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Tips for Increasing Attention Level in Students

 Learners have a notoriously short attention span, and it can be incredibly hard to keep their attention when they are disinterested or find the task especially challenging. Students will fidget, play with their stationery, talk, and look at everything except what you want them to focus on in the classroom.  What's the average attention span for kids? According to experts, on average, children can concentrate on a task for two to five minutes multiplied by their age. A six-year-old can focus on a particular task for anywhere between 12 to 30 minutes. How long they can focus may also depend on the child and the task they are working on. Attention spans are flexible but wane as the day progresses, whether they are at a regular or  international school . If you notice your students' attention levels waning, here are a few tips you can use to improve them.  Include some physical activities  Kids have a hard time staying put. If you keep a child stuck in a hard ...

Consider an Online School for Your Child in Abu Dhabi

  In the wake of the global pandemic, classes have made the transition to distance learning. The situation could continue until 2021 when hopefully things have settled into a new normal. That, or by then, governments around the world have found a way to If you’re considering an online school for your child in Abu Dhabi, here are a few tips to help you.  Check the Curriculum  What kind of curriculum does the school follow? If you want your child to have the best possible advantage, then look into schools that offer an internationally recognized curriculum. The benefits of that move are obvious. Your kids have a higher chance of getting into the university of their choice. Schools that offer an international curriculum produce academically strong students, too. With the proper training, that’s a qualification that your child will achieve.  Ask About the Teachers What kind of credentials do the teachers have? What are their qualifications? You’ll want to consider that,...

Is Your Child an Introvert? Tips to Help Them Excel

  Introverts aren’t shy. That’s one of the first things that parents of introverted children learn early. Unlocking your child’s potential, though, might take a little bit of help. Creative, often passionate, and deep-thinking, introverted children have so much to offer and bring quite a different energy and social dynamic, whether in school or at home. They are often careful and reserved and that usually means people mistake them for being shy. Since schools are often designed to exalt the qualities of extroverted children, your child might have difficulty adjusting to school in a new country.  Here are tips that might come in handy for you and your kid.  Talk About Emotions   Teach your child to talk about his or her emotions. You can make emotion cards that your child can use. It should help them describe what they feel at the moment or at the end of the day. This trains them, getting them into the habit of saying what they feel.  Encourage Friendships D...

What to consider when selecting a good CBSE school

  CBSE is one of the most favored curriculums in India, and many parents all over the world feel very comfortable having their children study under this syllabus. Its structure ensures students don’t have a lot of pressure, and the classes are interactive, so the students feel comfortable while learning. They also have tons of activities for your kids and are considered better than state schools. Despite its popularity, finding a good CBSE school can be a daunting task. Listed below are some of the things to consider when selecting the right school from the many CBSE-affiliated schools. What is CBSE? The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is a national board of education in India, controlled and managed by India’s Central government. The CBSE comprises private and public schools, all of which follow the NCERT curriculum produced by the National Council of Educational Research and Training.  These schools take a holistic approach to learning, crafted to cover all possi...