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Nicklas Bara
Oct 15, 2024
2025 MCAT Test Dates - The Ultimate Guide
Introduction If you're looking to apply to medical school, you'll need to take the MCAT first. But when should you take the MCAT? When...


Nicklas Bara
Sep 22, 2024
5 Common Study Mistakes That Hurt Your Grades
School may have come natural to you, or it may not have. You may be realizing that the study strategies you've used for years just aren't...


Nicklas Bara
Sep 16, 2024
The Pareto Principle: Boosting Grades With 80/20 Studying
The Pareto Principle , also known as the 80/20 rule, suggests that 80% of your outcomes come from 20% of your efforts, and has been...


Nicklas Bara
Sep 14, 2024
The Benefits of Active Learning in School
Key Points: Active learning engages students more deeply than passive methods. It fosters problem-solving and critical thinking skills....


Nicklas Bara
Sep 8, 2024
How to Balance MCAT Studying With Your Classes
Balancing an MCAT study schedule with a regular school schedule can be overwhelming, trust us, we've been there. The demands of...


Nicklas Bara
Aug 30, 2024
Ace the SAT: A Self-Studying Guide
Key Points Preparing for the SAT is a journey that requires careful planning, strategic studying, and the right resources. At Nucleus...


Nicklas Bara
Aug 23, 2024
What's the Best Study Music?
When it comes to studying, the environment can play a significant role in how effectively students retain information. One of the most...


Nicklas Bara
Aug 19, 2024
How To Study with ADHD
As expert tutors, we understand the unique challenges that students with ADHD face in their academic journeys, as we've tutored with many...


Nicklas Bara
Aug 18, 2024
Improving Your Child's Grades: A Guide for Parents
As a professional tutor, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse range of students, each with their own unique learning style,...


Nicklas Bara
Aug 15, 2024
The Feynman Technique: Studying Made Easy
In the world of education, studying can often feel like an uphill battle for many students. The complexities of various subjects, coupled...


Nicklas Bara
Aug 10, 2024
Blurting: The Ultimate Study Trick
Blurting is a study method that has helped an incredible amount of students remember, revise, and succeed in academics, even before it...


Nicklas Bara
Aug 3, 2024
6 Reasons to Hire a Professional Tutor
As students grow and learn, the need for additional academic support becomes greater. During the past decade private tutoring has...


Nicklas Bara
Jun 26, 2024
7 Ways to Control Your Test Anxiety
Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest taken between two deep breaths -Etty Hillesum It's test day, you studied...


Nicklas Bara
Jun 23, 2024
Summer Learning Loss: The Benefits of a Summer Tutor
It's summer, it's fun and time to relax! Relaxation is well deserved and shouldn't be neglected, however it can also cause development of...


Nicklas Bara
Jun 17, 2024
The Ultimate (Printable) College Move-In Checklist
Moving off to College soon? That's so Exciting! Make sure you or your child feels ready for the big move-in with this handy packing...


Nicklas Bara
Mar 7, 2024
Crafting Effective Notetaking Skills for Academic Success
Introduction: Effective notetaking is a fundamental skill that can significantly impact your learning journey in the dynamic landscape of...


Nicklas Bara
Mar 2, 2024
Roadmap(s) to Success: The Art of Academic Goal Setting
Embarking on a journey toward academic success requires more than just attending classes and completing assignments. It demands a clear...


Nicklas Bara
Feb 15, 2024
Learning Plateaus: What are they? How do you break past them?
As tutors, we often encounter students who hit a learning plateau—a phase where progress seems to stall and the enthusiasm for learning...


Nicklas Bara
Dec 20, 2023
5 Effective Studying Techniques to Boost Your Grades During Finals Week
Hey! I'm Nick, Owner of Nucleus Tutoring. I've got over a decade of experience from all corners of Michigan. I've helped students succeed...

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