“What if I haven’t studied enough?” “What if I get asked a tricky question?” “What if I forget what I studied?” “What if I still have gaps I haven’t found yet?” Well, I tell you that all of these questions arise from the same underlying cause: the black box of learning.
As educators, we all strive to provide the best learning experiences for our students. However, implementing evidence-based learning strategies presents numerous challenges due to the complex nature of education systems. In this article, we will explore why evidence-based learning is not enough and why we need to address the research-practice gap in education.
How Do You Spend Your Study Time? Reflecting on the amount of time you devote to studying, you may find that a great portion is taken up by relearning and revising facts you have forgotten. The solution, which may sound improbable, is to make sure you don’t need to review material in the first place. […]
Learn New Words: 7 Easy Ways to Memorize Vocabulary
Have you ever found yourself struggling to hold a conversation? Maybe you knew exactly what you wanted to say in your native language, but couldn’t put it into words in English! The feeling of having to translate and rush to find the right word or phrase can be incredibly frustrating. Rest assured though, this isn’t your fault. Traditional language learning methods like memorizing lists of related words and grammar rules don’t work that well and are incredibly dull – no wonder you’re finding it hard! I’m here now to show you how best to learn, store, and finally use English vocab so that you can gain mastery of the language and confidently express yourself.
Former swimming-pool contractor Dan Zanger must hold a trading record by having parlayed $10,775 into $18 million in the 18 months between June 1998 and December 1999. He bought CMGI in early January 1999 at $118, rode it to $305, then sold at $138* (*post 2 for 1 stock split) – after which the stock dropped to $87. The trade netted him more than 210 percent in four days. Eventually, the prop trader’s nest egg grew to $42 million – which shows how career changes can make the best swaps.
Ever wondered why conventional approaches to learning and revision don’t seem to be working? Dr Justin Sung will explain how some research-backed alternatives can completely transform the learning experience.
Many English learners believe that using complicated words and phrases is necessary for successful business communication, but this simply isn’t the case.
Cognitive Fluency research has suggested that simpler language is far more credible.
Imagine the impact of attending a meeting where someone is spouting industry-specific jargon – it would be difficult to understand, and would make them look like they are trying too hard.
That’s why keeping your wording unambiguous and easy to comprehend should always be your top priority when speaking with clients and colleagues.
In this blog post, I’ll talk about the central aspects of business English and provide tips on how you can simplify your message, select suitable vocabulary, and communicate ideas in an efficient manner.
Entering your 40s can be a momentous occasion. It is an opportune time to reflect, gain insight, and plot out the future. Let’s explore life and money habits that you might strive to achieve before this key age. You don’t have to wait until you’re 40; these practices can be built up incrementally in your 20s and 30s. If employed successfully and regularly, they will give a considerable boost to your quality of living, career progression, business success, social circles, and finances.
When someone uses an English idiom that you’ve never heard of before, have you ever been lost in translation?
Especially when it happens during a conversation, it can be frustrating!
You’re not alone. English idioms can be confusing, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the culture and language.
In conversations, books, songs, and movies, English idioms are used all the time.
Your speech will sound more natural and fluent if you use English idioms correctly and in context.
Let me show you how to learn idioms in a way that’s easy to understand and more memorable so you’ll feel comfortable using them.
Have you ever been unsure of what word to use in a conversation?
There is a possibility that you worry about making embarrassing grammar and pronunciation errors.
Your professional skills are high, but your English ability is low, and sometimes you feel like you’re being held back in your career.
It’s not your fault if that’s the case.
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