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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS THAT DEFINE CORE VALUES

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  How can you as an educator create values that last? How to push for the beauty of holding values such as passion, persistence, compassion and responsibility? There can be no simple answers to it. The challenge is to weave a set of core values into the fabric of your program. Core values enable you as an institution and a community to stay focused on what's important. They act as a mirror to your decision making and is a guide to your behaviour and action. Here are some approaches that may work for you -    IDENTIFY YOUR CORE VALUES As an instructor, you may frequently be called upon to make decisions, resolve conflicts, solve problems or work through dilemmas. Having core values acts as the pole star that offers you a consistent direction. And this applies not just to teachers and instructions at school. It’s just as equally important a tool for parents. Having core values can offer a safe landing ground when confliction question arises in your little one's mind

WHY STUDENTS FAIL IN SCORING GOOD MARKS IN MATH TESTS?

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  Mathematics is a barometer for academic aptitude and future success. That’s the reason why most parents focus greatly on developing their child’s numerical ability. Being good at math is regarded not just a sign of intelligence but also opens the doorway to lucrative career prospects. No wonder, so many parents wish that their child be good at this subject. They even go to great length to ensure that their child gets proficient in maths. People are of the belief that some are hardwired for math while others are not. This belief system has gained strength because it seems like math comes naturally to some while others really struggle. But contrary to popular belief, that’s not true. Math like any other thing can be mastered by anyone with the proper training and approach? Have you seen a juggler in action? What do you notice? They tend to juggle balls, bottles or any other items simultaneously. It may be three, maybe five or maybe seven, depending on the complexity; but when he d