We often think of failure as something to avoid, but in reality, it’s one of the most important parts of learning. When students are afraid of getting things wrong, they...
A new school year always starts with good intentions. These back to school tips for students aren’t just about starting well — they’re about knowing how to keep going when...
We often hear students say they “just don’t feel motivated” to do their work. Motivation has become the go-to word for why things don’t get done. But here’s the truth:...
Why students should never wait until in-class revision begins, and why they often do. The topic of when to start revising for a test is often a hotly contested one...
One of the most common things I hear from students—whether they’re in Year 6 or Year 12—is this: “It’s so boring when we just get talked at the whole time.”...
Learning Through Self-Reflection – At Every Year Level Exams are over. Whether you’re in Year 7 or Year 11, it’s tempting to push your results aside and move on. But...
Ask a secondary student what an essay is, and you will probably get an answer like: ‘It has an introduction, three body paragraphs and a conclusion. The body paragraphs have...
Strengthening the study-time/free-time boundary In the recent post (The downside of device based learning), we made the case that it’s time to rethink device-based learning as the preferred option for...
Why we might need to rethink our approach A comprehensive change has occurred over the last decade in the student’s experience of completing schoolwork and homework: the work of learning...
(Yes, your breaks really do count!) All of our students know that we do not recommend trying to complete hours of study without a break. Not only is a study...
As educators, we are constantly balancing the needs of diverse learners while managing workload and classroom expectations. A common concern is that inclusive practices—strategies designed to support students with additional...
As the school year winds down here in the southern hemisphere, I find myself reflecting on my own journey over the past few weeks. After undergoing knee surgery, I’ve been...
