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The following 45 comments and questions have been sent in. They are listed according to date.
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- 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 the concept of a good school?
- Interested in teaching virtues and morals
- Always forget what I just read
- Other children act poorly toward my son
- Comparing two theories of education
- Wants to improve grades
Interested in writing school speeches
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October 22, 2009
Am interested in writing school speeches... More info?
Michael - South Africa
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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
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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
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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
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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.
What is the concept of a good school?
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April 28, 2008
Dear sir,
As i am a trainee teacher over here in Bhutan and i am wanted to know the concept of a good school. In other words, what and how is the good school is. so, if you could help me to cope up with this, i would grateful.
tashi - Bhutan
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Most good schools have a purpose or mission statement similar to: "Our mission is to provide education to our students, so that they will be able to become valuable members of society and good citizens."
As a teacher, you want your students to learn and understand the subject matters that you are teaching. Your goal is that most of them will get top grades. It is worthwhile to also teach the students good study habits in order to assure they get good grades.
Some students do not learn as fast as others. Some students may also need extra motivation to do their best. We try to tell the students to seek to become champions in school.
If your students all do well and learn what they should, you have done a good job. Do not give up on the slow students. Sometimes with some inspiration, a student that does not seem so smart can sparkle and be a leader.
Best wishes in becoming a champion teacher. It is gratifying to help the students learn.
Interested in teaching virtues and morals
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April 14, 2008
I am interested in teaching lessons from my home on virtues, morals, etiquette, etc, for children. Do you have any suggestions. Thank you!
- USA
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Such lessons would be of interest to parents, especially for preschool children. Once children are in school, it is difficult to have them go to additional classes unless they are on weekends or through a church Sunday School. But even then, parents may be interested.
You can look through the material in our Character section for ideas: http://www.school-for-champions.com/character.htm
We will be publishing a book on The Power of Positive Character in about a month.
You can also see the Character Counts website at: http://charactercounts.org/ They sell some material on teaching character in schools. Also see: http://www.goodcharacter.com/
Just as some people put around ads that they tutor in math or other subject, you can also advertise that you tutor in character and moral issues.
I hope this gives you some ideas. Best wishes in your efforts, and let us know how things turn out. This follows our philosophy of championing a worthy cause and doing good in this world.
Always forget what I just read
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January 8, 2008
GOOD DAY,
PLEASE I NEED A LITTLE HELP IN TERMS OF MY LIFE FOR EXAMPLE I ALWAYS READ BUT ANYTIME I READ I ALWAYS USE TO FORGET WHAT I READ. PLEASE RENDER ME AN ASSISTANCE OR SOME WORD OR THINGS TO DO.
JESSE - Nigeria
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After you read something, it is good to act on it, so that it will become ingrained in your memory. One thing you can do is to write down some notes about what you read. That can help to remember the material.
Another thing you can do is to think to yourself, "How can I use or apply that information?" If you see a use for it, you should remember it.
Some people like to tell others about what they read. Expressing what you read can reinforce your memory. Just planning to tell someone can also help you remember what you read.
I hope these ideas help you gain a better memory on your reading.
Other children act poorly toward my son
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November 22, 2007
How will i let my child to have more patience and understanding to those who are not behaving good to him? Especially his adviser who has a short understanding of his case? And he is also a product of a broken marriage at the same time? I'm really disappointed to his adviser for being considerate when in fact she should not be like that?
Linda - Philippines
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It is unfortunate that some advisers or counselors of children are not very understanding. Often, it is almost better not to depend on advisers to do much help.
Sometimes children are bullied or ridiculed by other children. It would be good for you to find out how the other children are acting toward your son, in order to get a better understanding of the problem.
You can tell your son that the reason others treat him poorly is because they don't feel good about themselves and want to build themselves up by picking on others. But also, your son needs to learn to defend himself. Having patience and understanding may be a sign of weakness to others and result in even more problems.
It would be good if your ex-husband was aware of the problems your son is having. Often a masculine influence can help. But often it is not possible in a broken marriage.
One thing to do is to find something that your son is good at and encourage him to pursue it. This will help him build his self-esteem and confidence. When he feels good about himself, he will walk taller, which will affect how others act toward him.
Above all, give him plenty of love.
I hope these ideas help in getting others to act better toward your son.
Comparing two theories of education
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October 18, 2007
I have the problem of comparing the two theories of education bieng idealism and realism,why are the used in education,thier aims ,strategy of each philosophy. I think my problem is going to be solved via help.
Thulo - Lesotho
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Idealism is based on the view that reality is a world within a person's mind. Schools exist to sharpen the mind and intellectual processes.
Realism is based on the view that reality is what we observe. Students are taught factual information.
Most schools use a mixture of these theories.
Wants to improve grades
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September 22, 2007
hello.
my name is emily, and on my progress report, i got a D. how do i not do that?
Emily - USA
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Take a look at our section on getting better grades at:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/grades.htm
I am sure you will get ideas on how to improve your grades from those lessons.
Best wishes on getting top grades in school.
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