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How To Become An "A" Student in 2022

Whether you were struggling last year or not, becoming an "A" student or maintaining an "A" average is a goal that every student should have. Grades are very important, but even more, so is understanding the concepts. Here are some ways to become an "A" student this school year. Organizational Skills  Being organized is an essential skill to have if you want to be an "A" student. This means you have to become very familiar with to-do lists and planners. Have a folder with sections for each subjec t that you do so that you can easily and effectively file handouts, worksheets, notes and test papers.  Studying : As it relates to studying, create a list with the topics or points that you wish to study based on the time that you have to study. However, be realistic with what you can achieve in each study session. There are also various study techniques that you can make use of!  Homework : When it comes to homework, be sure to create a list of your h

Should your child be using Technology in the Classroom? Here's how you can help.

Technology as we know it refers to the use of our cellphones or computers, access to the internet and the use of Projectors, Smart boards, among other things. Educational Technology according to Robinson and Molenda is "the practice of facilitating learning and improving performance by creating, using and managing ...technological resources."   The Ministry of Education, Schools and even individual teachers view technology as an important tool or resource in enhancing the teaching and learning process. So then, why is the classroom so boring? Well. Preparing a lesson takes time and lots of thought. The truth is, not all teachers are prepared to use that much time or that much thought. As a result, the lessons are repeated year after year and the teachers themselves become bored of the topic. Secondly, Teachers sometimes don't know how to use the technology and are hesitant to experiment in the classroom. They are aware that today's students are technologi

How to help your child with Critical Thinking

Everyone thinks. It is in our nature to do so. We may think at a very basic level, but the point is...we all think.  What then is critical thinking? I remember a student saying it is "emergency thinking". She explained herself by saying that when someone is in a "critical condition" it is an emergency, therefore it is emergency thinking. The truth is, she was practicing critical thinking when she gave that answer but she was not correct. Critical thinking refers to "self-guided, self-disciplined thinking which attempts to reason at the highest level of quality in a fair minded way." Sounds like a mouth full so lets break it down. - Self-guided thinking means an unbiased chain of thought - Self- disciplined thinking refers to a uniformed or step by step though process where no box is left unchecked. This brings about reasoning at the highest level where all options are evaluated and all information is questioned. As parents, we can be a part of t

End Of Year Exam Tips

End of Year Exam Tips So its about that time!   Yes...End of Year Exams which we all dread.  Truth is, they are a necessary evil and we just cannot get rid of it.  The best thing to do is to tackle the exam blues, get prepared and just get it over with. #Facts This post is intended to help you demolish your End of Year Exams like Arya did the Night King in GOT. Here are 5 Tips to help you. 1. Identify your Ideal Study Time Figure out a time when you concentrate best and you will be able to retain the most information. Some persons prefer getting home from school, sleeping then waking up to study while others get right to it. Some wake up early before school and do their studying at that time. It's really up to you. If you are not sure of your ideal time, use this week to try different times to see what works best for you.   2. Prioritize Difficult Subjects when studying According to scientists, your ability to retain information diminishes

How to get Compass Points Right Everytime!!!

  Complete the  16 Point Compass Worksheet  to ensure that you understand. All the best!

Map Symbols

πŸ‘Œ MAP SYMBOLS πŸ‘Œ ⇨  Introductory information on Map symbols can be found in the previous blog post titled   Introduction to Map Reading  as well as  Map Symbols .  ⇨  Following the discussions in class, view the attached Key/Legend and make note of the map symbols.  ⇨  To review the information on Map Symbols and COMPLETE THE QUIZ visit  NatKen Educational Center FREE online Map Symbols Course Review  and start your revision.  ⇨  You can also CREATE YOUR OWN MAP at  National Geographic ⇨  You can watch the video below πŸ‘‡  for more information. Feel free to place a comment below or your answers to let me know you were here. ENJOYπŸ’

How to Detox your brain after the holidays

The term "detox" according to dictionary.com refers to "a process or period of time in which one abstains from or rids the body of toxic or unhealthy substances."  Now relating to education,  you may wonder: Is a brain detox necessary? Is it even possible? The answer is Yes and Yes! Over the holidays school children are allowed to stay up late... like super late; over-eat and eat all sort of crap and literally drown themselves in electronic devices. However as the school term approaches, preparation and counteraction of these holiday effects become necessary if children are to perform at their optimum. Here's how to detox your brain after the holidays. 1. Cut back on sugar As the saying goes "garbage in garbage out" meaning whatever you put in is what you will get out. Excess sugar impairs our cognitive skills which speaks directly to our ability to learn.  Studies on brain activity provides evidence that shows that overeating alt

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