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Exploring the 4 Pillars of Education: What They Mean for Today’s Learners

Education is the foundation on which all subsequent societies are built. It shapes people, communities, and nations and shapes the manner in which the people think, act, and interact with the world. In today’s changing society, the concept of education has also changed drastically. Whereas it focused on the imparting of knowledge, it is now […]

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How Parenting Styles Affect Brain Development in Children Ages 2-7

Parenting will probably be the most significant single influence on a child’s life. During infancy and childhood, the parent-child relationship can have a significant impact on their emotional, cognitive, and social development. For children aged 2-7, these early years are particularly crucial because brain development is most active in these years. In fact, studies have

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5E Model Strategies for Active Learning in Science Classrooms

Science teaching is far more effective when students are active co-constructors of their own understanding rather than passive receivers of information. Lecture-orientated pedagogies are perhaps less engaging and fail to promote critical thinking in learners. The 5E teaching model, involving the process of Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate, provides an inclusive and student-focussed method

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