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Best apps for students
27 Apr, 2023
Technology can be a huge help to keep your student organised, focused and motivated. It’s about finding the right tech that offers real benefits and finding a screentime solution that works for your family. We hear about many apps that are extremely useful for students. So, here's our guide to the top apps to help students study smarter, manage their money and help keep them health.
Goal Setting
27 Feb, 2023
Are your children reluctant to set goals? Maybe you've heard them complain "Why do we have to do this every year?" Goal setting is a very important process that helps keep students focused, motivated and moving forward. And once they master the art of goal setting, it can be applied to all areas of your child’s life.
20 Sept, 2022
​Procrastination is a common problem. At one time or another, everyone has put off a dreaded task or obligation in favour of something more enjoyable. How many of you have said just one more chapter of my book or one more cute cat video instead of getting started on the dishes after dinner? ​Long standing psychological theory has believed that people who procrastinate have a faulty sense of time. They think they have more time to get their task done than they actually do. However, recent research suggests that for many, procrastination is linked to difficulty managing stress. ​The good news is that procrastination is part of human nature. Our brains have evolved in a way that means we try our best to avoid pain and discomfort. ​The bad news is that delaying tasks or obligations usually has unintended consequences. By using avoidance tactics, you often create more work, pain and suffering for yourself in the long term (or sometimes the very near future). ​But we have more good news for you. Read on to learn about our top tips that your child can use to conquer procrastination.
17 Aug, 2022
As a parent, you want to help your child when they’re struggling. But as they progress through school it gets harder to have all the answers. ​Hands up if you’ve ever looked at your child’s homework and haven’t been sure where to start. Or have you been heard about your child’s good learning attitude at school when your attempts to help turn into disagreements and tantrums? ​There are many reasons why parents choose to start their child at tuition. It could be one of the above or maybe it’s simply that the reality of working, running a household and helping your child get ahead at school is overwhelming. ​We all know that tutoring can help improve your child’s understanding in key curriculum areas. But did you know that there are many other surprising ways that tuition can help your child succeed at school and beyond? Individualised one on one learning  ​At school, your child is usually one of 30 kids in a classroom. So, if they’re struggling with the material, it can be hard to get the help they need. Here at KTL Tuition, we offer one on one tutoring. This means that each session is tailored to the individual needs of your child. ​As well as covering the specific topics that your child needs help with, our tutors also tailor their lessons to suit your child’s individual learning style.
01 Aug, 2022
Many parents fall into one of these common traps when choosing a tuition provider for their child. Here's how to avoid them. Using any tuition company is a big decision for parents and their children. Ensuring the tutoring company you choose has a good solid reputation and reliable and delivers the results you want is all important. Here’s how you can you avoid the pitfall of choosing the wrong provider. 1. Assuming the larger the company the better. Many of the very large companies are franchised and market driven focusing on the filling of seats. The statistics do not support that the large companies make better gains for your children. Most often the larger companies take groups of children who may not necessarily be at the same academic level and thus lack individualization of what your child actually needs. KTL Tuition is not a franchised company.
31 Jul, 2022
If your student wants that Achieved or Excellence this year, exam preparation is a key component. But how do successful students prepare for their exams?
29 Jun, 2022
If your tamariki are struggling at school it may be hard for them to talk about it, especially if they get easily embarrassed or are anxious. However, it’s important to keep on top of things. Teachers need to cover all of the prescribed curriculum and classes will carry on whether or not your child is coping. ​If you suspect that your child may be struggling in class, don’t wait for their report card. Here are 5 signs that are early indicators your child is struggling to keep up at school.  You notice a change in attitude about school This is one of the biggest signs that something is not going well at school. A change in attitude about school can take on a few different forms: No longer wanting to talk about what they are learning or how their day went Making excuses to not go to school Getting upset or anxious on Sunday evening or in the mornings before school Getting angry or upset whenever you bring up school
06 May, 2022
Executive functions let people plan, organise and complete everyday tasks. Executive function is like the CEO of the brain. It’s in charge of making sure things get done from the planning stages of the job to the final deadline. When tamariki have challenges with executive functioning, any task that requires planning, organisation, memory, focus, time management and flexible thinking becomes a challenge.
10 Apr, 2022
Why cramming is a bad study strategy ​Somehow, your teenager is managing to meet deadlines and pass exams while leaving everything to the last minute. You might be thinking why rock the boat when everything seems to be working. ​But studies have shown that procrastinators experience higher stress levels, worse health and overall lower grades. If you’re still having issues convincing your teenager that leaving everything to the last minute is a bad idea, here are some more reasons why cramming is a bad habit: Going without sleep for long periods of time is dangerous. Many studies have shown that sleep deprivation is one of the worst things you can do for your brain function. Not getting enough sleep increases mistakes and decreases your ability to pay attention for sustained periods of time. Studying is most effective when done in 30-to-50-minute blocks, then having a mental and physical break. This means removing yourself from your study environment and doing something completely different. This technique is commonly known as the Pomodoro Technique. Dr Barbara Oakley, author of Learning How to Learn has an excellent Ted Talk where she covers the different modes your brain uses when learning, procrastination and working memory
15 Dec, 2021
When I was a teacher, we often used to talk of the ‘summer slump’ in the staffroom. ​The summer slump is when students forget some of what they have learnt during the previous school year. We always found that reading was one of the most affected curriculum areas. This backwards slide means that often, a good portion of Term 1 is spent helping students return to the levels of the previous year. What can you do to avoid the summer slump? The excitement of festive season has passed. So, now is the time to look at how you can help your child stay on top of their game. We have some practical strategies you can use to reinforce their learning without turning the holidays into a reading boot camp. Find time to read ​Spending 10–15 minutes reading with your child each day is one of the best ways you can help them with their learning. ​Ask gentle questions and discuss tricky vocabulary, but remember the main goal is to enjoy this time with your child. The aim of this time is to encourage your child to enjoy reading. You want reading to be a pleasure, not a chore.
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