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Helping dyslexics spell well

Posted on February 15, 2012 by

Dyslexia is a developmental reading disorder wherein the brain is unable to recognize and process certain symbols. This disorder makes it difficult for dyslexics to spell words correctly. Understanding, retaining and recalling words and spellings are considered to be an important part of schooling, which proves to be a challenge for any dyslexic child, as such they are prone to mental trauma very easily. In India, we can find that not many of us are aware of dyslexia or the ways in which it affects children. Parents and teachers usually blame the child for not learning the words correctly, rather than identifying the underlining reason for the same. A careful observation from the parents and the teachers can help in introducing newer ways to help dyslexic children. Identify the child’s learning style – irrespective of any disorder; every person has … Continue reading →

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Surya Namaskar for better score in academics

Posted on February 14, 2012 by

Surya Namaskar- the name translates to salutation to the sun and is being followed by us from a very long time. India, being a land of many traditions and beliefs, we follow many practices which are aimed at improving our inner-self.  One such practice is Surya Namaskar, which helps us revitalize and relax ourselves. Students all over the country are busy in their preparation for the upcoming exams. They are stressed out and would be happy to know about some methods by which they can relax, improve concentration and also boost their spirits up. One of the easiest ways is by practicing Surya Namaskar on a daily basis. Surya Namaskar is a combination of 12 different postures (asanas) that is very well described in ancient yoga. Surya Namaskar is usually done at the start of the day, which is very … Continue reading →

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Increase confidence during exam

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

Exams give away a fear that hampers a student’s confidence. I find many students complaining of losing their confidence just a few days before the exams and wanting to know of ways to get their confidence up and running again. Regaining the lost confidence is possible by introducing a couple of changes in your study. Here are some changes that can help you build your confidence and score better during the exams. Practice previous years’ question papers – yes, taking a look at the question papers of past years and working on them can help you understand the pattern that is being followed. Also, one can know the frequently asked questions from certain topics, making them important in your study schedule. For example: In science, one knows that by default the diagram of a flower, heart or kidney is commonly … Continue reading →

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Subjects in the commerce stream

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

Commerce stream is mostly considered as an option for those who are comfortable with mathematics or those who have a family background of accountants. For some it is also a preferred choice because of the subjects therein. Subjects in the commerce stream are simple and easy to understand and recall, as compared to the subjects in the science stream.  Commerce stream is all about the basic mathematical functions and the appropriate use of them in the accounts. It is therefore easy compared to the other subjects. Choosing a career stream requires a lot of thought and research and cannot be done overnight. For anyone who is interested in the commerce stream, the subjects that will be available are – mathematics, computer science, statistics, business studies, accountancy, management accounts, economics, history etc. You will have a combination of any of these … Continue reading →

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Subjects in the science stream

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

With the Board exams nearing, everyone has only 2 things to think about. Successfully completing the Board exams with good scores. Choosing a career stream. While completing the Board exams successfully is totally based on one’s study skills and determination, choosing a career stream requires a lot of thought and research. To make the decision driving towards choosing a career stream easy, here’s a little information. For anyone who is interested in the science stream, the subjects that will be available are – physics, mathematics, biology, computer science, chemistry, zoology, botany, statistics etc. You will have a combination of any of these subjects in your class 11 and 12, which will act as a base for your future choices. Once you choose any of the combinations available, the next phase would come up soon after you complete your class 12. … Continue reading →

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Staying motivated while studying

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Motivation and studies are two sides of the same coin and as such cannot be separated. This combination is a sure step towards success and any student who follows this will definitely come out with flying colors. However, the absence of motivation while studying can lead to unpleasant results. Have you ever wondered the reasons which result in lack of motivation while studying?  The level of motivation in a person decreases due to pressure to complete the work. There are many ways by which you can ease the pressure, thereby succeeding in your academics. Staying constantly motivated while studying is important as this contributes to success and here are some simple ideas that can help you go ahead. Chunking – this is method wherein you will break your actual work into bits, thereby reducing the pressure on your mind to … Continue reading →

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