Learning Techniques analysed with experimentation and research
Cells are the basic units of life that can carry out all life processes. The reason why we learn about cells is because it is our smallest building block of life – all living together and coexisting in harmony to make up our human biology. Read on to see how you can learn about the […]
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Here is a quick and easy guide on understanding mixtures – solutions and suspensions – using common examples and a mind map!
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When learning about the topic on elements, compounds and mixtures, it can get pretty confusing with all the different terminologies. Here is a quick guide on how you can understand and differentiate Elements, Compounds and Mixtures with common examples!
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In this article, I shall cover the basics of atoms, ions and molecules in lower secondary science: chemistry🧪, and provide some tips to better understand some of these concepts (Analogies🖼️ & Mnemonics🔤). Check it out!
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In this article, I shall delve deeper into the main concepts for the particulate model of matter – taught at lower secondary science level. When I started this blog, I wanted to share my experiences teaching, learning in this journey and at the same time, pen down some of the more recent thoughts that were running
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One of the key problems that we students face when learning new concepts is when we are unable to understand the concept as a whole. One of the most effective ways I learn and teach something is through Analogies, so here are a few examples of how you can use them too! Table of Contents: Introduction As I
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Ever heard of interleaved practice and wonder how and why it works? Here’s how you can use the strategy of interleaved practices to enhance your learning and performance. Read on to discover a few tips, backed by research! Table of Contents: Comparing Interleaved vs Blocked Practice Conventionally, we learn by utilising primarily blocked practice, which refers to a strong emphasis on an individual
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Tired of repeatedly cramming information into your brain? Frustrated that you aren’t seeing results? After trying out varying learning methods, I was able to find studying less mundane and more enjoyable and manageable. Hence, a concept that I wish to touch upon today is how to be more cognisant of our own learning styles so that we
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In this article, I will share some of the common mnemonics students can use to remember and connect concepts much more effectively. At the same time, I will share about we can leverage on ChatGPT to make mnemonics for us. Read on to find out more! Table of Contents: Introduction Occasionally, we might come across terminologies or concepts that
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In this article, I shall share 5 quick tips to use mind maps to better enhance your learning, especially for understanding scientific concepts. Mind Maps/Spider Web diagrams are a good way to consolidate pre-existing information, and I think it also serves as a platform for you to properly organise your thoughts, not in a linear
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