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The following 51 comments and questions have been sent in. They are listed according to date.
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- What is parpasof reading?
- Want tips in teaching science to students
- Wants some project ideas
- Teaching slower students from villages
- Wants to improve skills in science
- What are ways of learning?
- Interested in writing school speeches
- Wants to regain learning power
- Strategies for teaching students at different skill levels
- How can you teach students who don't understand?
What is parpasof reading?
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July 28, 2010
what is tha parpasof reading
Ranjith lal.V - India
20137
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I'm sorry, but we have no information on that type of reading. I you sure you spelled that correctly?
Want tips in teaching science to students
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July 18, 2010
Respected sir: as a science teacher want to tips for my teaching basic on sixth, seventh and eight standard
Thanking you.
kamala - India
20090
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It is good to be very clear in what you explain to the students about science. You cannot assume that they have learned the material correctly in previous classes.
One good way in teaching the students, as well as to get them interested, is to look at every day applications of the various science concepts. For example, in chemistry you can look at how simple materials are combined to in cooking or in making things. Hands on demonstrations are very effective in teaching the students. But of course, they require some initial preparation by the teacher.
Students are anxious to learn get them to ask questions and to even discuss the answers among themselves.
I hope these ideas help. Best wishes in teaching your science classes.
Wants some project ideas
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June 28, 2010
any project ideas in the field of electronic and communication?
joseph - India
19984
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What type of project are you considering? Is this for a science fair? Is it for students to study?
The definition of the objective of a project should be very clear. You need to state the audience or reason for the project, before you can state an idea for one.
Teaching slower students from villages
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June 11, 2010
Greetings
I have been teaching to comparatively not brilliant students. Most of them belong to villages and even some of them are not taught English at primary level. But when they get admission in our school, we face difficulty to do better with them.
What can be done or How can I help them out in this condition?
Naveed - Pakistan
19882
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Although their parents are sending them to your school, it is still possible that they are not getting encouragement for a better education from their family or friends. Home environment is something that must be considered.
If a student becomes excited and enthusiastic about learning, he will be motivated to work harder. Even a student who has not been taught the basics will put out an extra effort if he sees promise for him. Sometimes a slow student can excel, if he finds a special talent or becomes enthusiastic about what he is studying.
Education of such students should be more practical and something that could be applied back in the village. Practical examples and exercises can increase interest.
It is good for the teacher to give encouragement to students who do not have as good a background, when they show improvement.
Many boys from villages need physical activity, along with the studies. Some lessons can be outdoors. For example, mathematics can be taught by measuring structures outside the school.
You have a great challenge to taught these students. However, there is even greater satisfaction in seeing them learn and gain knowledge.
Best wishes in teaching your students.
Wants to improve skills in science
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April 21, 2010
Hi my name is Amy Priman and I am a current student at Bundamba State Secondary College. I am an A and B student and would like to improve my skills at science.I am in year eight and and if you have any suggestions in anyway that could help me could you please end me some.
Amy - Australia
19570
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You can use our Physics, Astronomy and Chemistry lessons to help you improve your skills in the sciences.
Best wishes for continued success in your studies.
What are ways of learning?
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April 4, 2010
Ways of learning
J - Jamaica
19500
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There are many ways to learn. You can gain knowledge by reading and studying, observing others in action, talking to people and learning from your own experiences.
Interested in writing school speeches
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October 22, 2009
Am interested in writing school speeches... More info?
Michael - South Africa
18553
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See http://www.school-for-champions.com/grades.htm#Special
and especially our computer aid for writing a short speech at:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/grades/autospeech.htm
Wants to regain learning power
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May 24, 2009
Hello
I'm a student at university I suffer from the lowering of my level in education, how can I excell and develop my power? the educational year comes to end and I will fail if I don't work hard, but I feel that I must redouble to improve my formation this year, but what my parent would say my teacher all people ... I have often a good marks.
So please try to give me some advice to reappear my power, Thank you and have a nice day !
Miko - Morocco
17793
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Evaluate your activities to see if you have been doing anything different or extra compared to when you received good grades. Often a student will become involved in activities that take away from schoolwork.
But also, school gets more difficult as you move to higher levels. You need to have good study habits to make sure you keep up and excel. It takes more discipline in taking notes and in preparing for tests.
See our lessons on Getting Good Grades at:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/grades.htm to get some ideas of how to improve. Also see the Answers from Students for information.
Best wishes in gaining your power again.
Strategies for teaching students at different skill levels
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January 9, 2009
I'm doing a project about "how does the age or ability of the student influence the selection of a teaching strategy?"
if you are responsible to teach the same content to 3 different classes ranging from remedial to accelerate.How would your teaching methods differ?
please i would like some information about this subject, looking forward for your reply.
rida - Lebanon
17080
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It is very difficult for a teacher to adapt to having one or two students in a class who are at a different level than the others. But if there are separate classes with all students at the same level, then different strategies can be used.
For a class of students who are younger or not as skilled, the teacher should emphasize communication and guidance to make sure the students understand the material. Activities need to be planned to get the students involved, as well as to monitor their progress.
If the class consists of superior students, the teacher can accelerate the pace, allow for less oversight and suggest extra projects to stimulate the minds of the students, as well as not to let them get bored.
A standard level class would be an average of the two strategies, perhaps what is the school standard.
In all situations, interaction and student participation should be encouraged. A teacher who only lectures does not hold interest, no matter what the level.
How can you teach students who don't understand?
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November 18, 2008
what kind of teaching methodology is useful for the students if we teach in detail then some students won't understand. give me your suggestion how to plan activities
thanking you
lokesh - India
16818
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Teacher should never assume that their students had learned certain material in previous classes. It is always good to start teaching a class with an overview of the basics, as well as definitions of terms you will use. In this way, everyone is starting at the same point, and you can also tell which students may have trouble understanding things.
It is good to encourage students to take notes in class. This not only helps them remember, but they can also note which things they do not understand that need further study. Encourage feedback and allow students that don't understand to get another explanation. Of course, there are students who do not have the capabilities and two may slow down the class. They may need special attention outside of class, perhaps teaming with another student who can help to explain things.
I hope these ideas help. Best wishes in teaching her students.
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