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How Does Child-Centred Instruction Impact Early Literacy?
Most of us were familiar with traditional or conventional education, which was teacher-centred instruction. The teacher chose the topics and the pace of the class. The teacher was a classroom lecturer, presenting information to the students, who were expected to passively receive the information. Individual exploration was not part of the agenda. Today, however,
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Active Technology Can Benefit Students in a Digital World
In today’s classroom, students might be as likely to talk about the Elmo Visual Presenter, a computerized digital projector, as Elmo the red, fuzzy and lovable “Sesame Street” character who loves hugs.
It’s the digital world they live in, and today’s children are enveloped by it in both their home and
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Greater Convenience, More Engagement With Kumon Connect
Today’s student is no stranger to technology, with classrooms chock full of digital technology, from interactive whiteboards to tablets and even 3D printers. But is technology in the classroom just a fad or the way of the future? According to eSchool News, digital technology is here to stay. “Trends in K-12 education in 2023
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How Can Parents Encourage Independent Learning?
Parents often are attracted to Kumon Centres because they read or hear that Kumon helps students become independent learners. Independent learning is prized because students are engaged and enjoy learning. They are more confident and perform better academically. What students learn at Kumon works best when it is reinforced at home, however. So, how
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