by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Even in the era of information and communication technology revolution, the lure of the medical profession has not waned, at least for the middle class of India. It is no surprise then, that the competition for the limited number of seats in medical colleges in India is fierce. It is equally…
The most successful study technique is to practice the types of problems on the exam. The IB Math Question Bank is a one-of-a-kind resource for passing your preferred IB Maths test. In addition, several fantastic websites can help you prepare for the IB Maths exam by providing the identical problems that you will face on…
Did you know almost 86% of executives and employees blame ineffective communication for failures in the work environment? In fact, US companies lose more than $37 billion every year due to poor communication. Most laymen find the numbers shocking because they can’t believe a simple soft skill like this one can have such a big…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Many teachers lament that standardized testing has sounded the death knell for creativity in the classroom. Because of the backwash effect of standardized testing, many teachers are compelled to teach to the test, and it leads to repetitive and boring teaching, which is more like coaching for a competitive examination. However,…
Whether learning the new language or teaching it to students, it is no walk in the park. Therefore, teachers use different strategies to make English learning fun for children. So, you can imagine how nervous a child gets when learning a new topic or basics of the English language at early stages. However, this blog…
We all know how COVID-19 pushed the use of technology all around the world and in all different sectors. Now technology is ultimately shaping up different industries and making them pandemic-protected as well. Earlier, we all know how the pandemic got businesses shut and cost everyone a lot. But, now, thanks to technology, companies can…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Summer camps and programs are golden opportunities for high school students to gain valuable experience before they step out into the world of tertiary education. What is remarkable is that some of these programs are accessible to anyone as they are free. Let us look at some of these summer programs…
Looking for a fun and easy project to do with the kids? Why not try woodworking! Woodworking is a great way to spend some quality time with your children, and it’s a skill that they can use for the rest of their lives. Plus, it’s just plain old fun. Here are a few easy woodworking…
Children’s education is one of the priorities for the parents. Having a child go to a renowned school and make great achievements is usually the dream. However, for many kids, that dream can become a reality, if parents offer them the needed guidance. There’s only so much teachers can do to motivate the kids and…
It’s a mystery as to what makes homeschool moms tick to keep up with housework and raise little dragons, all the while working from home, cooking, cleaning and also preparing kids’ curriculums and lesson plans. It’s a lot to take in and naturally, one may feel tired, exhausted and worn out. So what drives people,…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Much research has been done on the methods of teaching English. There are various proven methods such as the Grammar Translation method, the Direct Method and the audiolingual method. However, in this article, we will see some methods of teaching English that are accessible to the common man. 1. Teaching English…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Have you ever fumbled for words during a conversation? Or felt that a word is at the tip of your tongue, but just does not come out? All of us go through these experiences once in a while, but if it happens too often, you may have to think whether your…