Category: Learning & Education

“Our care of the child should be governed, not by the desire to make him learn things, but by the endeavor always to keep burning within him that light which is called intelligence.” – Maria Montessori It wasn’t until 1913 that new theories on child education began their absorption into western societies, namely the...

Many scholars are trying to restore Africa’s pride and identity from years of historical oppression and colonialism. However, under the recent changes in our historical records, many people have discovered inconsistencies and false records on our history as Africans. For many centuries Africa has been seen as the dark continent, a continent with no...

There is nothing more satisfying or fulfilling than finally being able to study a subject or be in a field that you are passionate about! You find that you can learn effortlessly and that the information feels comprehensible. Yet, you also feel that you could be discovering more, growing more – especially considering the...

Clinical trials play an important role in medicine and are often used to learn more about a certain disease, drug treatment or medical device. While there are many components to a clinical trial, it can be simply defined as medical research in humans. To this end, clinical trials must have governing standards and oversight...

To be honest, exam times are the most stressful and difficult times for most students. It does not matter how many exams one has sat before in their life, yet every exam is always like the first. Some students experience anxiety, loss of sleep and loss of appetite. This is when you discover that...

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is widely known as a treatment for autism; however, it can be used to treat challenging behaviors in other settings. It is normal for parents, teachers and other individuals who work with children to become frustrated by their inability to diminish undesired behavior. For some, the go-to remedy is corporal...

As time elapses, the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the wellbeing of children becomes easily visible. Succeeding the implementation of social distancing measures, educational and recreational facilities temporarily ceased functioning for indefinite periods. Families experienced inescapable increases in stress following job losses and the inability to meet their daily needs. Children also feel the impact...

It is vital that African American students are encouraged to succeed academically. There are several ways teachers can help these particular students. Positive words and actions will encourage these students to strive for academic success. These suggestions given today stem from my experiences of being an African American student and teacher of African American...