Professor Carol Dweck, has captured the attention of people worldwide. Yet, amidst its rising prominence, misunderstandings have emerged, prompting Eduardo BriceƱo, CEO […]

‘Habits of Mind’

SSZ Briefings · 4th November 2017

Cultivating Habits of Mind: A Pathway to Lifelong Learning In the realm of education, the aphorism “Habit is a cable; we weave a thread of it each day, and at last we cannot break it” by Horace Mann aptly encapsulates […]

‘Repetition and Learning’

SSZ Briefings · 3rd November 2017

Unveiling the Power of Repetition in Music: A Gateway to Active Learning Unravelling the Mystery of Catchy Tunes Ever found yourself humming a tune incessantly, unable to shake it off? Chances are, you’ve fallen under the spell of musical repetition. […]