Ruby Davies

GCSE and A Level English Literature tutoring to get your skills sharp for your exam!

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Ruby Davies

Bachelors degree

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Your english tutor - Ruby

How is Lady Macbeth presented as evil? How is Scrooge presented as lonely? How does the poet portray nature? I’m here to unlock your literary potential and get you the exam results you want! Through analytical, literature-based teaching we will focus on key themes, concepts and content to embellish your test answers and get them to the standard you’re looking for! I achieved grade 8 in my English Literature GCSE, and grade A at A-Level. I am now working towards my Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and History! I have loved English Literature from a young age, studying it for over 17 years and engaging with a varitety of literary forms and concepts that I can’t wait to introduce you to! I’m happy to be a part of your journey through English Literature, meaning even if you aren’t sitting an exam soon I’m more than happy to help you to develop your understanding of English Literature and can’t wait to get started!

English tutor specialities

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Test prep strategies

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Writing assistance

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Homework help

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English classes quick guide

I focus on GCSE and A Level students of any age, but will work with students of any age who are interested in the critical reading of English Literature I focus on analytical, literature-based learning allowing you to focus on key themes, concepts and content to embellish your test answers and get them to the standard you’re looking for! My approach includes interactive discussions, close reading and analytical excercises as well as structured essay feedback and assistance on homework, coursework etc. I endeavour to foster a love for English Literature in my students that will allow them to think critically in all areas of their life, not just academically or in an exam situation. I am a firm believer that everyone should be reading, and I aim to encourage an analytical perspective and appreciation of English Literature through a holistic and personalised method of teaching.

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Parents appreciate extra help with homework and test prep.

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Focused on speaking practice

85% of students improve their conversational skills quickly.

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English concepts taught by Ruby

Student learned about 23 hours ago

The student and tutor worked on guitar chord transitions, strumming, and fingerpicking techniques, introducing concepts like seventh chords and barre chords. They practiced specific chord progressions and strumming patterns for a song, with the tutor providing feedback on the student's progress and suggesting further practice.

Guitar Chord Transitions and Technique

Metronome Use and Timing

Fingerpicking vs. Strumming

Seventh Chords: The E7 Example

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Student learned 1 day ago

The student and tutor focused on guitar techniques, starting with finger warm-ups and addressing challenges with chord clarity, specifically the C chord. They then introduced and practiced fundamental guitar tab techniques such as hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides. The student was assigned practice on these techniques and a specific musical piece for the following week.

Guitar Tablature (Tab) Basics

Guitar Hand and Finger Placement

Guitar Fretting Techniques: Hammer-ons and Pull-offs

Guitar Fretting Technique: Slides

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Student learned 1 day ago

The Tutor introduced and practiced guitar techniques such as hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides, building upon the Student's ability to read tablature. They worked on applying these techniques within a song structure, "Here Comes the Sun," and the Tutor provided tablature for further practice.

Reading Guitar Tabs

Reading Chord Diagrams vs. Single Notes in Tabs

Slide Technique

Pull-Off Technique

Hammer-On Technique

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Student learned 4 days ago

The Student learned about using a cappo and seventh chords on the guitar. The Student began to learn the intro to a song using fingerpicking. The Tutor recommended continuing to practice the intro and listening to the song.

Capo Usage for Key Transposition

Sliding on guitar

Picking Technique and Finger Placement

Reading Guitar Tabs (Tablature)

Ultimate Guitar App for Chord and Tab Access

Seventh Chords Introduction

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Student learned 4 days ago

The Student learned how to tune their guitar and read chord charts. They practiced playing E minor, G, C, and D chords, then applied these chords to play the song "Zombie." The Student was assigned to practice moving between chords faster before the next lesson.

C Major Chord

D Major Chord

G Major Chord

E minor Chord

Chord Diagrams

Guitar Tuning Basics

Guitar Tabs (Tablature)

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Student learned 6 days ago

The Student practiced chord transitions, strumming patterns, and finger independence exercises on the guitar with guidance from the Tutor. They worked specifically on the C chord and its correct finger placement to avoid muting strings. The homework is to practice the chord changes and the finger independence exercises covered in the session.

Proper Hand and Finger Positioning

Strumming Patterns

Addressing 'Buzzing' Sounds

Finger Independence Exercises

Chord Transitions

Using a Metronome

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