Examination time again!

In a way an examination is a device for creating a ‘mini-crisis’ which enables you to find the which enables you to find the resources of will power and energy to take matters in hand and finally pull the ideas of the course together, into the best shape you can manage.

Failing an examination is not the end of the world, so keep your anxieties in proper proportion. Everyone wants you to pass, including the examiner. Don’t worry about what you haven’t done during the course; work out how to make the best use of what you have done. No one understands “everything”. There are bound to be areas where you feel underprepared and confused. Don’t panic when you read examination questions. Almost every examination question is linked quite directly with something you have covered on the course. You just have to work out the link. Exams tend to be about what understand rather than what you can remember. Getting your course note organized will sort your memory out.

Speed in an exam is to do with having a very clear plan as to how you intend to use your time. You probably will do a lot of work just before the exam. But you need to do it in a planned way, using your time efficiently and consuming your energies. You don’t want to turn your life into a computer misery just because of an exam. Poor presentation; in illegible hand writing, unstructured answer, lacking any division into paragraphs; writing in note form rather than sentences. Failing to answer the question; writing off point or digressing form the main point. Failing to write in relation with materials form the course; even if you have other facts, are they related to the course and the question before you write them. Bad use of time; for your 3 questions use 90% of your time to read, understand and write your answers, use 10% of your time to read your answers all over and tidy your work. Good luck…. In your examinations Photos: www.123rf.com

5 things we want from parents

It takes a village to raise a child. We can't expect teachers to be the only ones educating our children. Research proves that when Mom and Dad become involved in their kid’s school life, grades, behavior and emotional well-being improve. So, if you want to make the teacher’s job a little easier, check out these 5 things teachers want from parents. Read to Your Child “The single most important activity for building the knowledge required for eventual success in reading, is reading aloud to children,” stated the U.S. Department of Education Commission on Reading in 1985. Grab a book, any book, and read to your child at least three times a week. You’ll plant the seeds for a lifetime of reading. Get to Know the Teacher You should be on a first-name basis with your child’s teacher. Ask for the best way to get touch with him or her, such as by phone or email. Be there for open houses and parent-teacher conferences. Don’t be the parent who only shows up when you have a bone to pick. Encourage Friendships Outside of School Classroom learning works best when solid teamwork is in place. Because there isn’t always time for children to get to know one another all that well at school, make sure that your child spends time with classmates outside of school by encouraging playdates and after-school activities. Get Involved With the School Attend school council meetings. Join the school’s PTA. If you work and these school-oriented meetings are scheduled during the day, ask if meetings can occasionally be held at night. Your voice counts— sometimes, it's the only voice that will advocate for your child. When parents unite, they can more readily affect changes in schools. Take Part in School Events Don’t miss school events such as talent shows, science fair nights and seasonal potlucks. Even if your child isn’t playing on the team, why not attend a school sporting event? You’ll help foster an appreciation of school life. Not only will you be helping your child be successful in school, but you'll also be making memories with him along the way. Source:www.education.com