Psychologist Raymond B. Cattell classified general intelligence into two categories – fluid intelligence and crystallized intelligence. Fluid intelligence is our ability to handle novel situations by recognizing patterns and using logical thinking and abstract reasoning skills to find solutions. Fluid intelligence does not depend on prior knowledge. On the other hand, crystallized intelligence is based … Read more
Educators will agree that children are endowed with unique learning styles and abilities. Then how fair is it to expect all students in a classroom to attain the same level of learning through standardized lessons and instructions? With this thought in mind, Carol Ann Tomlinson, an American educator, and author, worked on the idea of … Read more
A young child who cannot control his emotions, a high schooler who has trouble making friends, and a professional who has difficulty making decisions can all benefit from social-emotional learning. The concept of social-emotional learning (SEL) has been around for a long time but was introduced in schools around the 1990s. Lately, its importance in … Read more
If you are a parent looking for options to support their child’s early education, you may have heard terms like Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf, and many more! And we’re sure these words might have left you a bit bewildered while you’re on this journey to find the best school for your child. Reggio Emilia, Montessori, … Read more
Summers are the most awaited season for children and parents. With warm mornings, a dewy atmosphere, and endless possibilities, summers are a powerhouse of limitless fun. Though as much as the parents await summers, it is also most dreaded by them. Though summer marks the beginning of the fun, it also marks the beginning of … Read more
As a parent or caretaker embarking on the journey to provide your child with equal access to quality education, you will come across many terms like IDEA, 504, FAPE, and ADA. It might feel overwhelming to understand the key differences between these terms and what they profess to offer, and what would be the best … Read more
Literacy proficiency is divided into five levels, starting from Level 1 to Level 5. When we say a person has a specific reading level, it means they have the ability to read text written corresponding to that level of English. In America, 1 in 5 adults can read and comprehend at a proficiency level of … Read more
Students who require additional support and help in school may be qualified for special education services like Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), access to assistive learning devices, and accommodations, among the many services offered to children with special needs. IEPs are free of cost to kids enrolled in the public school system, and it outlines the … Read more
The education for children with special needs has developed gradually over time and is still in the process of transformation. Before the Civil Rights Movement, children with special needs were denied education and ill-treated in society. After the formulation and implementation of various acts that protected the rights of people with special needs, children with … Read more
Teachers are on a continuous exploration of novel ways to connect students to math concepts. Besides conducting games and activities to equip students to conceptual math, encouraging them to think and write about it can let them reflect on their learnings and foster deeper comprehension. Not only for teachers but math writing prompts also let … Read more