How to Manage Exam Stress
Exam time is the most stressful period of the year – for both students and parents alike! While stress can serve as a source of motivation to help us study better, extreme or chronic stress can impact our mental and […]
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4 Techniques to Remember Better During Revision Time
Every student knows the pain of forgetting important concepts on the night before an exam. While studying hard is important, learning how to study smart is just as crucial. This week, we cover 4 techniques to use in your revision […]
Are digital or physical educational materials better?
In recent years, digital educational materials have become more relevant. This is especially so with the increased use of blended learning. Perhaps your child is already using a mix of both physical and digital resources for their school classes. However, […]
Fostering Critical Thinking in Kids
Every day, we are bombarded with countless decisions to make or issues to be solved. This is where our critical thinking skills kick in, allowing us to come to the most optimal decision or solution. In today’s increasingly complex and […]
How to Give Feedback to Students
What is feedback? Feedback is commonly thought of as teacher comments or advice that accompany class assessments. It can be written or spoken and can be given in an individual or group setting. Giving good feedback is important to help […]
Study Effectively: Pomodoro Technique
Welcome to Part 1 of our Study Effectively series! In this series, we cover tips and tricks to help students find the best revision method to prepare for their upcoming exams. You may have heard of the relatively popular study […]
Creating a Conducive Study Environment
Students spend most of their study time at home after school. Thus, it is crucial to create a conducive environment so that they can concentrate on their work. According to a survey, the student’s study environment can enhance their progress […]
An Interview with Wynn Khoo
Wynn Khoo has been teaching Principles of Accounts for many years, first as a General Education Officer with the Ministry of Education, Singapore, and now as principal tutor at Wynn Education Centre. He has also been featured in local newspapers, […]
Writing a Good Essay
A good essay shows one’s ability to think and communicate well. In Singapore, students are exposed to writing since primary school, where they have to craft compositions for their PSLE. In secondary school, English and General Paper are subjects that […]
Ways to Encourage Creativity
According to Albert Einstein, creativity is intelligence having fun. But what is creativity? It is the use of one’s imagination to create something new and innovative. It is a broad concept and is the foundation for the many groundbreaking creations […]