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Owen Rafferty GCSE Sociology Tutor (Manchester)

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  • Manchester (M20) View on map
  • Last Logged In: 09 Mar 2012
  • Sex: Male
  • Can Travel To: BL OL SK

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Personal Message
I am an enthusiastic young tutor of History and Sociology with a passion for understanding and conveying the processes that make the world we live in. By passing on the key skills of critical thinking, analysis and essay writing, I work with students to enable them to achieve their potential.
Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach History and Sociology, up to A2-level.
Tell me about your qualifications.
I have a Bachelor of Arts in History and Sociology, from the University of Manchester.
What kind of experience do you have?
I have been tutoring since 2009 (music technology).
I also have experience of working with severe learning disabilities, as I spent 2 years working in a care home for autistic adults.
How much do you charge?
20 pounds an hour. Discounts available for group lessons.
Where do you teach?
I teach at student homes. I am willing to travel outside of Manchester by arrangement. Nearby areas to which I will travel include: Bury, Stockport, Bolton and Oldham.
When are you available?
I am available for afternoons, evenings and weekends. Please enquire.
Which ages and levels do you teach?
I mainly teach 13-18 year olds, but can work with all ages.
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
I prepare students for Key Stage 3, GCSE and AS/A2 level History, and AS/A2 level Sociology.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes I can produce a copy of my up-to-date CRB on demand.
Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
Tutoring online will involve the use of emails and Skype software for webcam-based lessons. The pupil will need access to a computer with Skype and a microphone for this.
Do you have a personal message for students?
Never be afraid to ask questions - it is the sign of a curious mind, not an ignorant one!

My Articles

Understanding History Thematically

It is a common habit among students of GCSE and A-level history to think of history in a linear fashion. i.e. that event A led to situation B, with the consequence C. Answers to test questions can be a perfectly adequate recounting of the events in the order that they happened. However, in order to obtain an A grade, it is not enough to produce...

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