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How to make wine at home (you’re welcome)

From sourcing grapes to sipping your final creation, this article chronicles the complex chemistry required to make wine at home.

Wine Academy

How to taste the difference between California Chardonnay and White Burgundy

Journey through the verdant vineyards of Bourgogne (Burgundy) to meet the four main styles of chardonnay and how they compare with a California chardonnay.

Wine Academy

How to buy wine online (and where to shop)

In this guide, we explore all you need to know about buying wine online. Learn how and where to find the best deals with our nifty tips and tricks.

Nursing Academy

How to choose a good NCLEX review course

In this article, we give you tips for choosing a good NCLEX-RN review course, as well as our favorite review courses and study tools for passing the NCLEX.

Nursing Academy

How to do 'Select All That Apply' NCLEX questions

Find out how to answer NCLEX ‘select all that apply’ questions with confidence. Getting these questions correct makes a big difference to the NCLEX pass rate.

Nursing Academy

How to banish your stress with an NCLEX study plan (and other advice)

Brainscape and Justine Buick, the NCLEX Tutor, explore all the ways nurses can reduce their exam stress, including a solid NCLEX study plan.

Wine Academy

How to find and take a WSET Level 1 practice exam

Want to know what to expect on the WSET Level 1 wine exam? We’ve got great advice for you, and a free WSET 1 practice exam!

Wine Academy

What to expect on the WSET Level 1 wine exam

Brainscape and wine expert Brian Mitchell explain what students can expect from the WSET Level 1 wine exam and tips for passing it with distinction!

Wine Academy

How to take a WSET Level 2 practice exam

Do you want to find out what's on the WSET Level 2 wine exam? Here's how how to tackle and crush the exam. Plus, we have a WSET 2 practice exam for you!

Wine Academy

How to get a job in wine with the WSET Level 1 qualification

The WSET Level 1 wine exam is the gateway to a rewarding career in wine and in this article, we’ll explore the job opportunities available to you.

Wine Academy

Wine tasting tips for the WSET Level 3 exam

In this guide, Brainscape and wine expert Sarah Looper give some key tips for preparing for the practical tasting component of the WSET Level 3 in wine.

Wine Academy

5 Questions to ask your sommelier so you can sound smart

Brainscape teamed up with wine expert Sarah Looper to come up with the best questions to ask your sommelier to get the perfect bottle of wine.

Wine Academy

10 Things everyone should know about wine

From the world’s principal grape varietals to basic wine-and-food pairing, this wine guide covers the foundational wine knowledge everyone should have!

Wine Academy

How to get a job as a wine sommelier

Brainscape’s resident wine educator, Sarah Looper, explains what it takes to become a sommelier and how to get a job in this exciting field.

Wine Academy

How to study for the WSET Level 1 exam more efficiently

The ultimate guide on how to study for the WSET Level 1 exam more efficiently, with all the tricks and study hacks you need to pass with distinction.

Teachers Academy

Tools for teachers: ready-made flashcards for students

Calling all educators! If you're looking for ready-made flashcards for your students, then look no further than Brainscape. We're here to help.

Studying Academy

The secret to learning more while studying less: adaptive learning

Become more efficient with your study time: use adaptive learning techniques. These tips will help you learn more while studying less.

Teachers Academy

The learning styles myth: why learning styles may not matter

Do people really learn in different ways? Turns out it's not that simple. Here's the case against the importance of auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning styles.