Why is Stimulation Important for Learning?
The best stimulus for learning is curiosity. I enjoy watching small children at play, marveling at their enthusiasm for small details and their ability to let their imagination fly free. Sadly, formal schooling often strips that curiosity, replacing it with a set curriculum, formulae and assessments. It doesn’t surprise me that within a short time, …
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Mind Over Matter the Most for Students
What is a mind, and what is matter? These questions require thought and can become divisive if not explored with an open mind. Learning requires an open, inquisitive mind but deals with matter. What is the difference between the two? What is the relevance of these questions to parents and tutors alike? A glance at …
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Importance of Mathematics in a Children’s Life
My last post explored mathematics, as seen in Australian Rules Football. Spring is upon us, so the cricket season is warming up. Cricket uses more complex mathematics and also concepts from the discipline of physics. So, if you have a child interested in cricket, here’s how to interest them in advanced mathematics. Older primary school …
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