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I am a Teacher of Maths in a rural school in England.
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Education > Homework & Testing A look at how homework affects learning: 7 of 25
Homework has always been a sensitive and controversial issue in schools. Parents love it, students hate it and teachers find it a chore. There are mixed opinions about the merits of homework. Whatever we think of homework, it is part and parcel of a student's life. Before we can gauge how homework affects learning, it is impo... More..
Education > Secondary School Issues Should an interpersonal communication class be required for high school students?: 6 of 12
I would certainly say a big 'yes'. Any teacher would tell you that one of the most lacking skills among students is the ability to communicate clearly with others. Somehow comprehensive education has missed out this very important life skill. I think interpersonal communication must be incorporated into present day education ... More..
Education > Study Skills & Test Taking Getting good grades in high school: Secrets of success: 14 of 15
'What is the secret of success, sir?' the question I have been asked over and over again. One of my main passion in teaching is to find out how students who have been successful in school did it. What I have discovered is that there is no straight forward answer to this question.Each successful individual do a combination of ... More..