It’s natural for children to be creative, but they need a supportive environment to keep that spark alight. As a parent, you can help your child to appreciate art and express themselves. Each of us can be creative, and it’s a skill that can be developed. Innovation and originality extend beyond galleries and museums. These…
Teaching your child multiplication is an essential part of growing up. It will help them with a lot of everyday tasks in life, such as banking, cooking, and even taking a bus or getting someplace on time. Math is important, and so is multiplication to help make good choices at the right time on the…
Taking the SAT, GMAT or other tests can be taxing on students, particularly since most academic institutions use these tests to help them make admissions decisions about the applicants. A good score makes an applicant stand out, while a poor score damages the applicant’s chances. In the face of pressure, some students experience examination anxiety,…
Some students spend too much time studying because they did not take the time to learn what was being taught in class the first time. If you follow these four tips, you will learn how to understand each lesson being taught in class so you will not have to put in extra time studying. This…
Heroes inspire. Everyone wants to be associated with ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary feats. Recently, educators have recognized the importance of using heroes to teach children and adolescents various subject matters ranging from values to science. Tony R. Sanchez, Assistant Professor of Social Studies Education at Purdue University recognizes that using role models and heroes…
Struggling to learn something new can be very frustrating. When a child tries and tries to learn something, but he just can’t understand it, the child’s motivation to learn can be affected. An effective way of getting a child the help he needs is a tutor, specifically an online tutor. But, as the saying goes,…
Getting good grades gives you more opportunities. If you’re in high school, good grades can allow you to gain admittance to better colleges and to study more challenging majors. If you’re in college, good grades can open more doors to graduate programs or to a higher salary. Grades matter, so it’s important…
One of the most useful aspects of math is the fact that we use it to organize, control, plan, and spend our money. Math education that focuses on money is an essential component of a well-rounded education. Sadly, many schools barely cover this and instead go for rote problem solving that doesn’t bring the real…