In a world driven by technology, children must develop skills beyond memorisation and rote learning. Interactive learning provides children with a holistic and enjoyable approach to education that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity. This is because by actively participating in hands-on activities, children can deepen their understanding of concepts and foster a lifelong […]
Tag Archives: STEM
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Jan
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Every teacher wants a well-managed classroom, but it isn’t always easy. Keeping your students focused and on task can be quite a challenge. Fortunately, some tried, and true strategies can help you create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. Here are 10 tips for effective classroom management that will help you keep control […]
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By Asha Alexander, Principal & CEO at GEMS Legacy School I think, you know, the curricula around the world have to keep changing. It has to keep evolving. We’ve all gotten used to following something that has already been laid out, and as an educator, I’ve constantly been questioning practice. Why are we teaching? Is […]
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One of the most important things we can do to ensure a better future for our planet is to educate the next generation on the importance of sustainable development. Sustainable development goals (SDGs) are an integral part of achieving this, and can be easily incorporated into the classroom. Through the use of interactive activities and […]
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Even though it didn’t go exactly as we planned, we have to admit that our lives have changed drastically after March 2020, with the pandemic of COVID-19. Schools being the first instructions to be shut down with the spread of the pandemic, the educational system was also the first field to show how unprepared we […]
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From the moment they take their first breath, children are inquisitive explorers, absorbing the world around them like sponges. Everyday experiences, from feeling the sun’s warmth to watching raindrops fall, introduce them to the intriguing realm of science. These interactions lay the foundation for their future scientific journey, fostering skills that are essential for understanding […]
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What is Child Development? Child development is a process by which children build their physical development, social and emotional functioning, and cognitive capacity. Starting from the very basics, such as being able to recognize faces or making sounds, children learn how to make sense of their emotions and to struct complex connections in the world. […]
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STEM, and a knowledge of its fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), has shaped and aided the development of the everyday life of humans. The expansion of our knowledge of science has led to a better understanding of the world. Ensuring that children understand basic scientific concepts is vital for the development of their awareness […]
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The term STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is progressively becoming an important fixture in education and the world economy. The reason for this is that the careers of the future will most certainly be centered around STEM fields, while also invoking 21st century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, collaboration and problem-solving. […]
